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JOB TITLE: Multimedia Content &amp; Communications Strategist, Senior Manager&nbsp;OFFICE LOCATION&nbsp;1015 15th Street, NW, Suite 1200, Washington, DC&nbsp;8614 Westwood Center Drive, Suite 300, Vienna, VA&nbsp; &nbsp;WORK SCHEDULE:&nbsp;Hybrid/Flexible.&nbsp;&nbsp; REPORTS TO:&nbsp; Vice-President, Marketing &amp; Communications&nbsp;SALARY: $71,522 - $110,859&nbsp; COMPENSATION &amp; BENEFITS&nbsp;United Way NCA offers competitive compensation and benefits, including substantial paid leave, healthcare benefits, a matching retirement plan, and&nbsp;a great work environment.&nbsp;Mission: United Way of the National Capital Area is committed to the health, education, and economic opportunity of every person in our community, regardless of race, gender, income, and ability.&nbsp;  We are uniquely positioned at the intersection of the public, private, philanthropic, and nonprofit sectors, and the only organization that can mobilize the best resources and people to lead collective impact for our community. Through our Community Commitment and programmatic focus, we are transforming our region and changing the story for thousands of people in a meaningful way.&nbsp; &nbsp;Who We Serve: The ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) population&nbsp;represents&nbsp;more than&nbsp;600,000 low- and moderate-income households in our region that earn more than the Federal Poverty Level but less than the basic cost of living for the county/state in which they live. United Way NCA’s ALICE Lives Here initiative is one of United Way NCA’s strategic programs&nbsp;established to address the issues of inequity in our systems for employment, education, health and food access, financial stability, and opportunities for all to grow to the best of their abilities.&nbsp; Equity: Equity&nbsp;is fundamental to our mission. We infuse&nbsp;equity&nbsp;in all our business operations, hiring practices and community impact initiatives.&nbsp; Overview:  &nbsp; The Multimedia Content &amp; Communications Strategist, Senior Manager (MCCSSM),&nbsp; reports to&nbsp;&nbsp;the Vice President of Marketing &amp; Communications, plays a pivotal role in bringing our work of the United Way of the National Capital Area to life through dynamic and compelling human stories and strong copywriting that move and engage our donors, volunteers, and community partners, and the wider community more deeply to create a more equitable region.&nbsp; The MCCSSM understands the science behind good&nbsp;storytelling,&nbsp;uses&nbsp;a&nbsp;data-driven approach, and is responsible for the storytelling spectrum – from gathering stories in the field to packaging them for a variety of strategic purposes across all channels (audio, visual, and written),&nbsp;with&nbsp;familiarity&nbsp;in both&nbsp;traditional and digital media best practices.&nbsp;The MCCSSM will be a strategic and creative writer who can deliver emotionally engaging content tailored for different target audiences and organizational goals.&nbsp;This leader will be an agile writer&nbsp;capable of producing both long and short form pieces for target audiences with varying levels of understanding of United Way NCA’s work in the community. She/he is an experienced interviewer, researcher, editor, and writer who can take existing and&nbsp;new content and translate it into polished, compelling stories supporting traditional and digital engagement goals across fundraising, volunteerism, marketing, and communications.&nbsp;This role involves close collaboration with internal teams, donors, community partners, and media to drive campaign success and achieve regional goals.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Duties and&nbsp;Responsibilities&nbsp;Content Strategy &amp; Development&nbsp;<ul><li>Develop and implement narrative strategies by crafting compelling stories that engage audiences, reinforce organizational values, and guide strategic direction.&nbsp;</li><li>Lead the development and management of a cross-functional editorial calendar to ensure cross-team alignment and narrative consistency, supporting a cohesive content strategy that elevates United Way NCA’s brand storytelling and visibility.&nbsp;</li><li>Provide vision and&nbsp;expertise in multimedia storytelling&nbsp;to develop&nbsp;compelling communication assets,&nbsp;including podcasts, newsletter&nbsp;features, videos, and photography.&nbsp;</li><li>Field-produce and direct interviews, documentaries, and other multimedia content independently, from concept through execution.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience capturing high-quality photos and video using DSLR or mirrorless cameras; able to document events, interviews, or site visits.&nbsp;</li><li>Video editing experience using Adobe Creative Suite&nbsp;(e.g., Premiere Pro).&nbsp;</li><li>Experience shooting with cameras&nbsp;</li><li>Develop and execute a comprehensive content strategy that strengthens the United Way NCA’s visibility and reputation and brand storytelling.&nbsp;</li><li>Shape and integrate content initiatives into the United Way NCA’s overall communications strategy.&nbsp;</li></ul>Storytelling &amp; Content Creation&nbsp;<ul><li>Write, edit, and curate high-impact content—including philanthropic donor stories, web articles, newsletters, annual reports, social media content, grant submissions, and marketing materials.&nbsp;</li><li>Develop and implement communication strategies that use storytelling techniques to achieve organizational goals—translating insights into clear, engaging content through collaboration, research, and narrative development.&nbsp;</li><li>Understands the landscape of storytelling&nbsp;grant opportunities and can support partnerships or proposals related to mission-driven multimedia content.&nbsp;</li><li>Work to identify and develop compelling stories about our Community Impact programs, staff, and the issues relating to our work in the communities that we serve.&nbsp;</li><li>Identify opportunities to gather content from the field in support of our editorial content strategy.&nbsp;</li><li>Deliver packaged content and stories for pre-determined marketing&nbsp;&amp; communications&nbsp;tactics.&nbsp;</li></ul>Digital Storytelling &amp;&nbsp;Engagement&nbsp;<ul><li>Collaborate with&nbsp;the&nbsp;Digital Marketing Manager to optimize and produce stories and content to enhance United Way NCA’s website for the purposed of boosting online engagement and recruiting new donors and volunteers.&nbsp;</li><li>Develop content strategies that maximize audience reach and engagement,&nbsp;leveraging platform-specific storytelling approaches.&nbsp;</li><li>Monitor emerging trends and technologies to continuously enhance digital content performance.&nbsp;</li><li>Must spend a minimum of two (2) days per week across the footprint of United Way NCA collecting stories and content.&nbsp;</li></ul>Data-Driven Insights &amp; Content Performance&nbsp;<ul><li>Utilize analytics tools to track content engagement, effectiveness, and conversion impact.&nbsp;</li><li>Report on content performance, providing data-driven recommendations to refine strategy and improve engagement.&nbsp;</li><li>Take a data-driven approach to content strategy,&nbsp;utilizing performance insights to align content with organizational goals and audience motivation continually.&nbsp;</li></ul>Collaboration &amp; Stakeholder&nbsp;Alignment&nbsp;<ul><li>Leverage donor and stakeholder insights to personalize and enhance content resonance.&nbsp;</li><li>Work cross-functionally with PR, media, and&nbsp;communications&nbsp;teams to ensure a cohesive and unified communications strategy.&nbsp;</li><li>Engage with internal and external stakeholders to align content development with organizational priorities and campaign initiatives.&nbsp;</li><li>Complies with all standard operating policies and procedures.&nbsp;</li><li>Performs other duties as&nbsp;required or assigned, which are&nbsp;reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification.&nbsp;</li></ul>Education, Background and Experience:&nbsp;<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field is preferred. High School Diploma or GED with equivalent years of related multimedia and communications work experience&nbsp;required.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Minimum of five (5) years of professional video and editorial experience.&nbsp;</li><li>Minimum five&nbsp;(5) years&nbsp;of experience in content strategy, writing, or editorial development, preferably within nonprofit, research, philanthropy, or corporate brand storytelling environments required.&nbsp;</li><li>Minimum five (5) years of proven experience in developing and executing multi-channel content strategies that drive audience engagement&nbsp;required&nbsp;</li><li>Three (3) years of strong background in storytelling, content marketing, and brand messaging with an emphasis on digital platforms&nbsp;required.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li><li>Strong writing and communication skills with the ability to craft compelling narratives and communicate effectively in various formats. &nbsp;</li><li>Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to&nbsp;identify opportunities and develop effective strategies.&nbsp;</li><li>Diversified portfolio of video and writing samples&nbsp;required.&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated track record of filming and producing digital and print content for a range of target audiences.&nbsp;</li><li>Knowledge of and/or experience with editing programs&nbsp;like&nbsp;Adobe Creative Suite&nbsp;(e.g., Premiere Pro).&nbsp;</li><li>Superior written and visual communication&nbsp;is&nbsp;a must.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience translating technical source material into accessible, compelling human stories for a general audience.&nbsp;</li><li>Understands storytelling and marketing copywriting trends across varied media types.&nbsp;</li><li>Project management skills and attention to detail.&nbsp;</li></ul>Qualifications and Personal Attributes:&nbsp;Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should&nbsp;demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Organizational:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;<ul><li>Mission focused – the ability to create&nbsp;real social change that leads to better lives and healthier communities.&nbsp;</li><li>Relationship oriented –an understanding that people come before&nbsp;process and&nbsp;is astute in cultivating and managing relationships toward a common goal.&nbsp;</li><li>Collaborator – understands the role and contribution of all sectors of the community and can mobilize resources through meaningful engagement.&nbsp;</li><li>Results driven – dedicated to shared and measurable goals for the common good, creating, resourcing, scaling, and&nbsp;leveraging strategies and innovations.&nbsp;</li><li>Brand steward – a steward of the brand and understands his/her role in growing and protecting the reputation and results of the greater network.&nbsp;</li></ul>Functional:&nbsp;<ul><li>Ethical Standards – Maintains confidentiality, acts with professional, personal, and behavioral integrity.&nbsp;</li><li>Problem solving—the individual&nbsp;identifies and resolves problems&nbsp;in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Interpersonal Skills—the individual&nbsp;maintains confidentiality,&nbsp;remains open to others’ ideas, and&nbsp;exhibits willingness to try new things.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Oral communication—the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations,&nbsp;demonstrates group presentation skills, and conducts meetings.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Written Communication—the individual edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively and can read and interpret written information.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Planning/organizing—the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.&nbsp;</li><li>Quality control&nbsp;demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and&nbsp;monitors your own work to ensure quality.&nbsp;</li><li>Adaptability—the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and can deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Dependability—the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction, and&nbsp;solicits feedback to improve performance.&nbsp;</li></ul>To apply, please&nbsp;submit your resume along with a cover letter to Human Resources at&nbsp;<a href="https://unitedwaynca.org/about-us/careers/" target="_blank">https://unitedwaynca.org/about-us/careers/</a>&nbsp;Successful candidates must pass criminal background and reference checks.&nbsp;United Way of the National Capital Area  &nbsp;&nbsp;EOE M/F/D/V&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 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United Way National Capital Area

United Way of the National Capital Area

Multimedia Content & Communications Strategist, 

LOCATION: 1015 15th Street, NW Suite 1200, Washington, DC8614 Westwood Center Drive, Suite 300, Vienna, VAREPORTS TO:Chief Development OfficerWORK SCHEDULE:Hybrid (3 days/week in-office)Occasional Evenings/Weekends RequiredCOMPENSATION &amp; BENEFITSSalary: $80,699 - $129,070United Way NCA offers competitive compensation and benefits including substantial paid leave, healthcare benefits, a matching retirement plan, and a great work environment.United Way NCA Mission: United Way of the National Capital Area is committed to the health, education and economic opportunity of every person in our community, regardless of race, gender, income, and ability.&nbsp;We are uniquely positioned at the intersection of the public, private, philanthropic, and nonprofit sectors and the only organization that can mobilize the best resources and people to lead collective impact for our community. Through our programmatic focus, we are transforming our region and changing the story for thousands of people in a meaningful way.Who We Serve:&nbsp;The ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) population represents more than 500,000 low- and moderate-income households in our region that earn more than the Federal Poverty Level but less than the basic cost of living for the county/state in which they live. United Way NCA’s ALICE Lives Here&nbsp;initiative addresses the issues of inequity in our systems for employment, education, health and food access, financial stability, and opportunities for all to grow to the best of their abilities.Equity: Equity is essential to our mission and is infused into all our business operations, hiring practices and community impact initiatives. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Position Description: The Director of Corporate Partnerships is both a leader and a front-line fundraiser that plays an essential leadership role on the Development Team, overseeing the department that is currently the largest revenue generator for the organization. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, this role supervises four (4) team members, who manage their own corporate partner portfolios. Together, the entire team identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards corporate donors, as well as manages a robust workplace giving program. The Director of Corporate Partnerships will partner closely with individual giving members alongside grants to strategically grow and diversify fundraising revenue at United Way NCA, with particular focus on increasing corporate support and partnership activations, as well as converting passthrough workplace campaign donors.Key Responsibilities: The Director, Corporate Partnerships&nbsp;will:<ul><li>Lead the immediate, near-term, and long-term strategic planning, implementation, growth, and maintenance of a robust Corporate Partnerships Program and Team.</li><li>Lead and manage a highly collaborative team in all identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts with Corporate and workplace campaign prospects and donors.&nbsp;</li><li>Support the CEO, CDO, and Board of Directors in their corporate engagement efforts.</li><li>Manage and report on Corporate Partnerships expense and revenue budget.</li><li>Meet and/or exceed annual revenue goals.&nbsp;</li><li>Meet the minimum annual fundraising growth goals.&nbsp;</li><li>Track, and report on Corporate Partnerships Team’s progress, utilizing established key performance indicators (KPIs).</li><li>In collaboration with Individual Giving, ensure workplace campaign donors who have membership in the Tocqueville Society (United Way’s major giving society) and/or affinity groups (Regional Advisory Council, Women United, and NextGen United) are stewarded appropriately.</li><li>Monitor and institute corporate partnerships best practices in operations, such as workplace campaign administration, CRM utilization, prospect research, acknowledgments, and reporting.</li><li>Work closely with the Marketing and Communications Department to coordinate communication strategies for corporate partners.&nbsp;</li><li>Work closely with the Community Impact Division and the Grants Team to identify the best opportunities to align with the Corporate Partner’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives and engage corporate employee volunteerism.</li><li>Coach and train the Development Team for increasingly complex and new corporate opportunities to include sponsorships, point of sale campaigns, cause-related marketing, etc.</li><li>Create and drive a culture of philanthropy across all fundraising areas that contribute to the entire Development Team’s goals.</li></ul>Manage a portfolio of Corporate Partners:<ul><li>Serve as the primary relationship manager in identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of 20 – 40 Corporate Partners with the capacity to support at the $25,000+ level on an annual basis.</li><li>Secure new corporate partnerships and activations.&nbsp;</li><li>Document all portfolio-related activities using the donor database Andar.</li><li>Supervise front-line team who manage a portfolio of a minimum forty corporate partners each and lead on workplace campaign and partnerships.&nbsp;</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Key Performance Indicators: All front-line fundraisers at United Way NCA are expected to meet annual KPIs. Fundraising performance is measured annually by the following, with specific goals based on leadership level role and portfolio makeup which includes:<ul><li>Face-to-face meetings,</li><li>Moves actions completed,</li><li>Solicitations,</li><li>Gifts/Partnerships/Activations secured,</li><li>Total dollars raised,</li><li>Number of new, retained, and upgraded partners, and</li><li>Collaborative gifts closed.</li></ul>Requirements:Educational Background&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;Experience<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree preferred.&nbsp; A High School Diploma (or GED) with equivalent related work experience is required.&nbsp;</li><li>Minimum seven (7) years of fundraising experience, with experience in corporate partnership, and a proven record of accomplishment of securing complex corporate partnerships valued at six-figures-plus. Workplace campaign administration experience preferred.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience leading and managing a successful fundraising team; including recruiting, managing, evaluating, developing, and training development staff.</li><li>Excellent writing and communication skills are required with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse external and internal audiences.&nbsp;</li><li>Possessing a business acumen that entails knowledge and understands general business and financial principles required to effectively lead, manage, and align resources for performance; as well as the ability to read financial statements, understand budgets, etc. is essential.&nbsp;</li><li>Contributes to the bottom line by helping the organization grow its resources and capacity.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required.</li><li>Proficiency in utilizing a Customer Relations Management (CRM) database is required.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience in prospecting, researching, and data analysis is preferred.&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent project management skills, with a proven record of accomplishment of managing multiple projects, ensuring consistent meeting deadlines and efficient processes and procedures.</li><li>Great problem-solving skills designed to meet challenges that may arise.</li></ul>Qualifications and Personal Attributes:To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position and achieve high performance:Mission focused&nbsp;– the ability to create real social change that leads to better lives and healthier communities.Relationship oriented&nbsp;–an understanding that people come before process and is astute in cultivating and managing relationships toward a common goal.Collaborator&nbsp;– understands the role and contribution of all sectors of the community and can mobilize resources through meaningful engagement.Results driven&nbsp;– dedicated to shared and measurable goals for the common good, creating, resourcing, scaling, and leveraging strategies and innovations.Brand steward&nbsp;– a steward of the brand and understands his/her role in growing and protecting the reputation and results of the greater network.Strategic relationship building&nbsp;– develops and maintains strategic relationships that generate the resources necessary to support United Way's mission.Effective &amp; engaging communicator&nbsp;– an effective and passionate communicator, articulating United Way NCA's message in a way that inspires others to act in service to the organization and the community.Embracing and managing change&nbsp;– champions and facilitates change to ensure long-term community sustainability. He/she adapts successfully to changing needs while maintaining positive relationships with all constituents, internal and external.Entrepreneurial and innovative&nbsp;– creatively seeks new opportunities to generate revenue and other resources that add greater value to the organization and the community.To apply, please submit your resume along with a cover letter to Human Resources at<a href="https://unitedwaynca.org/about-us/careers/" target="_blank">https://unitedwaynca.org/about-us/careers/</a>Successful candidates must pass criminal background and reference checks.United Way of the National Capital AreaEOE M/F/D/V

Director, Corporate Partnerships

UNITED WAY NCA OFFICE LOCATIONS:1015 15th Street, NW Suite 1200, Washington,&nbsp;DC8614 Westwood Center Drive, Suite 300, Vienna, VATo apply: &nbsp;: <a href="https://unitedwaynca.org/about-us/careers/" target="_blank">https://unitedwaynca.org/about-us/careers/</a>WORK SCHEDULEHybrid/FlexibleREPORTS&nbsp;TOSenior Vice PresidentSALARY BAND:$71,522 - $110,589 a yearCOMPENSATION &amp; BENEFITSUnited Way NCA offers competitive compensation and benefits including substantial paid leave, healthcare benefits, a matching retirement plan, and a great work environment.&nbsp;Mission:&nbsp;United Way NCA improves lives of underserved individuals in the National Capital Area by focusing community resources on creating measurable and lasting impact.&nbsp;We address the needs of our community by focusing on three key pillars of impact – health, education, and economic opportunity.&nbsp;We are uniquely positioned at the intersection of public, private, philanthropic, and nonprofit sectors to bring the best resources, individuals, and organizations together to solve our region’s most pressing issues facing our community today.&nbsp;Who We Serve:&nbsp;The ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) population represents more than 500,000 low- and moderate-income households in our region that earn more than the Federal Poverty Level but less than the basic cost of living for the county/state in which they live. United Way NCA’s ALICE&nbsp;Lives Here&nbsp;initiative is one of United Way NCA’s strategic programs established to address the issues of inequity in our systems for employment, education, health and food access, financial stability, and opportunities for all to grow to the best of their abilities.Equity:&nbsp; Equity is fundamental to our mission. We infuse equity in all our business operations, hiring practices and community impact initiatives.&nbsp;Overview:&nbsp;Are you driven and passionate about ensuring that everyone has equitable access to health, education, and economic opportunity? Are you a&nbsp;natural leader who loves to build and develop teams? Are you a change-agent who is looking to make a lasting impact in your community and within your organization? If so, you may be just what we are looking for as we expand our team. Take a closer look and reach out if you meet these&nbsp;qualifications.&nbsp;Position Description: Reporting to the SVP, the Major Gifts Officer is an important member of the Development/Fundraising department and will help build and lead United Way NCA’s individual giving efforts. They will manage a portfolio of prospects, current and lapsed donors, targeting five- and six-figure gifts. The Major Gifts Officer is responsible for developing, planning, and implementing strategies for identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individual donors to include support for Alexis de Tocqueville Society and other related programs to support United Way NCA. They will focus on strategically building and expanding the organization's Individual Giving and Planned Giving program with a goal of significantly increasing the base of annual gifts.&nbsp;This position is ideal for a dynamic, results and relationship-driven, well-organized development professional who is committed to United Way NCA’s mission and has a passion for building development/fundraising programs.The Major Gifts Officer is responsible for maintaining and increasing annual revenue through the development, implementation and management of comprehensive major gifts moves management plan. Internally this position will work closely with SVP and cross functionally to leverage and enhance donor and prospect engagement to inspire deeper connection to the mission and programs of United Way NCA.Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;The Major Gifts Officer will work closely with the Chief Development Officer (CDO) and Development/Fundraising Team to build, implement, grow, and maintain long-term cross-functional strategic plans focused on immediate, near-term, and long-term major and planned gifts.1) Secures a minimum of 120 donor meetings/visits per year; 2) Collaborates with colleagues across UW NCA to understand the case for support and inspire donors up the giving pyramid; 3) Actively practices moves management through the donor life cycle of identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship; 4) Documents all donor related activities using the donor database Andar; 5) Assists in all cultivation and stewardship for UW NCA events&nbsp;Portfolio Management<ul><li>Secure Major gifts at the five- and six-figure levels. Directly responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting prospects for major and planned gifts of all varieties. While there is some portfolio in place, there will be significant portfolio development required in the first year to reach an expected 125-150 prospect portfolio size.</li><li>Responsible for $1M in annual revenue from cash, pledges, and documented planned gifts designated to United Way NCA.</li><li>Establish and maintain a qualified fundraising pipeline/prospects, focused on achieving stretch goals to support enhanced revenue streams.</li><li>Manage systems and software to track and cultivate donors and prospects, including United Way NCA’s donor database and wealth screening tools.</li><li>Work with the Development/Fundraising department to align efforts and set goals. Create and implement moves management plans.</li><li>Make direct, face-to-face solicitations and work with program staff to develop individualized donor strategies; to include donor communications.</li><li>Acknowledge major donors through public and private recognition. Track and report progress using specific metrics.</li></ul>Job Requirements:&nbsp;Solid Educational Background and Experience -&nbsp;Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, or equivalent experience is required. Minimum eight (8) years of fundraising experience, with demonstrated experience in Major and Planned Gifts moves management and relationship building including at least five years of front-line fundraising and working with individual donors.&nbsp;Drives Revenue &amp; Impact –&nbsp;Results driven, with a relentless focus on gaining resources to support United Way’s mission and community impact focused strategic objectives. Demonstrated entrepreneurial ability to develop alliances and coordinate shared interests of all parties. Excellent problem-solving skills designed to meet the challenges of the organization. Possess ability to meet predetermined revenue goals.&nbsp;Strategic Relationship Building –&nbsp;People person with a keen knack for developing, maintaining, and deepening strategic relationships that generate the resources that support United Way’s mission. Strong knowledge of fundraising and desire to learn. Demonstrated success managing a portfolio of individual donors at the five- and six-figure levels. &nbsp;Ability to develop strong personal relationships through identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Planned giving experience a plus.&nbsp;Effective &amp; Engaging Communicator –&nbsp;An effective and passionate communicator, articulating the United Way message in a way that inspires others to act in service to the organization and the community.&nbsp;Embracing and Managing Change –&nbsp;Champions and facilitates change to ensure long-term community sustainability. Adapts successfully to changing needs while maintaining positive relationships with all constituents, internal and external.&nbsp;Entrepreneurial and Innovative –&nbsp;Creatively seeks new opportunities to generate revenue and other resources that add greater value to the organization and the community. Demonstrated entrepreneurial ability to develop alliances and coordinate shared interests of all parties. Excellent problem-solving skills designed to meet the challenges of the organization.Successful candidates must pass criminal background and reference checks.To apply: &nbsp;: <a href="https://unitedwaynca.org/about-us/careers/" target="_blank">https://unitedwaynca.org/about-us/careers/</a>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;United Way of the National Capital Area &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;EOE M/F/D/V &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://unitedwaynca.org/" target="_blank">unitedwaynca.org</a>

DESM/Major Gifts Officer

Who we are:United Way of the Bluegrass (UWBG) has been a leader and motivator of change for real solutions in Central Kentucky for 96 years. UWBG helps to advance the common good of the community by creating opportunities for a better life for all.&nbsp;To achieve this, UWBG focuses on four key pillars of success:&nbsp;<ol><li>Basic needs</li><li>Student success</li><li>School readiness</li><li>Financial stability</li></ol>UWBG works to make a lasting difference by ensuring that situations, basic needs, injustices, inequities, lack of resources, and other obstacles and barriers are addressed in ways that move families forward, not hold them back. Through the diverse ways it funds programs and agencies that make quality, early childhood education opportunities available to thousands of children across our region, UWBG helps to make sure the next generation is equipped with the skills to succeed in school and in life. UWBG is also committed to investment in economic empowerment so that low-to-middle income families have the resources and support to meet needs, weather emergencies, and make investments toward a brighter&nbsp;future.&nbsp;UWBG employs 35 staff members, 6 of whom make up the senior management team, and a 20-member board of directors. The current operating budget is $3.5M.Where we are:Lexington, Kentucky, is known as the “Horse Capital of the World,” home to world-renowned horse farms and the historic Keeneland Racecourse. Nestled in the heart of the Bluegrass Region, it features rolling hills, scenic landscapes, and a vibrant urban core, where innovation, businesses, and communities thrive. The city blends southern charm with a lively cultural scene, including art galleries, music venues, and the University of Kentucky. With a strong sense of community and rich historical roots, Lexington offers a lifestyle that is both inspiring and grounded, an ideal setting for bold leadership and visionary change.The successful President &amp; CEO will focus on the following areas of&nbsp;impact and responsibility:Community ImpactThe President &amp; CEO is responsible for the overall impact of UWBG on the community, with particular emphasis on increasing its capacity to drive the impact agenda. The President &amp; CEO will be working closely with the Staff and the Board of Directors to craft and adapt the strategy to achieve this increased impact, including raising the funds to support it. They will establish and build relationships with top leaders in the community, including those representing the highest levels in business, government, and non-profit sectors.Resource DevelopmentThe President &amp; CEO is charged to drive key results in fundraising; to identify, cultivate, and solicit prospective donors and key leaders of prospective new corporate partners; to leverage personal and professional contacts and relationships into fundraising opportunities; and to promote a culture of fundraising in the organization, both at the staff and board level. Additionally, the President &amp; CEO should develop strategies to diversify mission-driven revenue through grants, contracts,&nbsp;etc.Strategic ManagementThe President &amp; CEO serves as the principal resource to the Board of Directors and its key committees and gives strong direction in policy formulation and interpretation. They partner with the Board of Directors and the UWBG Senior Leadership team to craft organizational goals and develop strategies to ensure that they are achieved. They ensure coordination and alignment of all UWBG’s activities to strategic direction in the areas of community impact, resource development, and staff alignment.Organization ManagementThe President &amp; CEO is accountable for building and leading high-performing teams, ensuring all teams are aligned and collaborating to achieve organizational results. They maintain accountability for the operational and fiscal integrity of the organization within policies set by the Board of Directors.&nbsp; The President &amp; CEO assesses organizational capacity to implement strategies and identify gaps in systems and staffing; directly supervises Senior Leadership positions and establishes individual goals; works with the VP of Finance to manage organizational spending, monitor budget compliance, and mitigate financial risks; and ensures that UWBG goals of inclusiveness and diversity among staff and volunteers are&nbsp;met.POSITION SUMMARYReporting to the Board of Directors, the President &amp; CEO is the leader of the organization, establishing a vision for community impact and/or collective impact that is achieved through the efforts of a diverse team of high-performing leaders, staff, and volunteers alike. The President &amp; CEO is the Chief Mobilizer and Chief Ambassador; &nbsp;they leverage the power of relationships and networks, and work across private, public, and corporate sectors to improve conditions in the community. The President &amp; CEO possesses a high level of broad business and management skills and is effective at generating resources and financial support for the organization. The President &amp; CEO is dedicated to shared and measurable goals for the common good–creating, resourcing, scaling, and leveraging strategies for broad investment and impact. The President &amp; CEO is the steward of the brand and understands their role in growing and protecting the reputation of UWBG. They are responsible for building trust in UWBG and its relevance in the community. They value the network and strive to leverage UWBG’s breadth of community presence, relationships, and&nbsp;strategy.The Ideal Candidate Profile:<ol><li>We seek a leader who can raise community awareness and clearly communicate an innovative vision for United Way of the Bluegrass.</li><li>The ideal candidate is a self-starter who builds authentic donor and stakeholder relationships with professionalism and has a proven fundraising record.</li><li>The candidate should have significant nonprofit or comparable leadership experience, with the ability to work effectively with volunteers, boards, and government entities.</li><li>The leader must command stakeholder confidence, promote diversity, and build community collaborations.</li><li>The President &amp; CEO will provide innovative, collaborative leadership to grow resources, address community priorities, and ensure operational and fiscal integrity.</li><li>The candidate must be intellectually curious, innovative, business-savvy, and politically astute.</li><li>The leader should embody integrity, accountability, good judgment, flexibility, strong communication skills, and a high energy level with a sense of humor.</li><li>The role requires significant executive leadership experience, strong management skills, and expertise in finance, HR, contracts, and strategic planning.</li><li>The candidate must excel in planning, communication, and relationship-building with community stakeholders, business executives, foundation officials, donors, high-level government officials, and the media.</li></ol>Required Qualifications and Experience:<ul><li>A bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited college or university is required; an advanced degree or equivalent experience is&nbsp;preferred.</li><li>10+ years of progressive leadership experience in the nonprofit sector.</li><li>Proven fundraising experience securing significant philanthropic, corporate, and institutional financial support.</li><li>Experience with strategic planning and implementation</li><li>Demonstrated successful experience in fiscal management and budget oversight, and compliance functions.</li><li>Proficiency in data analytics and impact measurement in the nonprofit sector.</li><li>Public advocacy experience at local, state, and federal levels</li><li>Successful grant writing and management experience</li><li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Open and participative management style</li><li>Ability to work successfully with diverse groups and across multiple generations</li><li>Demonstrable integrity and accountability in leadership roles</li><li>The candidate must work on-site with flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends as needed.</li></ul>Compensation &amp; Benefits United Way of Blue Grass offers a competitive annual salary range of $160,000 to $190,000, with the final offer determined by education, training, experience, and proven performance. In addition, the comprehensive benefits package includes health insurance, a retirement plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. There is also an opportunity for a performance-based bonus. Relocation assistance is available to support a smooth transition.Application Process To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a complete application package—including a cover letter, resume, and statement of salary preference.Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Thank you for your interest. Please continue to review our vacancy listing for other career opportunities. The position will remain open until it is filled.Projected Timeline for Recruitment (Flexible and Subject to Change)Application period:&nbsp;August-SeptemberPrescreening Interviews:&nbsp;August-SeptemberPanel Interviews: October-NovemberStart Date:&nbsp;December 1, 2025United Way of Bluegrass is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and community members.

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