Blood Drive Event Planner (Durham/ Raleigh)

Apex, NC, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $52,500.00 - $87,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Job Description

The Blood Connection is a vital nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives through blood donation. Renowned for its commitment to community health and well-being, The Blood Connection plays a crucial role in supplying blood and blood products to hospitals and medical facilities. Established with the mission to provide a safe and reliable supply of blood, the organization operates in multiple regions, engaging thousands of donors and volunteers to maintain an adequate blood inventory for patients in need. By fostering community involvement and awareness, The Blood Connection ensures that blood donations are accessible and impactful, ultimately supporting life-saving medical treatments and emergency care. The organization is recognized for its professional, compassionate approach and its dedication to promoting the importance of blood donation across diverse communities. Working at The Blood Connection means becoming part of a team that values collaboration, service, and making a tangible difference in people’s lives.

The Account Manager position within The Blood Connection’s Donor Resources Department offers a dynamic opportunity to be directly involved in the organization’s life-saving mission. This role is responsible for managing and advancing blood drive accounts within an assigned territory by effectively utilizing corporate resources, establishing new blood drive opportunities, and working closely with management to meet ambitious collection goals. The Account Manager takes a strategic approach to recruiting, retaining, and managing sponsor groups, emphasizing personalized planning and timely communication to optimize donor participation and blood collection results. They are expected to develop and deliver impactful presentations, engage community partners, and support donor coordinators to ensure the success of each blood drive. Beyond account management, the role requires creativity in promotional campaigns, strong interpersonal skills to build lasting partnerships, and a commitment to educating the public about the critical need for blood donations. This full-time position demands proactive engagement with external stakeholders, meticulous organization, and a genuine passion for community health. With a focus on exceeding collection targets, the Account Manager contributes significantly to the mission of The Blood Connection to save lives and support healthcare providers. Candidates joining this team will be part of a respected nonprofit that values dedication and teamwork, offering a fulfilling career that directly impacts community health outcomes.

Job Requirements

College degree preferred
Two years of outside sales and/or marketing experience preferred or related experience
Skilled in public speaking to effectively promote community service and blood donation
Proficient in Microsoft Office including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
Valid driver's license with clean record and reliable transportation
Strong communication skills with ability to be tactful and courteous
Effective organizational and time-management skills
Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills
Computer proficiency
Ability to collaborate with people at all levels and diverse backgrounds
Ability to build and maintain working relationships with staff, management, and peers

Job Qualifications

College degree preferred
Outside sales and/or marketing experience of 2 years preferred or related experience
Public speaking ability to sell The Blood Connection to all groups in the community by carrying our message of community service and the necessity of participation and support
Experience with Microsoft Office including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
Valid driver's license with no major infractions and dependable transportation
Ability to communicate effectively, tactfully, and courteously to patrons, donors, sponsors, and co-workers
Ability to organize and prioritize workload and meet deadlines
Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills
Strong computer skills
Ability to work with all levels and in a diverse work environment
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, and peers

Job Duties

Plan and execute effective strategies to recruit, retain, and manage sponsor group organizations and relationships to achieve territory blood collection goals
Establishes blood drive projections in line with Divisional resources and needs
Develop potential sponsor leads
Strategize recruitment tactics well in advance of blood drive date and adhere to drive planning best practices
Hold external stakeholders responsible for helping to achieve drive goals
Effectively communicates with donor chairpersons and donor groups pre, during and post drive event
Encourages creativity and successful campaigns to increase donor participation at blood drives