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Donor Relations Manager 
 
Position Summary: 


The Donor Relations Manager develops plans, implements and evaluates 

accounts of United Way of Forsyth County corporate partners and individuals 

with a focus on identifying growth opportunities as well as identifying new 

resource opportunities in order to enhance annual and long-term fundraising 

goals and promote UWFC’s strategic mission, with a measured focus on 

personal donor connections. 
 
Reports to: Chief Development Officer 


Position Duties &amp; Responsibilities 
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level 
of work being performed and not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all 
responsibilities, duties and skills required. 

ï· Prepares and executes year-round relationship plans for company 

accounts and individual investors with a focus on maximizing potential 

and growth. 

ï· Develop and adapt plans for challenging companies 

ï· Focus on attracting and developing new partnerships. 

ï· Heavy focus on individual donor engagement with expectations of 

meeting ambitious goals around personal contact with donors and 

prospects. 

ï· Works closely with volunteers to leverage experience and connections 

to gain better access to company leadership and build strong, more 

effective relationships. 

ï· Prepares and executes an ongoing engagement plan for assigned 

individual donors. 

ï· Cultivate major gifts and planned giving prospects through ongoing 

engagement. 

ï· Prepares and executes an individual campaign plan for all accounts 

assigned. 

ï· Ensures the accuracy of data on all accounts and maintains strict 

confidentiality of personal account and financial information. 

ï· Works as part of a team to develop and execute a year-round 

engagement plan for companies and individual investors. 

ï· Establishes rigorous individualized personal and professional 

development plans. 


ï· Understands and supports UWFC’s strategic direction in the 

community. 

ï· Identifies and develops new opportunities for resources. (Expansion in 

existing accounts as well as potential new companies/investors) 

ï· A willingness to take on additional duties to ensure the success of the 

team 

ï· Occasional local travel may be required with some events/tasks outside 

of traditional work hours 
 

Qualifications 
 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each 

essential job function satisfactorily and be present while performing those 

functions. The requirements listed are representative of the basic 

knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation 

may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential 

functions. The individual in this role must display the highest level of integrity 

and confidentiality. United Way also values innovative thinking, and a 

successful candidate will be a self-starter who can work within the team to 

achieve goals and objectives. The individual should have effective 

communication skills, attention to detail and organization, and flexibility and 

adaptability. The individual will also maintain knowledge of trends, best 

practices, and research in his/her area of responsibility to enhance 

development practices. 
 

Education and/or Experience 

 • Bachelor's degree preferred. 

 • At least two years of fundraising experience required. 

 • Knowledge of Forsyth County and the human service sector is 

preferred. 

 *Proficiency in Micro Office Suite, and donor database platforms. 
 *Work experience may substitute for education requirements. 

 Additional information and requirements: 

ï· Physical Requirements: ability to move supplies weighing up to 

20lbs. 

ï· NC Driver’s license and auto insurance are required. 

ï· This is a hybrid position; 4 days in the office Friday remote. 

ï· FLSA status: Exempt 

 We offer a full health benefit package with 12 paid holidays, PTO, 401K 

and Defined Contribution plan. 

EOE

United Way Forsyth County

Donor Relations Manager

The Individual Giving Officer will cultivate a portfolio of mid-level donors ($1,000- $9,999) to strengthen their connection with United Way of Forsyth County resulting in long term financial commitments to the organization with a goal of growth to a major donor level. This position &nbsp;will also champion efforts with at least one of the United Way of Forsyth County Donor Networks by working with staff and volunteer leadership to increase membership and connection The goal is to increase donor retention and engagement by enhancing the donor experience.

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