State Health Alliances Director

American Heart Association What's your motivation? Want satisfying work that makes a real difference in people's lives? At the American Heart Association we're working to prevent, treat and defeat our nation's No. 1 killer, cardiovascular disease. We have an excellent opportunity for a State Health Alliances Director serving the state of Iowa with a focus on the Des Moines, Iowa City, and Cedar Rapids areas. Director will be based out of our Des Moines office. Director will promote our mission of building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke by building state health alliances.Responsibilities include: Identify, cultivate, support, and in certain cases, directly manage strategic public health relationships and other state-based alliances which support and enhance the AHA's ability to achieve its strategic health goals. Serve in an account management role as a cultivator, catalyst and convener of the relationship activities, in order to fully leverage the current and potential value of them. Work at the local market level to implement programs focused on minority populations as well as monitor program evaluation and customer satisfaction.Hiring salary range is up to 51k.Attracting talented, committed employees means offering a competitive benefits package, ongoing professional development and training, and a diverse and inclusive environment in which to work and grow. And we do. Visit our career section on www.americanheart.org and click 'Benefits' for more information.Apply online at www.americanheart.org/careers Candidates must apply on-line as the AHA's recruitment process does not include the utilization of fax or hard copy resumes. No phone calls please.The American Heart Association is committed to enhancing the diversity of its volunteers and staff. EOE M/F/V/D Qualified candidates need to have: 3+ years experience managing relationships, building alliances and community-based program implementation Bachelor's degree preferred Working knowledge of governmental public health agencies Knowledge of diverse populations, cultures, and program approaches to reach specific audiences Ability to travel daily and overnight Ability to work nights and weekends