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Executive Director, AMA Foundation (Hybrid)

American Medical Association
United States, Illinois, Chicago
330 North Wabash Avenue (Show on map)
Sep 18, 2025

Executive Director (Hybrid)

AMA Foundation

Chicago, IL

As the AMA's charitable arm, the AMA Foundation brings together physicians and communities to improve our nation's health. AMA Foundation is part of the American Medical Association (AMA), a nonprofit, and the nation's largest professional Association of physicians. We are a unifying voice and powerful ally for America's physicians, the patients they care for, and the promise of a healthier nation. To be part of the AMA is to be part of our Mission to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health.

At AMA, our mission to improve the health of the nation starts with our people. We foster an inclusive, people-first culture where every employee is empowered to perform at their best. Together, we advance meaningful change in health care and the communities we serve.

We encourage and support professional development for our employees, and we are dedicated to social responsibility. We invite you to learn more about us and we look forward to getting to know you.

We have an opportunity at our corporate offices in for a Executive Director on for the AMA Foundation. This is a hybrid
role, typically requiring three days a week in the office, with additional days
required as needed.

This position will be responsible for
managing the day-to-day affairs of the foundation and in achieving programmatic
and financial goals specified in the strategic plan and annual budget. Manage
the operating budget and portfolio to meet the organizations mission and
vision. Provide effective oversight of the organization's activities and
operations. Make recommendations to the Board of Directors, plan and
participate in all of their meetings, and serve the Board and its Committees in
formulating the Foundation's goals and objectives. Manage staff, programs and
resources effectively and in a manner consistent with the Foundation's
Strategic Plan.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operations
  • Direct operations and manage the day to day responsibilities of the Foundation including, programs, financial oversight and human resources.
  • Ensure that all contractual arrangements are up to date and approved by legal counsel.
  • Serve as the Foundation staff liaison among the AMA Foundation, the AMA Alliance, and the AMA. Encourage open communication and strengthen relations between the AMA and the AMA Alliance and work collaboratively to meet their needs relating to the Foundation.
Board Engagement and Governance
  • Build relationships with Board members in and outside of the scheduled board and committee meetings.
  • Provide tools to enable Board Members to meet the objectives of the Foundation.
  • Develop and arrange continuing education programs and materials for Board Members.
  • Develop and implement an orientation program for new Board members.
  • Work with the Nominating Committee and Board, review and analyze Board composition. Acquire potential candidates based on this research, arrange interviews and compile CV's on all candidates.
  • Provide the committee with necessary resources.
  • Ensure that all committees, meetings and elections take place in accordance with the Bylaws. Advise the Board to update the Bylaws as necessary.
  • Track all Board Members terms of office.
  • With committee chairs, develop agendas and action plans.
  • Perform other functions as assigned by the Board of Directors.
Fundraising
  • Conceptualize and implement fundraising programs necessary to meet the financial goals and further the growth of the Foundation.
  • Work with the Development and Institutional Development Committees to develop and increase fundraising revenue.
  • Target and cultivate potential individual donors and maintain contact with current donors.
Strategic Plan and Programs
  • Meet critical goals specific in the Strategic Plan. Lead in the development of any new or revised long-range plans.
  • Determine the most effective and efficient programs and initiate new programs consistent with the Foundation's mission and resources.
  • Measure outcomes of programs and discontinue at appropriate times. Continually review programs and bring closure to those that are no longer relevant.
  • Conduct media relations and communications campaigns on Foundation programs with the Federation and other health-related organizations, and between internal/external AMA audiences.
  • Prepare presentations and talking points for Board and staff.
  • Increase visibility nationally for AMA Foundation Programs.
Finance
  • Oversees financial transactions and ensures established rules of accounting controls are followed.
  • Ensure completion of any recommendations made by auditor in annual management letter.
  • Prepare annual budget. Responsible for meeting goals specified in the annual budget and strategic plan.
  • Review the work of investment advisors to ensure that the Foundation's strategy is followed.
  • Report to and enlist the chair and committee on any financial matters that need attention.
Staff Development
  • Establish the organizational structure of the office and ensure effective staff support for all functions. Select and appraise staff in accordance with AMA guidelines.
  • Encourage and provide opportunities for staff development, training, teambuilding and membership in professional societies/organizations.

May include other responsibilities as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

Years of Experience
  1. 10+ General in individual and corporate fundraising. CFRE preferred.
  2. 5+ Specialized Experience senior management experience with a health-related organization including organizational planning, financial management, communications/marketing, and program development.
  3. 5+ People Manager staff management; proven ability to grow and mentor staff.
Additional Skills and Experience
  1. Strong background in philanthropy with strong business connections.
  2. Proven ability to conceptualize and operationalize programs; interest in increasing AMAF and its programs visibility on a national level.
  3. Experience directing special events.
  4. Integrity and professional ethics.
  5. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  6. Strong written, verbal and presentation skills.
  7. Excellent interpersonal, coalition building and negotiation skills including demonstrated ability to work with all levels in a large organization.
  8. Political and organizational sensitivity.
  9. Travel required.

This role is an exempt position, and the
salary range for this position is $210,000-$290,000.This is the lowest to highest salary
we believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An
employee's pay within the salary range will be determined by a variety of
factors including but not limited to business consideration and geographical
location, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and
experience. Employees are also eligible to participate in an incentive plan. To
learn more about the American Medical Association's benefits offerings,please click here.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity
in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment. As an EOE/AA employer, the American Medical Association will
not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color,
religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and
veteran or disability status.

THE AMA IS COMMITTED TO IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF THE NATION

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