Director of Impact

JOB TITLE: Director of Impact

CLASSIFICATION: Full-time, Exempt

REPORTS TO: President & CEO

SALARY RANGE: $49,000-51,500

SUMMARY:

The Director of Impact (DI) leads United Way Emerald Coast (UWEC)’s community impact strategy and initiatives, ensuring we create lasting, meaningful change in Okaloosa and Walton counties. As a key member of the leadership team, the DI inspires a culture of collaboration, equity, and accountability, positioning UWEC as a catalyst for positive transformation in our community.

In this role, the DI will build strong relationships with non-profit partners, volunteers, and community leaders, driving collective action toward a shared vision for progress. By guiding organizations through the grantmaking process, supporting their growth, and fostering cross-sector collaboration, the DI will help turn community needs into actionable solutions. With a focus on volunteer engagement, the DI creates opportunities that empower individuals and companies to make a real difference. This role also supervises and develops the Impact team, creating a high-performing cohesive group committed to UWEC’s mission.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Lead the development and execution of a strategic plan to achieve UWEC’s impact goals, aligned with community needs, equity, and best practices.
• Serve as a member of the leadership team, helping guide organization-wide planning, communication, and culture-building.
• Stay informed on emerging trends, key issues, best practices, and research to inform investments, initiatives, and programs that improve community outcomes.
• Track and evaluate the effectiveness of UWEC’s investments and initiatives, ensuring timely reporting on community impact and results.
• Supervise, coach, and develop the Impact team, fostering collaboration across departments and promoting professional growth.
• Cultivate strong relationships with non-profit partners, providing guidance throughout the certification and grant processes, and leveraging UWEC’s resources to enhance their capacity and sustainability.
• Design and deliver trainings, networking opportunities, and collaborative meetings for non-profits, businesses, volunteers, and other community stakeholders.
• Oversee UWEC’s impact programs, direct-service initiatives, and community-based projects.
• Identify and support volunteer engagement opportunities that align with UWEC’s strategic goals and community needs. Work with Impact team to build a diverse pool of individual and corporate volunteers, ensuring meaningful and impactful involvement.
• Partner with Development team to support fundraising efforts for UWEC’s initiatives, including sponsorships and promoting a Fee for Service model through custom volunteer experiences.
• Research and pursue grant opportunities aligned with goals, priorities, and organizational needs.
• Leverage UWEC’s expertise in grants management to position the organization as a trusted resource for foundations seeking to streamline operations and maximize their community impact.
• Provide back-office support for partner foundations, assisting with the management of their grants processes, from application to reporting, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Cultivate strategic relationships with community leaders, foundations, corporate partners, and volunteers to expand UWEC’s influence and deepen its community impact.
• Represent UWEC at community meetings, speaking engagements, and events to strengthen visibility and collaboration. Actively position UWEC as a dynamic, inclusive, and forward-thinking organization.
• Collaborate with President & CEO to develop and oversee department strategies and budget.
• Coordinate with the Development and Marketing teams to ensure consistent and compelling messaging, storytelling, and brand alignment that supports mission and impact.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Ensure all activities align with UWEC’s core values and foster a positive organizational culture.
• Encourage innovation and creativity by encouraging new ways of thinking, sharing promising practices, and establishing a safe environment for risk-taking.
• Participate in professional development opportunities as related to the duties of the position.
• Support the organization’s disaster response efforts, when necessary.
• Assist with other projects as assigned.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Aligned with and committed to UWEC’s mission, vision, and direction.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 3 years of experience; or equivalent education and experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with data tracking, CRM platforms, or grant systems preferred.
• Strong leadership and team development skills; experience managing staff and/or volunteers.
• Commitment to continual learning and improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; confident public speaker and facilitator.
• Strategic, detail-oriented, and adaptable; able to manage multiple high-impact projects and deadlines.
• Experience building relationships across diverse sectors and populations.
• Ability to handle sensitive information and represent UWEC with professionalism and discretion.
• Drivers’ license and reliable vehicle, or equivalent ability to travel within a 2-county region.

BENEFITS:

UWEC’s proud of the extensive benefits we offer. Upon being hired, you’ll receive detailed information about the terms and conditions. Here is a snapshot of the benefits available to full-time employees:

• Optional 4-day work week; flexible working arrangements.
• Group medical insurance with half of the employee’s monthly premium paid by UWEC.
• UWEC provides life insurance coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), cell phone/technology stipend ($75/mo), professional development opportunities, and retirement (after 1 year).
• Voluntary benefits including dental, vision, short term disability, and more.
• Generous holiday benefits and time off, including 15 vacation days, 11 holidays, a weeklong winter break, and paid time for volunteering and/or health & wellness activities!

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The employee is regularly required to walk, sit, stand, use hands for finger manipulation, handle and feel objects, reach with arms and hands, and communicate through talking or hearing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Extended viewing of computer monitor.
• Ability to lift or move up to 20 pounds.
• Frequent local travel, including occasional evenings and weekends (mileage reimbursed).

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Drug Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer