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Overall Purpose of this Role: This relationship-focused servant leader helps to support resource development and fundraising strategies on the Virginia Peninsula. This position oversees the United Way of the Virginia Peninsula volunteerism efforts, affinity programs, and donor relationships. &nbsp;As the community fundraiser, funds raised by UWVP are mobilized and leveraged to support direct-service nonprofit organizations, build and support collaborative solutions, and to ensure that households in our community can access assistance for basic needs and long-term supports. The Donor Relations Manager has a critical role in creating unforgettable experiences that resonate with our donors and volunteers, driving meaningful change.Volunteerism • Leads United Way’s annual Day of Caring volunteer event alongside volunteer committees, sponsors, and other staff • Works to connect individuals and groups to volunteer projects available on the Virginia Peninsula • Manages and promotes Volunteer Peninsula, an online volunteer engagement platform • Assists local nonprofit organizations in posting projects and recruiting volunteers • Support UWVP outreach efforts associated with workplace campaigns and community impact in order to mobilize volunteers • Build and uphold organization-wide best practices for volunteer management and retention Donor Retention • Build, manage, and grow a portfolio of donor accounts for the purpose of stewarding and cultivating new and ongoing relationships • Lead the charge for transformative engagement by developing and executing innovative strategies that foster a sense of belonging and purpose within our diverse donor communities • Unleash your creativity to develop and craft impactful experiences that go beyond mere recognition, but that educate, inspire, and forge lasting connections. Every touchpoint is an opportunity to showcase gratitude, impact, and the power of collective giving • Support and leverage workplace campaigns and other resource development strategies to provide continual donor communications and engagement &nbsp;Affinity Programs • Harness the power of donor communities to increase giving and amplify their impact in our community o Emerging Leaders Society (ELS): A group of passionate, like-minded, community-focused professionals under the age of 40 who serve our neighbors in need and develop as active advocate leaders for change o Women United (WU): Women United harnesses the power of women to improve the quality of life for women and children on the Virginia Peninsula • Facilitate affinity group programming that provides opportunities for volunteerism, networking, and enrichment • Maintain and grow peer-to-peer fundraising initiatives that are founded in connectedness and impact • Develop new Affinity groups similar to ELS and WU based on research, discussions with donors, and network-wide innovationsKey Competencies • Volunteer Coordination: Proven ability to recruit and engage volunteers • Relationship Building: Ability to engage, motivate, and maintain positive relationships with donors, volunteers, community members, and colleagues • Team Player: Works well with others to achieve a shared goal, while also contributing to the team’s success • Collaborative: Understands the roles and contributions of all community sectors and mobilize resources (financial and human) through meaningful engagement • Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines • Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks, with the ability to identify and correct errors, follow procedures precisely and maintain high standards of quality in work • Problem-Solving: The ability to troubleshoot issues, resolve conflicts, and adapt to changes quickly in a fast-paced environment • Adaptability to Change: Willingness to adapt to new process, technologies, and program requirements, and help others adjust as well • Results-Driven: Dedicated to shared and measurable goals for the common good; creating, resourcing, scaling, and leveraging strategies and innovations for broad investment and impact • Action-Oriented: Look for new solutions to old problems, take on new opportunities, and approach challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm • Responsive: Ability to respond promptly to internal and external customers, prioritize inquiries, and act as needs arise &nbsp;Qualifications and Experience: • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in nonprofit fundraising or related role • Undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Human Services, or related field • Experience working with volunteers. Preferred professional/leadership experience in the nonprofit sector • Or, a comparable combination of education and work experience • Technical proficiencies in Microsoft Office Suite, internet search engines as an end user, and social media platforms • Ability to be up and moving around for long periods of time, up to 8+ hours a day for events and independently complete event set up that may require moving up to 30 pounds • Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation This position works in-office and in the community. Remote and hybrid options are not available. Interested candidates should send their resume to <a href="mailto:info@uwvp.org" target="_blank">info@uwvp.org</a>.

United Way of the Virginia Peninsula (UWVP)

United Way of the Virginia Peninsula

Donor Relations Manager

United Way of Johnson County Executive Director serves as the primary leader and strategist for the organization, overseeing it’s overall operations, growth and impact to the community to advance the organizations mission to organize caring people to identify and meet human needs in our community.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee all fundraising and advancement efforts including annual residential and workplace campaigns, grant seeking opportunities, event-based fundraising and supporter acquisition and cultivation efforts.&nbsp;</li><li>Oversee all grantmaking efforts from the solicitation of applications and the convening of community allocation and review panels to the eventual disbursement of funds.&nbsp;</li><li>Oversee the management of financial resources, including accurate record keeping, regular reporting, and budgeting.</li><li>Oversee all marketing efforts, including fostering positive relationships with agency partners, business leaders, government entities, and current and prospective donors.</li><li>Oversee all United Way of Johnson County programming, including, Fast Track, Day of Caring, and Christmas Angels, No Place to Call Home and Helpline.&nbsp;</li><li>Oversee all United Way of Johnson County&nbsp; &nbsp;staff and volunteers including building and leading high-performing teams, ensuring alignment and collaboration to achieve organizational results.&nbsp;</li><li>Work closely with United Way of Johnson County Board of Directors to achieve strategic initiatives.</li><li>Serve as a champion for the United Way of Johnson County’s work and impact within the community.</li></ul>Minimum Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science&nbsp;</li><li>Five (5) years of management experience&nbsp;</li><li>Experience on issues relevant to the organization, such as work force development, financial stability and poverty</li><li>Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans and drive organizational success</li><li>Proven ability to build teams, develop partnerships and build collaboration</li><li>Must demonstrate a high level of intelligence and intellectual curiosity and a desire to explore new ideas and innovative approaches to solving problems</li><li>Project and/or program management experience with a demonstrated ability to develop, implement and execute to achieve desired outcomes</li><li>Passion for social impact and Community Service</li><li>Proven track record of integrity with a demonstrated ability to build trust</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate<ul><li>Previous or current United Way Experience</li><li>Bachelor of Arts or Science in a related field</li><li>Five plus years of management experience in the non-profit sector</li><li>Johnson County Resident</li><li>Expertise on issues relevant to the organization, such as work force development, financial stability and poverty</li><li>All other items listed above</li></ul>

United Way of Johnson County

Executive Director 

Job Summary:The Associate Vice President, Major Gifts directs all aspects of high-level donor cultivation, stewardship and relationship management. Reporting to the VP, Chief Advancement Officer, the Associate Vice President, Major Gifts will lead, drive, and catalyze innovations to both maintain and develop United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona’s presence in major and legacy giving. This position will work in tandem with Annual Giving and is responsible for guiding staff in building relationships with current and potential Leadership Givers and Major Donors, raising the resources necessary to fund United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona programs and operations. All United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona (UWTSA) programs and strategies work toward eliminating racial, ethnic, and socio-economic disparities for an educated, thriving, and equitable community. United Way offers competitive wages and a generous benefits packet with employer contributions for full time employees including medical, dental, 401K, HRA, PTO, 13 paid holidays, and opportunities for educational and professional development. For more information about our organization, see <a href="http://www.unitedwaytucson.org" target="_blank">www.unitedwaytucson.org</a>.Salary - $80,000/annuallyResponsibilities:Leadership/Major Gifts Giving•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Meet and/or exceed Annual Campaign goals by cultivating, four, five and six figure gifts.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Direct, design, organize, and implement strategy to segment, prospect, cultivate, solicit to retain, and grow leadership and major givers. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Provide Major Gifts initiatives and retention plan ($10,000 - $500,000) including the Tocqueville Society. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Responsible for the coordination of the Tocqueville Society, Committee and Events.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Work with Marketing to create Tocqueville Welcome packets and Tocqueville Acknowledgement Webpage. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Develop and direct strategies to grow and retain leadership givers and increase funds from current members. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Successfully manage the Women United Affinity Group with support from the Director of Advancement to grow their membership numbers and increase fundraising dollars to UWTSA. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure Community Development reaches their financial goals by securing and developing existing and new corporate and foundation grants and individual giving. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Develop effective donor management and retention programs to increase the share of dollars directed to the United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona impact areas from current and new donors.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Develop and maintain effective communication plan that keeps donors and prospects informed and involved with United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Develop sponsorships and provide support for events such as: &nbsp;the Annual Leadership Recognition Event; Leadership Giving presentations; planning and logistics of all Tocqueville Society events. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure that collateral materials and recognition programs are timely, effective, and appropriate. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Provide training and information to the Annual Campaign team to assist in managing, soliciting, and recognizing leadership givers and prospects within their areas of responsibility and help to transition these donors from the annual workplace campaign. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Identify opportunities and develop programs to attract new leadership givers from segmented markets, taking the lead role with specific markets as assigned. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Work with Leadership Giving team to identify and develop Endowment and Planned Giving prospects.Philanthropic Funds (DAF’s)•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Direct, design, organize, and implement strategy to cultivate, solicit, and grow Philanthropic Funds. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Provide superior customer relationship management. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Develop effective donor management programs to increase the share of dollars directed to United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona impact areas from current and new account holders.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Develop and maintain effective communication plan that keeps account holders and prospects informed and involved with United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure that collateral materials and account holder recognition programs are timely, effective and appropriate. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Direct the administration of the Philanthropic Fund program by the Donor Relations Director to ensure proper customer service, including quarterly communications, and be knowledgeable regarding accounting and deployment of funds.Management and Administrative Functions•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Build and lead a diverse Leadership Giving team that enables the organization to succeed; Hire the right people; Demand high performance and results; Ensure staff’s work aligns with mission and strategy. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Develop and implement strategic long-range plans for Leadership Giving team; track/report results. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Direct and manage employees, interns, consultants, and volunteers. &nbsp;Ensure staff work plans meet organizational goals and objectives. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Utilize volunteer’s skills and knowledge to call on assigned individuals and accounts to increase leadership giving. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Maintain donor and prospect records and current files. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Monitor and track campaign progress and provide analysis for forecasting and use by the RD Team, Campaign Cabinet and Board of Directors. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Coordinate with team timely planning and completion for necessary Campaign marketing strategies and materials to support success of annual goals and objectives. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Establish, monitor, and administer budget and expenses within budget requirements, including planning and managing budget line items for specific outcomes.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Counsel and assist staff in professional growth and development within United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona and the community. Conduct timely performance evaluations. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Perform duties in accordance with United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona policies and procedures such as managing/attending staff meetings, completing accurate and timely timesheets and expense reports. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Create, modify, and maintain routine and special letters, memos, and reports using word processing, database, spreadsheet and other software packages.Strategic Positioning•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Cultivate relationships with public and private groups to present United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona’s vision, mission, services, and programs.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Fulfill United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona goals of cost-effective fundraising and community building. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Is present and visible in the community and with partners, donors, volunteers, etc.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Engages, listens and understands community aspirations.Other Duties as AssignedQualifications, Skills and Abilities•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bachelor’s degree in business, communications or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Five to seven years of experience in resource development, donor relations or related field. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience and success in managing relationships and securing support from accounts and individuals. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Desire and ability to work in team- oriented work environment. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Demonstrated supervisory experience and ability to motivate and manage staff, donors, and volunteers. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to tactfully handle stressful situations, negotiate and resolve conflicts, maintain confidentiality and to respect and observe organizational protocol. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to motivate and manage donors, volunteers, and staff. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Excellent written and verbal communication, public speaking, training, facilitation, administrative and interpersonal skills. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Event planning and management, accounting, budget development and management skills. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Computer skills including CRM, Windows-based software (Word and Excel), e-mail and calendar, and presentation software. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule and adjust it as required by changing activities. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Must possess a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, daily access to a reliable vehicle and able to lift up to 30 pounds. POLICY STATEMENTThe United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona is an equal opportunity employer. We champion diversity, equity, and inclusion. We take action to ensure equal opportunity and all candidates are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. &nbsp;

United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona

Associate Vice President, Major Gifts

Vision and Mission:At United Way of Northeast Florida, we envision a community of opportunity where everyone has hope and can reach their full potential. Our mission is to solve our community’s toughest challenges by connecting people, resources and ideas.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is not only valued and demonstrated in our hiring practices, it is a fundamental part of our mission throughout our organization and the communities we serve.Our Values:<ul><li>Teamwork – We work together to accomplish our goals and help each other succeed.&nbsp;</li><li>Innovation&nbsp;- We are fearless, imaginative&nbsp;trail blazers.</li><li>Mission Focused- We are passionate about our community’s wellbeing and creating lasting change.&nbsp;</li><li>Integrity – We are honest, transparent and act ethically to create trust.&nbsp;</li><li>Excellence – We set clear, high expectations for ourselves and our work.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Purpose of Position:The position of Vice President, Philanthropy is a leadership role responsible for spearheading an innovative fundraising strategy that is not limited to workplace giving, while driving and growing revenue from individuals, corporations, and foundations, and other methods for mission-focused programs.&nbsp;The Vice President will have primary responsibility for establishing and implementing the infrastructure needed to achieve revenue growth building on a baseline of a $10.5M budget through workplace giving, major gifts, affinity groups, corporate philanthropy, planned giving, special events and other innovative models.This position leads and directs, with a growth-minded mentality, all Resource Development (RD) staff to maintain superior donor relationships, meet measurable revenue goals, and have extensive knowledge of how community impact initiatives, marketing &amp; communications, and volunteerism are integrated in providing donors and volunteers with rewarding and inspiring experiences with every&nbsp;interaction.While each position is measured on individual outputs, collaboration and coordination are critical elements of donor and volunteer engagement. In collaboration with the CEO, Leadership Team, and Board of Directors, the Vice President reimagines the giving culture, shaping the future of the organization’s philanthropy programs. Success is realized by achieving the overall organizational impact goals resulting from resources raised by the department of professionals.Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions:Organizational Leadership and Strategy<ul><li>Develop and review annual and multi-year strategic plan and necessary resources with the Chief Operating&nbsp;Officer, CFO and Leadership Team.</li><li>Accountable for advancement of United Way’s strategic goals to diversify and increase net revenue through key strategic partnerships and delivery of services, including all revenue streams, and resource development operations.</li><li>Create and foster innovation through continuous operations analysis and recommend and implement improvements to ensure efficient and effective delivery through best practices and&nbsp;technology.</li><li>Ensure the attainment of organizational goals for revenue growth including identification of new revenue streams.</li><li>Participate as a member of the Leadership Team to provide a united, visible, and strong leadership presence across the organization. Help instill new and innovative thinking, focus and prioritize efforts, and operationalize the organization’s strategic&nbsp;plan.</li><li>Partner with COO to organize and implement new revenue streams to support community impact&nbsp;work.</li><li>Collaborate closely with Marketing and Communications to build greater visibility through digital communications, social media and other cultivation&nbsp;tools.</li><li>Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and equitable work&nbsp;environment.</li><li>Successfully navigate in a dynamic, fast-paced, outcome-driven environment. Make timely decisions based on long-term goals, and exhibit sound and accurate judgments that result in positive organizational&nbsp;impacts.</li></ul>Department Management and Coaching<ul><li>Lead Resource Development Team in the creation of operating plans with defined goals aligned to the organizational&nbsp;strategy.</li><li>Supervise department staff and activities including but not limited to the effective management of systems, processes, donor data, and measurements to monitor projects, communications and guide fundraising results and&nbsp;activities.</li><li>Evaluate department staff’s experience and performance; use team building and motivational techniques, additional training, and organizational disciplinary protocols as appropriate to continually improve departmental professionalism, performance and to drive results. In partnership with Human Resources and COO, develop and implement a growth plan for staff to obtain needed training, knowledge, and&nbsp;skills to successfully achieve their goals.</li><li>Build and support a discipline of relationship management including the effective use of United Way’s customer relationship management platform within the Resource Development Department and within areas providing critical support to the Resource&nbsp;Development.</li><li>Work collaboratively with Donor Services team to establish and abide by data protocols to ensure highest quality of donor data.</li><li>Ensure financial issues related to gifts are handled with complete integrity and&nbsp;transparency.</li></ul>Operational Excellence<ul><li>Synthesize complex information, analyze data, and forecast trends related to various United Way revenue streams. Use data to inform and make decisions.</li><li>Monitor and analyze the progress of annual fundraising and operating plan goals and metrics, and make recommendations as needed.</li><li>Analyze donor data and market trends, develop fundraising strategies and new ideas.</li><li>Identify and research lapsed and potentially-lapsing donors and develop and implement a plan to re-engage them.</li></ul>Strategic Volunteer Management<ul><li>Organize and develop an appropriate volunteer structure through which&nbsp;community-wide support for revenue generation is achieved; support and assist volunteer&nbsp;leadership.</li><li>In partnership with CEO and COO, cultivate trust and confidence of the Board of Directors and other volunteer leaders to promote a culture of giving where ambassadors are fully equipped, embracing their roles as an integral part of efforts to drive resources for mission programs and community&nbsp;needs.</li><li>Provide goal-setting, visioning, leadership, and strategic direction for RD&nbsp;volunteers.</li><li>Assume primary staff responsibility for Resource Development Council meetings,&nbsp;overseeing the activities of the committee, and directly supporting the committee chair in the execution of the committee charter, including the identification and recruitment of committee&nbsp;volunteers.</li></ul>Competencies/Accountabilities:<ul><li>Ambitious and Focused on Winning: Reaches for the stars by setting ambitious, achievable goals; Persists when facing obstacles and comes back with a new approach and strategy to succeed; Conveys energy and passion about United Way’s work and mission; Is self-directed; Holds oneself accountable.</li><li>Innovative: Creative in solution ideation and implementation</li><li>Relationship Oriented: High emotional intelligence and a genuine desire to connect with others from diverse backgrounds and abilities.</li><li>Flexibility: Successfully navigating in a dynamic, fast-paced, outcome-driven environment</li><li>Data-driven Decision Making: Analyze results to monitor success, course correct as needed and expand success</li><li>Visible with Donors and Community Leaders: Continuously builds and expands the network of donors; Is visible and known in the community; Recognizes and pursues new opportunities and engages key leaders in the organization to create and support plans.</li><li>Accountability: Measures self and team against established goals</li><li>Exhibits Business Acumen: Identifies, anticipates and adapts to changing market trends and business needs; Understands challenges and opportunities in the business environment; Has solid understanding of United Way initiatives, products and services.</li><li>Focuses on Continuous Improvement: Stays current in the technical aspects of their field (e.g., tax law, employee engagement); Attempts to apply latest information on trends and best practices to continuously improve the work; Encourages and supports new ideas and new ways of doing things.</li><li>Takes Calculated Risks: Recognizes and acts on opportunities; Establishes criteria for taking risks; Challenges status quo when appropriate; Knows when to cut losses and change course.</li><li>United Way Values: Demonstrates a commitment to United Way’s values through internal and external actions.</li></ul>Experience/Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred in Business Administration or related field, or equivalent experience.</li><li>Minimum of ten years’ work experience in professional fundraising or in a consultative sales environment driven by meeting metrics and measurables or demonstrated experience successfully growing a business.</li><li>Proven experience in achieving revenue growth and sustainability.</li><li>Preferred experience raising resources directly for programs.</li><li>Certified Fundraising Professional (CFRE) highly valued, but not required.</li><li>Proven ability to effectively evaluate, analyze and interpret data and information to advance all development activities.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on the ability to persuade and influence others around ideas, decisions, and financial support in individual and group settings-</li><li>Highly effective relationship building skills including one-to-one interpersonal networking; ability to leverage and communicate effectively with diverse audiences: executive leaders, board members, donors, constituents, and staff.</li><li>Understand and implement gift acceptance policies and IRS requirements.</li><li>Customer Relationship Management software preferred.</li><li>Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.</li><li>Proficiency with using the internet for research purposes.</li><li>Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation required.</li><li>Ability to pass a background check&nbsp;</li><li>Must pass pre-employment drug screening</li><li>Ability to work a flexible schedule, with the possibility of early morning, evening and weekend hours being needed.</li></ul>Compensation and Benefits:<ul><li>Competitive Pay – Commensurate with education and experience based on current market</li><li>Health Insurance – Generous zero to low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for employees and dependents</li><li>403(b) Matching – Generous matching up to 6% of annual pay</li><li>Holidays – 11 paid holidays, three personal holidays</li><li>Vacation – Two weeks paid vacation&nbsp;</li><li>Flexible Schedule – Hybrid working environment with the ability to modify as needed</li><li>Vibrant Work Environment – office space in The Jessie in downtown Jacksonville, a nonprofit and community gathering space in a sustainable, state-of-the-art facility with free monthly parking</li><li>Purpose – Help United Way transform NEFL into a community of opportunity and hope for ALL people</li><li>Employee Assistance Program</li><li>A fun, challenging, and inclusive culture</li></ul>General Physical Requirements for Essential Functions of the Job:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and/or hear. Continual use of the hands with wrist and finger movement using a keyboard is required.&nbsp;Specific vision abilities required by this job include long hours viewing a computer monitor screen. The employee may occasionally travel using personal vehicle and/or work outside normal office environment.This description is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of all team members assigned to this position. It is intended only to describe the key elements relative to each section. Also, duties and/or requirements of this position may be modified, added or deleted at any time. This supersedes all descriptions previously written for the same position. Unique equivalent skills and experience may possibly substitute for required position requirements.Additional Information:The attributes listed above represent our current thinking for the role. You can be a great candidate even if you don't fit everything we've described. You can also have important skills we haven't thought of. If that's you - even if you’re on the fence - we encourage you to apply and tell us about yourself! Unique equivalent skills and experience may possibly substitute for required position requirements.We have built an environment that celebrates the differences in backgrounds and experiences. United Way invests in activities that lead to greater inclusion, diversity, and equity.&nbsp; We are an equal-opportunity employer and we especially encourage and invite members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply.United Way of Northeast Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Work Environment.UWNEFL reserves the right to adjust work location.

United Way of Northeast Florida

Northeast Florida

Vice President, Philanthropy

The Individual Engagement Manager/Major Gift will primarily serve as an annual giving frontline fundraiser. This role will have direct responsibility for maintaining and managing a personal portfolio of major gift donors with the primary responsibility to identify, steward, and invite annual investment in UWECI at the major gifts level.&nbsp; This role will work closely with the VP, Donor Engagement and Development and/or President/CEO to identify donors at the major gift level for stewardship to planned giving, endowment giving, and/or capital giving. This role will also lead the Women United Affinity Group.&nbsp; Women United has a primary focus on increasing access to women’s healthcare resources to ensure the well-being of women in need while supporting United Way’s broader mission and resource development needs.&nbsp;<h2>ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS</h2><h3>Donor Engagement</h3><ul><li>Lead Campaign Cabinet Subcommittees as assigned.</li><li>Work closely with volunteers and internal departments to recognize donors year-round.</li><li>Utilize CRM software to record visits and communications, as well as gather and maintain accurate donor information to maintain donor database integrity.</li><li>Direct involvement with implementation of department’s strategic plan.</li><li>Collaborate with the Community Impact staff and partners to understand and effectively articulate how donor dollars support UWECI’s work in the community.</li><li>Assist as needed in all fundraising programs and activities and perform other duties as assigned by UWECI leadership.</li></ul><h3>Individual Portfolio Work</h3><ul><li>Act as primary relationship manager for a portfolio of individual prospects; playing lead role in stewardship, moves-management, inviting donor investment in UWECI and closing major gifts.&nbsp;</li><li>Identify prospective major gift donors inside and outside corporate workplace giving/annual campaign by working closely with UWECI’s Resource Development staff, Campaign Cabinet and the corporate engagement team.</li><li>Identify prospective major gift donors inside corporate workplace giving/annual campaign who are retiring or are retired and invite them to invest in UWECI on an individual level.</li><li>Promote leadership giving and advance donors to their next giving society level, support the activities of all UWECI’s giving societies, and develop and lead Sinclair and Quarton Giving Societies.</li><li>Assist in development and leadership of Tocqueville Giving Society.&nbsp;</li><li>Research, identify, analyze, and communicate key donor trends, results, and opportunities to ensure continued growth in donors and revenues while meeting predefined metrics.</li><li>Benchmark and measure retention and donor value attrition.</li><li>Attend UWECI events.&nbsp;</li><li>In collaboration with the VP, Donor Engagement and Development and President/CEO, identify potential donors at the major gift level for planned giving, endowment giving, or capital giving investments to UWECI.</li><li>Works closely with the VP, Donor Engagement and Development in developing and implementing major giving strategies and a recognition program for major and endowment donors.</li></ul><h3>Women United Affinity Group</h3>This position will be assigned the Women United affinity group associated with UWECI.&nbsp; Tasks will include:<ul><li>Lead monthly steering committee meetings including creation of the agenda and meeting notes.</li><li>Lead affinity group event planning, organization, and day-of execution. Events include:&nbsp; Women United Luncheon Women United Power of the Purse</li><li>Lead/Co-Lead monthly/bimonthly affinity group event subcommittee(s).</li><li>One-on-one stewardship of individual committee members and affinity group supporters.</li><li>Recruitment of new steering committee members.</li><li>Monitor affinity group campaign designations.</li><li>Leading affinity group fundraising efforts.</li><li>Spread general awareness of UWECI and affinity groups in the community.</li></ul><h2>essential skills</h2>Ability&nbsp;to self-sufficiently&nbsp;develop,&nbsp;implement,&nbsp;and&nbsp;manage a portfolio of major gift donors.&nbsp;Ability to cultivate one-on-one relationships with new and existing individual donors at the major gifts level.Understanding of how to identify and move a donor through the moves-management system to increase giving.Ability to identify an individual donor’s philanthropic goals to connect the donor to UWECI’s community impact.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Experience in individual donor recruitment and stewardship or relationship sales.PreferredExperience in non-profit communities.Relationship Management&nbsp;Grant Writing&nbsp;Working knowledge of CRM software.Position Type: Full Time, ExemptReporting To: Vice President, Donor Engagement &amp; DevelopmentHours: 40/ week minimumSupervisory Position: No# of Direct Reports (if applicable): N/ALevel of Education Required: Bachelor’s DegreeWork Experience: (&nbsp; ) 1-3 years, (X) 3-5 years, (&nbsp; ) 5-7 years, (&nbsp; ) 7+ yearsEducation Requirement: 5+ years of related experience will be accepted in place of required degreePreferred field(s) of study: Non-Profit, Fundraising, Marketing, Business, Public Relations, Communications, Relationship management or related field.&nbsp;This position is primarily office-based, with potential for occasional remote work. To see a full job description for this position, click <a href="https://www.uweci.org/about-us/careers/#1724429581991-4c73e66b-72cd" target="_blank">here</a>.*Please make sure to attach resume/CV when applying.

United Way of East Central Iowa

Individual Engagement Manager/Major Gifts

Purpose of this Position:To act as support staff for the department of Resource Development, the fundraising arm of United Way of Blount County, to coordinate fundraising and campaign events that enhance the mission of United Way of Blount County. Creates and implements organizational communications, ensuring a consistent brand experience while strengthening and enhancing public perception and awareness of United Way of Blount CountyKey Competencies:<ul><li>&nbsp;Models kindness with staff, donors, and volunteers, upholding United Way’s commitment to equity and inclusion</li><li>&nbsp; Understands and consistently practices responsiveness and accountability to all staff, donors, and volunteers</li><li>&nbsp; &nbsp;Communicates clearly and professionally with people from diverse backgrounds</li><li>&nbsp;Supports activities across all departments</li><li>&nbsp;Adapts&nbsp;to changing needs and service delivery systems</li></ul>&nbsp;Key Responsibilities and Specific Duties:<ul><li>Support Resource Development Director in campaign workload</li><li>Manage a campaign division, which includes working with volunteers to secure workplace and corporate donations</li><li>Manage, coordinate, and organize committees and sponsorships for the cornerstone events of UWBC.</li><li>Assist marketing partners to create fundraising campaign materials, including, but not limited to, campaign concepts, brochure, video scripts, print editorials, and promotional products</li><li>&nbsp;Coordinate with the marketing committee and staff to develop a year-round media plan to raise awareness and effectively communicate our message</li><li>Manage brand &amp; content to ensure consistent messaging across all media platforms, including social media and website</li><li>Develop and distribute content for electronic newsletters, feature articles, and press releases</li><li>Strategize on setting short-term and long-term goals for growth of UWBC cornerstone events.</li><li>Coordinate other events that may be added throughout the year. Details may include, but not limited to:<ul><li>Booking venues</li><li>Confirming venue layouts</li><li>Ordering/scheduling food</li><li>Coordinating “Dine Out Days” at local supporting restaurants/businesses</li></ul></li><li>Perform other duties as assigned related to campaign, events, or entire organization</li></ul>Job Requirements:<ul><li>Associate degree and/or three years of relevant work experience</li><li>&nbsp;Prior United Way or nonprofit experience beneficial, but not required</li><li>Experience in event coordination and/or fundraising</li><li>Experience in marketing</li></ul>Knowledge and Skills:<ul><li>Excellent relationship-building skills</li><li>Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines</li><li>Ability to manage multiple tasks</li><li>Strong ability to work effectively with volunteers and community leaders</li><li>Strong team player work ethic</li><li>Self-starter</li><li>Visionary</li><li>Creative thinker</li></ul>Compensation:<ul><li>$22-$23/hour</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li>Employer-paid medical, dental, &amp; vision insurance</li><li>Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance</li><li>403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contribution (eligibility requirements)</li><li>Access to supplemental insurance through Aflac</li><li>Generous paid leave policy</li><li>Summer hours</li><li>Employee Wellness Program</li></ul>How to apply: Please email your resume and cover letter to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:jobs@unitedwayblount.org" target="_blank">jobs@unitedwayblount.org</a> by Noon on Wednesday, January 29, 2025Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally, studies have shown that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role, please apply and allow our team to assess your application.

United Way of Blount County

Events & Marketing Coordinator

UNITED WAY OF SNOHOMISH COUNTY 
 
Job Opportunity: Director of Development &amp; Communications 

 • Position Type: Full Time/Regular/Partial Remote Option – Everett, WA 

 • Hiring Range: $80K-$90K Annual Salary, DOE 

 • Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, ADD &amp; LTD, up to 6% employer contribution to retirement 
savings 403(b) plan, paid leave &amp; 12 holidays, 37.5-hour work week, hybrid and flexible work 
schedule, free parking. 

 • To Apply: Submit a resume and cover letter to <a href="mailto:resumes@uwsc.org" target="_blank">resumes@uwsc.org</a> by January 21st, 2025 for first 
consideration. Position open until filled. 

 • Start Date: Approximately March 17, 2025 
 
Who We Are 
United Way of Snohomish County’s mission is to improve lives for families in Snohomish County by 
bringing people, resources, and strategy together. We envision a world where families in Snohomish 
County live to their fullest potential for generations to come regardless of race, place, and ability. 
 
We have been a part of the Snohomish County community for almost 85 years and continue to be 
invested in the well-being of the people around us. The rapid changes in our region have required that 
we adapt our strategies to meet emerging needs, especially in the areas of Youth Opportunity, Financial 
Stability, Healthy Community and Community Resiliency. We are partnering in new ways and 
supporting innovative programs to address these disparities in our region. Join Us! 
 
Candidate Description 
We are searching for our next Director of Development and Communications to build on the legacy of 
strong corporate partnership while strengthening efforts to attract individual and foundational support. 
This position leads the organization’s fundraising, external communications, and marketing initiatives. 
The preferred candidate is a dynamic individual who will work collaboratively with staff and volunteers 
to diversifying our revenue portfolio. This position will serve as a presence in the community promoting 
our mission and bringing together corporations, individuals, foundations, and government partners to 
support long-term solutions so that families can live to their fullest potential regardless of race, place, 
and ability. 
 
UWSC’s next Director of Development and Communications must be a proven and successful fundraiser 
with the presence and confidence to close five-figure gifts. We are looking for an individual whose 
passion and understanding of our mission will inspire, engage, and educate current and prospective 
donors to make significant and meaningful financial contributions. The ideal candidate will possess a 
strategic mindset and an entrepreneurial spirit. They will work with key staff, board, and volunteer 
partners to create and implement a dynamic resource development model to sustain and grow UWSC’s 
revenue. 
 

<a href="mailto:resumes@uwsc.org" target="_blank">mailto:resumes@uwsc.org</a>

The Director of Development and Communications will be willing to learn about, or will have experience 
in, equitable fundraising practices and will be able to create and implement strategies that are grounded 
in racial and social justice. The Director must be willing to communicate our values of equity and 
integrity while navigating complex relationships with donors, funders, and community leadership. 
 
The Director will also develop communications and marketing strategies for the organization to help 
further our mission and vision, including developing strategies around social media, newsletters and 
community outreach. The success of the director will depend in large part on their ability to 
communicate and collaborate internally and externally. 
 
We welcome candidates who: 

 • Demonstrate the skills, abilities, and experience needed for this role regardless of education and 
compensation history. 

 • Are inspired by our values of integrity, collaboration, innovation, equity, and outcome oriented. 

 • Are willing to grow in personal and professional learnings of social and racial justice. 

 • Demonstrate a commitment to improving outcomes for young children and their families with 
low-income. 

 
Key Responsibilities 
Resource Development (70%) 
 

 • Oversee the design and implementation of resource development strategies, including donor 
outreach and events, corporate giving, grant opportunities and corporate/program sponsorship 
opportunities. 

 • Manage and oversee annual campaign efforts including GiveBig, Year-End, and workplace giving 
campaigns, ensuring timely communication and meeting campaign needs of external partners. 

 • Work with the Director of Finance to develop and monitor revenue streams to better 
understand and communicate cash flow. Additionally, work together to set financial milestones 
that establish achievements for celebration and opportunities for course correction. 

 • Maintain a portfolio of top corporate, foundation, and major donors and prospects; develop and 
implement strategies for engagement in UWSC activities and increased giving. 

 • Provide the Executive Director and UWSC board of directors with regular updates on data 
relevant to tracking fundraising progress and planning. 

 • Steward the UWSC board of directors’ giving to UWSC and support the board’s understanding of 
fundraising efforts. 

 • Represent UWSC in the community on boards, panels and commissions and events that support 
UWSC’s community and fundraising goals. 

 • Stay informed and up to date on community, state and national issues that have a bearing on 
the work of UWSC. 

 • Develop a thorough knowledge of the United Way nationally and build positive relationships 
across the United Way system. 

 • Create and monitor the resource development budget; work with the Executive Director and 
Finance Director in creating the organization’s overall budget by providing accurate information 
and the best forecasts possible. Create accurate projections to report regular progress to the 
leadership team and board of directors. 

 
Marketing and Communications (30%) 


 • Set the overall strategic direction for marketing and communications activities, including 
branding, public relations, crisis communications, advertising, email newsletters, and print and 
electronic materials development. 

 • Oversee the development of a comprehensive, year-round marketing plan that supports the 
engagement strategy. 

 • Ensure that communications are capable of achieving desired response by recipients while 
telling stories that are respectful and empathetic of individuals experiencing hardship. 

 • Drive digital innovation by overseeing and creating content for social media strategies and 
tactics, the UWSC website, annual report, collateral videos, etc. 

 • Identify key target audiences and develop messaging plans to engage each of these audiences to 
reach desired actions. 

 • Oversee and consult on messaging in all written and verbal communications for the 
organization; write and edit content, as needed. 

 • Act as United Way’s media contact. 

 • Represent United Way in the community at public events, and on boards and committees, as 
needed. 
 

Preferred Qualifications 
 

 • 5+ years related experience and progressive leadership with a proven history of high level, high 
return fundraising or business development results based on building strong, lasting 
relationships with donors/customers, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

 • Experience with securing foundation and/or government grants. 

 • Experience with Little Green Light or other similar CRM programs. 

 • Experience with Adobe products, including InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator, as well as 
experience with online platform Canva. 

 • Experience with Drupal or similar web-based programs a plus. 

 • Knowledge of and experience working in Snohomish County a plus. 

 • History of working effectively with all people across a wide range of economic status, ability, 
race, gender, educational level, or sexual orientation; can speak passionately to the importance 
of equity as a key factor for improving lives through our mission. 

 • Exceptional planning and execution skills with a results-oriented record of achievement; the 
ability to set goals, meet deadlines and evaluate results. 

 • Strong collaborator within and outside of an organization. Collaborative cross-sector experience 
and a demonstrated competence in public, private and philanthropic partnerships. Open 
minded, entrepreneurial, and willing to learn from others. 

 • Excellent written and oral communication and networking skills with the ability to engage, 
inspire and educate in personal meetings, group settings and in the written form. 

 • Brings humility and a deep commitment to philanthropy and empathy for those who struggle to 
maintain self-sufficiency, personal well-being, and hope. 

 • General marketing and communications acumen: Takes a strategic, long-range view. Sees the 
big picture and identifies the wants and needs of United Way’s diverse partners (donors, 
volunteers, advocates, community partners, news media and others). 

 • Utilizes integrated storytelling techniques to tell stories, shares keys messages, and engages and 
influences key partners in a compelling and influential way. 


 • Project management: Ability to brand and promote United Way by framing and packaging 
mission-focused, community-building strategies as products that current and new supporters 
and donors are eager to buy. 

 • Create accessible brand experience: Ability to bring the United Way brands to life so that 
everyone who interacts with United Way experiences the power of our mission. Attentive and 
responsive to the needs of external and internal customers. Focus on building sustainable 
relationships with donors through a brand experience designed to create positive sentiment and 
behavior change, and to increase brand commitment. 

 • Effective and engaging communicator: Passionately articulate the United Way message in a way 
that inspires others to act in service to the organization and the community. Through our unique 
brand strategy, oversees a comprehensive, multi-faceted marketing plan that supports the 
organization’s strategy and objectives; builds relationships with key audiences, and works to 
position United Way as the leader in the community impact. 

 
 
Other Requirements 

 • Current, valid driver’s license; use of private vehicle and valid automobile insurance 

 • Offer of employment is contingent upon meeting a criminal history check review standard. 

 
Benefits 
 
We offer a comprehensive benefit package: medical, dental, vision, life, ADD &amp; LTD, a 403(b) plan with 
both base and employer matching contributions, leave and holiday pay, 37.5-hour work week, flexible 
work schedule, free parking and more. If you live in Snohomish County, no need to drive in traffic to 
Seattle or Bellevue. If you live in north King County enjoy a reverse commute. We are located one block 
from Everett Transit &amp; Train Station. 
 
Physical Demands and Work Environment 
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will: 

 • Engage in ongoing communication in-person as well as through electronic means. 

 • Regularly use computer laptop, tablet, keyboard, screens, webcam, desk phone and 
photocopier. 

 • Frequently sit and/or move throughout the office. 

 • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

 • Work in a business setting of cubicles and offices. 

 • Work full time (37.5 hrs./wk.), some weekends and evenings as needed.

United Way of Snohomish County

Director Of Development & Communications

Chief Development Officer Job DescriptionUnited Way of Weld County&nbsp;ORGANIZATION OVERVIEWUnited Way of Weld County builds powerful partnerships to bring about lasting community-wide change. With the support of United Way donors, volunteers and partners, together we are building a better Weld County, one where every household has the opportunity to succeed.OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBLITIESThis executive position, reporting to the President &amp; CEO, is responsible for providing leadership and strategic vision for all aspects of fundraising, donor engagement, and business development for United Way of Weld County. The Chief Development Officer successfully establishes, deepens and grows major individual, business, and corporate relationships. They employ new and innovative engagement approaches, including corporate social responsibility and leadership giving strategies to reach new markets and donors. They are responsible for implementing annual plans and making course corrections when required to meet annual fundraising goals.&nbsp;KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSSupervisor Duties<ul><li>Supervision of the entire Development team including fundraising managers and a data specialist.&nbsp;</li><li>Develop, lead, mentor and provide supervision for Development staff maximizing and empowering the team to develop and implement growth objectives and strategies. Enable the team to meet the ongoing needs of broadening and diversifying philanthropic support. Create effective development plans for staff to enable them to grow in skills and abilities as the organization grows into its multi-year vision.</li><li>Perform general supervisor tasks such as leading regular team check-ins, approving timesheets, reviewing purchases and mileage, etc.&nbsp;</li></ul>Development Overall&nbsp;<ul><li>Support the CEO and other staff in furthering United Way of Weld County’s development, community impact and nonprofit excellence objectives. Serve as a member of the staff executive team.</li><li>Design and implement a strategic and comprehensive fundraising system to achieve annual revenue goals through major gifts, planned giving, corporate relationships, individual giving, and special events.</li><li>Develop, refine and implement strategies for individual, leadership and planned giving; solicit major gifts from a portfolio of current and prospective donors, both individual and business.</li><li>Develop, refine and implement corporate engagement strategy that establishes partnerships with new businesses and markets across Weld County and furthers those already established.</li><li>Analyze results and effectiveness of the development plan, utilizing a Customer Relationship Manage magnet (CRM) System as part of a results-driven strategy.&nbsp;</li><li>Provide a high level of support and open communication to the Board of Directors on development-related activities in ways that inspire them to action and strengthen their commitment.&nbsp;</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with the community by promoting executive participation in major community groups and boards such as the Chamber, Rotary and other organizations elevating the visibility of United Way of Weld County.</li><li>Develop and sustain positive relationships with the systems and departments internally to ensure that the organization is aligned with the overall strategic plan and that the internal departments are integrated to support the successful achievement of the philanthropic plan.</li></ul>United Way of Weld County General&nbsp;<ul><li>Support and promote the mission, values, goals and objectives of United Way, including representing United Way in professional organizations and the community (as assigned).</li><li>Support fundraising efforts of United Way and activities that support United Way.</li><li>Support United Way annual events, disaster response, and other activities as assigned.</li><li>Participate in staff meetings and in service opportunities.</li><li>Contribute to organizational promotions including writing promotional copy, proofreading informational and campaign materials, participation in outreach, etc.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>UNITED WAY WORLDWIDE CORE COMPETENCIES FOR ALL STAFF<ul><li>Mission-Focused: Catalyze others’ commitment to mission to create real social change that leads to better lives and healthier communities. This drives their performance and professional motivations.</li><li>Relationship-Oriented: Understands that people come before process and is astute in cultivating and managing relationships toward a common goal.</li><li>Collaborator: Understands the roles and contributions of all sectors of the community and can mobilize resources (financial and human) through meaningful engagement.</li><li>Results-Driven: Dedicated to shared and measurable goals for the common good; creating, resourcing, scaling, and leveraging strategies and innovations for broad investment and impact.</li><li>Brand Steward: Steward of the brand and understands his/her role in growing and protecting the reputation and results of the greater network.</li></ul>ESSENTIAL SKILLS<ul><li>Proven ability to engage and inspire individual donors and corporate leaders.&nbsp;</li><li>Strategic, visionary thinker.&nbsp;</li><li>Organizational skills, detail-oriented, attention to deadlines.&nbsp;</li><li>Self-motivated; proven excellent performance standards and quality of work.&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to work independently and as a team player.</li><li>Self-motivated; proven excellent performance standards and quality of work.&nbsp;</li><li>Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred.</li></ul>EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or higher.&nbsp;</li><li>Minimum of 10 years of fundraising experience in a corporate or nonprofit organization, at least 3 of which were at an organization with at least $5 million in revenue.</li><li>At least 7 years of management experience, with at least 5 years at the senior leadership level managing teams. Proven ability to recruit, lead and manage development staff.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience in serving as a spokesperson for an organization; above average written and verbal communication skills.&nbsp;</li></ul>POSITION INFORMATION<ul><li>Full-time (40 hours), salaried, exempt</li><li>Salary Range (C1): $101,528 - $126,238 per year<ul><li>Plus $1,500 year Spanish speaking differential, if applicable</li></ul></li><li>Supervisory duties: 3 direct reports</li><li>Reports to: President &amp; CEO</li><li>Eligible for remote work: hybrid after 90 days of employment with supervisors’ approval. It is not expected that this role will maintain a set remote schedule, as the needs of donors do not typically fall within a usual schedule. Ability to work remote will likely change on a week-to-week basis, depending on the needs of donors and other partners.&nbsp;</li><li>Background and credit check required</li></ul>BENEFITS<ul><li>Insurance options include voluntary medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance, as well as automatic life insurance, and an available FSA plan.&nbsp;</li><li>The leave plan includes vacation, sick, parental leave, short-term disability, and at least 14 paid holidays.</li><li>The retirement plan is open to all employees after one year, and the employer contribution is determined by the Board of Directors.&nbsp;</li></ul>EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT STATEMENTUnited Way of Weld County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and conducts its recruitment and hiring based solely upon job-related qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONSPlease apply on United Way of Weld County’s website at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.unitedway-weld.org/careers" target="_blank">https://www.unitedway-weld.org/careers</a>.&nbsp;Applications should include a resume and cover letter. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. All questions should be directed to Melanie Woolman, President &amp; CEO. No phone calls please.&nbsp;

United Way of Weld County

Chief Development Officer

Title: 
Department: 
Report To: 
Date Created: 

Major Gifts Officer ($65,000-$75,000) 
Resource Development 
Senior Major Gifts Officer 

2024 

 
UNITED WAY OF SOUTH HAMPTON ROADS 

Major Gifts Officer 
 

Why Work for United Way 
Do you want to leave work every day knowing that you made an impact? At United Way of South 
Hampton Roads (UWSHR), you'll work in a fun and supportive environment where every day is a new 
opportunity to make a difference. If you talk to our employees, the single trait we all have in common is 
passion. We work hard because we love what we do and we know how much our community needs us. 
You'll learn from some of the best in the business and be constantly challenged in an ever-changing 
industry. Plus, we offer excellent benefits and opportunities for advancement. If you want to be great 
while doing good, join the United Way team. 

If you are motivated, hard-working and passionate, United Way may be the perfect place for you. 
Successful candidates will have experience creating and fostering connections to aligns the interests of 
donors with the needs of our community. You must be able to communicate effectively with your team, 
manage details with ease, and provide excellent internal and external customer service. 

 
Objectives &amp; Expectations 
Reporting to the Senior Major Gifts Officer, the Major Gifts Officer (MGO) will manage a portfolio of high 
level current and prospective donors and will be expected to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and 
steward these individuals and corporations. The MGO is expected to spend time in the field meeting 
and interfacing with key constituents and prospects in order to identify capacity with a goal of increasing 
the number of new donors and elevating current donors to greater gift levels. This successful candidate 
needs to be a forward thinking, experienced fundraising professional who can be a highly collaborative 
member of the Resource Development team and close partner to our outstanding volunteers and 
executive leadership teams. 

 
Core Job Responsibilities 

 Work closely with the Senior Major Gifts Officer to determine key metrics, accountability and 
reporting mechanisms aligned with performance, and set goals toward growth 

 Successfully manage a portfolio of high-level donors 
 Develop a specific strategy to continually identify, cultivate and solicit prospects capable of 

making major gifts to the organization 
 Assist the CEO, CDO, and Senior Major Gifts Officer in strategic relationship building 
 Ensure all donors receive appropriate, prompt acknowledgement and updates on their giving 
 Support and attend United Way events 
 Recruit and manage volunteer leaders 

Network and actively promote United Way at community events 
Other duties as assigned 


 
Key Metrics 

Complete 16 face-to-face meetings and 60 meaningful interactions per month 
Manage portfolio of 80+ donors 
Increase portfolio donor giving by 10% 

 
Key Skills Requirements 

Bachelor's Degree 
 (+) years of fundraising experience 
 Ability to handle complex situations with tact and poise, appropriately representing the UWSHR brand 
 Successful experience in developing cultivation and solicitation strategies for a portfolio of donors and 

prospects 
 Demonstrated initiative and commitment to achieving and exceeding results 
 Ability to plan and implement long- and short-range development initiatives to meet established 

priorities 
 Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals 

and constituencies 
 Strong interpersonal skills, as well as problem-solving, research, analytical, organizational, and 

verbal/written communication skills 
 Ability to understand the needs and interests of leadership and major gift donors 
 Working knowledge of CRM database software; Microsoft Office skills are required 
 Must be willing to travel and must have a driver's license; weekend and evening work will be required 

Working Environment: 

Typical office environment with some time spent in outside meetings. Nights and weekends may be required 
for special events or meetings. 

 
Physical Requirements: 

 This job may require exerting up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force 
constantly to move objects 

 Worker must frequently talk, hear and use typical office equipment 
 Walking, standing or sitting for extended periods of time 

Ability to provide personal transportation 
Ability to operate a computer for extended periods 

 
United Way of South Hampton Roads is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In order to provide equal employment and 
advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at UWSHR will be based on merit, qualifications, and 
abilities. UWSHR does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, 
national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or genetics. Please Note: Requirements, 
skills, and abilities described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform 
the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. In no instance, however, should the 
duties, responsibilities, and requirements be interpreted as all-inclusive. 


<ul>	<li>Objectives &amp; Expectations</li>
	<li>Core Job Responsibilities</li>
	<li>Key Metrics</li>
	<li>Key Skills Requirements</li>
	<li>Working Environment:</li>
	<li>Physical Requirements:</li>
</ul>

Major Gifts Officer

United Way of Brevard, Florida (UWB) was established in 1957 by a group of concerned individuals who wanted to help those who were in need. Our work focuses on the building blocks of a good life – Education, Income and Health. Our community wins when kids succeed in school, adults can secure a good job, manage their finances, and provide a healthy environment for their families.&nbsp;Together, the contributions of thousands of individual donors become a force for change in the&nbsp;community.
POSITION SUMMARY AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 
The Manager, Resource Development will effectively manage a portfolio of campaign accounts for the annual workplace campaign and other resource development activities.
<ul><li>Responsible for year round relationship maintenance, growth, and new relationship development with targeted campaign accounts.&nbsp; May achieve this goal through such activities as meeting with select accounts, attending specific meetings, and providing a variety of print/verbal information regarding United Way activities and its impact on the community.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Identify and build relationships with new prospective donors, including companies capable of running workplace campaigns and/or making corporate gifts, as well as individual donors.</li>
<li>Assist in the qualification and cultivation of major donors capable of giving at a leadership level, helping to increase membership in United Way of Brevard’s giving circles, including the Tocqueville Society ($10,000+ annual giving).</li>
<li>Assist the Director, Resource Development in resolving problems associated with fund raising objectives and monitoring goal progress.</li>
<li>Prepare, analyze, research and review campaign data and reports as required or requested.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Assist employers with the development and implementation of their internal United Way Campaign including but not limited to the facilitation of training for employer contacts, group meetings and agency tours.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Respond to requests for materials and information from employers and perform a variety of clerical duties associated with campaign activities including maintenance of account files.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Participate in pre-campaign recruitment, training and management activities for volunteers and account executives.</li>
<li>Ancillary duties include a variety of responsibilities including collaborating with the Communications Department on the development of campaign materials; assisting in various functions with policy and procedure development; staffing special events as needed; and attending various networking functions to support departmental objectives.</li>
<li>Perform other related duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>Mental Demands
<ul><li>Read and interpret documents or instruments.</li>
<li>Perform highly detailed work.</li>
<li>Assist or guide problem solving.</li>
<li>Perform mathematical functions.</li>
<li>Conduct meetings and presentations.</li>
<li>Prepare written communication.</li>
<li>Perform highly specialized analytical reasoning.</li>
<li>Withstand stress.</li>
<li>Handle multiple, concurrent tasks and constant interruptions.</li>
</ul>Environment and Physical Activity
<ul><li>The environment for this position is an open office that is clean and comfortable and includes driving the employee’s own vehicle approximately 40% of the time. Reliable transportation is required.</li>
<li>Evening and weekend work is required.&nbsp;</li>
<li>The position is in a non-confined office-type setting in which the employee is free to move about and may include some minor annoyances such as noise, odors, drafts, etc.</li>
<li>The employee spends time writing, typing, speaking, listening, lifting (up to 50 pounds), carrying, seeing (such as close, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and adjusted focus), sitting, pulling, walking, standing, squatting, kneeling and reaching.</li>
<li>May operate any or all of the following: telephone, cellular telephone, copy, fax machines, calculator, personal computer, related printers and related office equipment.</li>
</ul>JOB REQUIREMENTS
These specifications are general guidelines based on the minimum experience normally considered essential to the satisfactory performance of this position.&nbsp; The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to perform the position in a satisfactory manner.&nbsp; Individual abilities may result in some deviation from these guidelines.
Education and Experience
<ul><li>Bachelor degree Preferred and two (2) or more years of related experience or the equivalent combination may be acceptable.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Previous fundraising, communications or sales experience required.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Understanding of and some experience with statistical reporting, collection, analysis and reporting.</li>
<li>Ability to extract simple database information and make recommendations based upon statistical analysis.</li>
</ul>Skills/Abilities 
<ul><li>Excellent organization and time management skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision while performing duties.</li>
<li>Proficient skills in personal computer operation, including word-processing, spreadsheet and data management software programs.</li>
<li>Solid oral, written and interpersonal communication skills required.</li>
<li>Strong public speaking skills required.</li>
<li>Current Florida driver’s license and a vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage if required to drive in the course of performing assigned duties and responsibilities.</li>
<li>Must be able to perform this position safely, without endangering the health or safety to himself or herself or others.</li>
</ul>Personal characteristics and skills 
<ul><li>Possess an adequate level of broad business and leadership skills.</li>
<li>Effective at generating resources and financial support for the organization.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Dedicated to shared and measurable goals for the common good – creating, resourcing, scaling and leveraging strategies for broad investment and impact.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Able to build trust in United Way and its relevance in the community.</li>
<li>Values the network and strives to leverage United Way’s breadth of community presence, relationships, and strategy.</li>
<li>Understand community trends and human service issues.</li>
<li>Excels in leadership, teambuilding, effective utilization of volunteer resources, management skills, and communication skills.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Ability to build relationships with different types of people, including clients, organization members, and providers.</li>
</ul>United Way of Brevard is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a competitive salary, a learning environment, and employee benefits to include health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, and a retirement plan. Please submit your resume and cover letter to <a href="mailto:hr@uwbrevard.org" target="_blank">hr@uwbrevard.org</a>.
UNITED WAY CORE COMPETENCIES FOR ALL STAFF
<ul><li>Mission-Focused: Catalyze others’ commitment to mission to create real social change that leads to better lives and healthier communities.&nbsp; This drives their performance and professional motivations.</li>
<li>Relationship-Oriented: Understands that people come before process and is astute in cultivating and managing relationships toward a common goal.</li>
<li>Collaborator: understands the roles and contributions of all sectors of the community and can mobilize resources (financial and human) through meaningful engagement.</li>
<li>Results-Driven: Dedicated to shared and measurable goals for the common good; creating, resourcing, scaling, and leveraging strategies and innovations for broad investment and impact.</li>
<li>Brand Steward: Steward of the brand and understands his/her role in growing and protecting the reputation and results of the greater network.</li>
</ul>ABOUT BREVARD COUNTY FLORIDA
Brevard County, Florida, also known as Florida’s Space Coast, is a groundbreaking region along the east coast of the Sunshine State. Home to the world-famous launch pads of Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Brevard County’s rich history is built upon generations of high-tech talent, yet boasts a small-town community feel where members can truly make a difference. &nbsp;With an abundance of amenities for the right work-life balance, Florida’s Space Coast offers a unique lifestyle with tropical weather, cultural activities, educational opportunities, year-round outdoor recreation, and a family-friendly atmosphere. Even the world's most significant vacation playground is just a short ride, which means you can get annual passes for endless access to the thrills and off-season crowds at Orlando theme parks and attractions, all while enjoying the relaxed oceanside community that has sent man to the moon, and continues to launch advances for humankind. You can learn more about the endless lifestyle options found here, at <a href="http://www.LiveBigSpaceCoast.com" target="_blank">www.LiveBigSpaceCoast.com</a>.

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