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POSITION SUMMARY To lead the continued implementation of the countywide Hunger Relief Strategic Plan (originally adopted in October 2015) to fight hunger and food insecurity in Palm Beach County. This is a multi-faceted, collective impact initiative working with numerous community stakeholders throughout the entire County.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:Continue to facilitate a framework for implementing the Hunger Relief Strategic Plan and MacKenzie Scott Hunger Relief Strategies, county-wide. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;o&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Work with the community, which includes but is not limited to, community representatives, funders, faith-based organizations, government, corporate, education, and nonprofit partners to monitor and execute priorities, strategies, and desired outcomes, and re-evaluate them when needed. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;o&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Continually build consensus and facilitate collaboration and growth with county-wide Hunger Relief Advisory Council as well as Hunger Relief work groups and subcommittees, along with appropriate committees within the community. &nbsp;Manage the Palm Beach County Hunger Relief staff, Advisory Council, Work Groups, and Subcommittees. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;o&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Effectively manage the process through meeting management tools, meeting notices, agendas, drafting materials to be considered, minutes, data, fact sheets, statistics, etc. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;o&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Mobilize stakeholders and refine Hunger Relief Work Groups/Subcommittees to monitor and track hunger relief data and hunger trends. &nbsp;Build community partnerships with traditional and non-traditional partners around the Hunger Relief Strategic Plan. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;o&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Maintain and establish relationships with key community members to address issues related to food security and hunger relief. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;o&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Facilitate collaboration and communication among UWPBC staff, agencies, donors, policy makers and other stakeholders around the development and implementation of partnership initiatives and specific strategies tied in with the Hunger Relief Strategic Plan. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;o&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Actively participate in relevant community, state and national task forces, commissions, and committees in order to enhance our work and affect change. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;o&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Stay informed about public policy issues affecting hunger relief, including local, state and/or federal changes/opportunities, and how to favorably impact our community. &nbsp;Measure, evaluate, and communicate successes and challenges. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;o&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Collect information and data, and compile regular progress reports consistent with planned evaluation strategies, or funding requirements. Use available systems and technology to gather and analyze data (e.g., 211, food finder map, local/state/federal data). &nbsp;Prepare &nbsp;relevant &nbsp;reports &nbsp;and &nbsp;documentation for &nbsp;distribution, &nbsp;including an &nbsp;annual summary report on the Hunger Relief Strategic Plan (as needed). &nbsp;Increase investment in food security by securing funding through grants, as well as private and corporate donations, working with resource development, major gifts and community investment teams or other United Way staff members to raise funds. o&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure all grant requirements are met and/or exceeded.&nbsp; o&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Identify projects for funding consistent with the identified priorities and strategies. Funding for special projects that advance food security and hunger relief efforts, especially in key geographic areas, is valued. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;o&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Determine the dollars or resources needed to address the identified priorities and strategies which align with the initiative’s metrics. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;o&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Willingness to work flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, and weekends, when needed. &nbsp;Assist, as assigned by management, with the organization’s disaster response efforts Perform other duties as opportunities are presented and/or assignedMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bachelor’s degree required and master’s degree preferred with a minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of leadership experience in the field of human services, planning, and/or food systems (or comparable combination of education and experience). •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience working in a team environment, facilitating effective groups, developing collaboratives, and working with volunteers. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience with collective impact models and community driven efforts preferred. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Proven track record leading and working on high profile community projects with diverse stakeholders preferred. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to analyze data and develop innovative strategies to maximize results. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Excellent customer/client service relations. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to manage confidential information with discretion. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Excellent organizational and time management skills. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Effective communication and people skills to interact with various stakeholders. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Detail-orientated, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite software, office systems and be technology savvy. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Problem solving and strong decision-making capabilities. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Committed and capable team player with ability to work independently. &nbsp;

United Way of Palm Beach County

Vice President for Hunger Relief

United Way of Broward County fights for the Health, Education and Financial Prosperity of EVERY person in our community.General Description: In collaboration with the Major Gifts team, the Major Gifts Officer (MGO) will be responsible for helping United Way of Broward County (UWBC) reach its fundraising goals by identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gifts. MGO will work closely with the Director, Major Gifts (DMG) to cultivate donors and prospects within the Major Gifts revenue streams: transformational giving, major gifts of $10k plus, planned giving, foundations, and capital campaign.&nbsp; In addition, the MGO will develop strong Donor Relations through individual and collective outreach, communication, and events to ensure retention and promote increased giving.&nbsp; Responsibilities will also include supporting the coordination and leadership of the Major Gift and Legacy committees.&nbsp; A portfolio of major gift donors and prospects must be individually maintained.Primary Job Responsibilities &amp; Duties:&nbsp;<ul><li>Implement overall Major Gifts strategy developed by DMG.</li><li>Identify, engage and re-engage donors, particularly those emerging as the next generation of potential philanthropic leaders.</li><li>Conduct individually tailored, one-on-one cultivation and solicitation meetings and work with appropriate volunteers to strategize and manage their cultivation and solicitation of targeted donors.</li><li>Identify and solicit new major gifts.&nbsp;</li><li>Connect United Way Staff and Board of Directors to new and/or prospective Tocqueville Society members.</li><li>Cultivate, steward and build trusted relationships with a portfolio of major donors and prospective major donors and legacy giving prospects to generate new and increased giving.</li><li>Effectively develop, organize, manage, support and motivate a volunteer team to aid in the identification, cultivation and solicitation of high capacity donors and prospective donors.</li><li>Partner with Major Gift and Development colleagues, for identification of prospects</li><li>Develop meaningful ways to engage major gift donors and prospects throughout the year including personal visits, executing unique events and volunteer opportunities to connect our members to the work United Way is doing in Broward County.</li><li>Create and implement a stewardship and recognition plan, including thanking donors, events and leadership registry.</li></ul>Other Job Duties:&nbsp;<ul><li>Maintains confidentiality of all materials, and uses judgment and tact in dealing with internal and external inquiries.</li><li>Understand the United Way of Broward concept, mission, purpose, philosophy and background to handle routine calls from public in an effective and diplomatic way.</li><li>Develops and maintains good working relationships with staff, board members, major donors, volunteers, agency representatives, and guests of the DMG.</li><li>Plans and prioritizes work to meet scheduled deadlines; adjusts personal schedule to assure completion of tasks, assignments, etc.</li><li>Works only under general supervision; uses discretion and judgment in the performance of daily duties.</li><li>Exhibits leadership and initiative in work habits and adhering to UWBC policies.</li><li>Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the DMG.</li><li>Due to the leadership role United Way is called upon to play in the community, particularly during times of crisis, it is the expectation that all United Way staff will be fully engaged in the organization's crisis plan and response efforts.</li></ul>Education &amp; Experience:&nbsp;<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree required (advanced degree or advanced certification such as CFRE preferred)</li><li>3-5 years of experience in development, advancement, or fundraising, with demonstrated success in nonprofit.&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to set goals strategically and oversee execution.</li><li>High level of discretion and ethical approach to fundraising.</li><li>Proven ability to interact and influence philanthropic leaders.</li><li>Experience motivating and managing high-profile volunteer leadership and senior executives.</li><li>Ability to work cross-functionally with various internal and external constituents.</li><li>Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously with close attention to detail and prioritization to meet deadlines.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.</li><li>Proficiency in database management, Microsoft Office Suite, and other computer skills, as required.</li></ul>Supervise:&nbsp;Temporary staff;VolunteersCore Competency Requirements:<ul><li>Excels at customer service&nbsp;– Serves (treats) all customers (internal and external) with utmost respect and responsiveness in order to deepen relationships and advance UWBC’s mission.&nbsp;</li><li>Drives for results&nbsp;– Has a passion for innovation and risk-taking, meets and exceeds qualitative and quantitative goals in a thoughtful and time-driven manner.&nbsp;</li><li>Commits to the organization&nbsp;– Has the responsibility for aligning one’s own behavior, leadership and commitment with the needs, priorities, goals and culture of UWBC.&nbsp;</li><li>Embraces diversity and inclusion&nbsp;– Creates an atmosphere that respects and embraces engagement of all people, ideas and backgrounds and aligns with United Way’s values.&nbsp;</li><li>Seizes learning –&nbsp;Able and willing to learn new skills and knowledge and accept new challenges to further United Way’s mission.&nbsp;</li><li>Manages multiple projects and tasks&nbsp;– Effectively manages time and resources to respond to emerging needs while continuing to deliver on organizational goals, objectives and timelines, and seeks help when needed in juggling priorities.&nbsp;</li><li>Personifies teamwork&nbsp;– Demonstrates good collaboration and communication to be effective in any team setting.</li></ul>Environment &amp; Physical Demands:&nbsp;The environment is climate controlled (i.e., heated and air-conditioned).&nbsp; Lighting is adequate through overhead lighting as well as windows and blinds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands include sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time, bending, lifting approximately 25 pounds, regular use of the telephone, copier, fax and computer, and occasionally driving the United Way vehicle.&nbsp; Demands also involve protracted concentration.&nbsp; &nbsp;

United Way of Broward

United Way of Broward County

Major Gifts Officer

2 Full time Jobs in West Palm Beach, FL, USA