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United Way of Southwest Georgia is a trusted cornerstone of the community—a nonprofit organization with a deep legacy of service and impact. For years, the organization has been a driving force behind transformative programs that strengthen lives and communities across four critical focus areas:<ul><li>Education – Helping children and youth build strong foundations for lifelong success</li><li>Financial Stability – Empowering individuals and families to achieve economic independence</li><li>Health – Advancing wellness, safety, and access to care for all</li><li>Basic Needs – Providing essential resources such as food, shelter, clothing, and disaster relief</li></ul>With a proud footprint spanning ten counties—Baker, Calhoun, Dougherty, Early, Lee, Mitchell, Randolph, Sumter, Terrell, and Worth—our reach is both broad and deeply rooted.We are seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer who embodies servant leadership and brings a heartfelt commitment to community service. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic, purpose-driven leader ready to champion our mission and elevate our impact across the region.Position Summary:The PRESIDENT/CEO has the day-to-day responsibility of managing all operational aspects of the program. The PRESIDENT/CEO implements the policy directives emanating from the Board of Directors and assumes the overall leadership role in guiding all administrative, fiscal, financial, and community-oriented program activities as delineated by the standards adopted by the State of Georgia, Federal Accounting Policies, and The United Way Worldwide.&nbsp;General Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:<ol><li>Program Planning, Development, and Evaluation- It is the President/CEO's responsibility to plan and develop programs as funded by the funding agencies and approved by the Board of Directors.&nbsp;Oversee the annual campaign efforts;&nbsp; Implements creative strategies to increase, strengthen, and diversify funding sources;&nbsp; Oversee the administration of the Community Impact process;&nbsp; Oversee the administration of other United Way of Southwest Georgia services;&nbsp; Work closely with appropriate public and private funding sources;&nbsp; Preparation and administration of grants and contracts for initial or continued funding for approval by the Board;</li><li>Fundraising and Fiscal Management- The PRESIDENT/CEO shall assist, advise, and act for the Board of Directors in the following: Oversees/supervises all bookkeeping, accounting, and financial activities. Prepare and provide a periodic financial statement for the board, and compare prior quarter vs. current quarter financial statements.&nbsp; Develop an annual budget for review and approval by the Board; ensure that expenditures are within the budgeted amounts; and prepare budget revisions as needed through the year. Drive sustainable revenue growth through diversified funding sources, including grants, individual donors, corporate sponsorships, and government contracts. </li><li>Environment/Culture- The PRESIDENT/CEO is responsible for ensuring the following environmental standards are met:&nbsp;Establishment of an environment/culture that enhances the positive image of the United Way and the agencies it serves.&nbsp;Equipping and maintaining an environment/culture that ensures the health and safety of the staff, visitors, and volunteers. </li><li>Personnel Management, Board Governance, and Committee Development – The PRESIDENT/CEO is authorized to execute all personnel actions subject to the Personnel Policies and Procedures (Personnel Manual), and to report such actions as necessary to the Board. The PRESIDENT/CEO is responsible for:&nbsp;Recruiting, hiring, staffing, and supervising department heads and other personnel not under the supervision of department heads; Working closely with the Executive Committee and Board of Directors to recruit, train, and maintain a strong, balanced Board of Directors, and Community Impact Committee Volunteers; Serves as the primary staff person for the Board of Directors and the Executive, Finance, and nominating committees as well as overseeing the staffing of all other committees, and assisting the Governance Committee with annual review and update of the organization's By-Laws.</li><li>Other duties as assignedThe President/CEO shall perform other duties as prescribed by the United Way Board of Directors.</li></ol>Note: This job posting is an excerpt of the full job description.&nbsp;For a complete understanding of responsibilities, qualifications, and other details, contact Nicole Harrison, Director of Network People Services at <a href="mailto:Nicole.harrison@uwww.unitedway.org" target="_blank">Nicole.harrison@uwww.unitedway.org</a>.Qualifications:The ideal President/CEO shall embody the following qualities and qualifications:<ul><li>Five years of prior experience as a CEO, Executive Director, or in a related leadership position at a nonprofit, foundation, government, or comparable industry.</li><li>Exemplify the values of the United Way of Southwest Georgia; and have a passion for the mission, the community, and the agencies it serves; </li><li>Excellent organizational development, interpersonal, marketing, communication, administration, and personnel management skills;</li><li>Understanding of not-for-profits and experience working with and developing boards of directors and volunteers;</li><li>An affinity and sensitivity for working with a culturally and politically diverse community;</li><li>Experience managing a complex budget;</li><li>Proven success at fund development, including knowledge of and success in attracting foundation and corporate grants; ability to identify, steward, and solicit individual donors;</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and oral; strong presentation skills;</li><li>Effective and comprehensive computer skills with familiarity with AI and data systems relevant to nonprofits (e.g., Salesforce, predictive analytics, and automated reporting);</li><li>The ability to foster a healthy organizational culture, to encourage teamwork and collaboration; strong interpersonal skills that include the ability to inspire and motivate; effective in conflict management;</li></ul>Work Environment &amp; Schedule:<ul><li>Hybrid role with a flexible schedule</li><li>Occasional evening/weekend engagements and regional travel required</li></ul>Compensation &amp; Benefits:Salary Range: This is a full-time, exempt position. The annual salary range is $95,000 to $115,000, commensurate with experience. A comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; Paid holidays and time off; Long-term disability; and retirement plan with company match. In addition, relocation expenses are available for this opportunity.Application Process:&nbsp;To apply, please submit a resume, salary requirements, and a cover letter. Your cover letter should address the following three questions:&nbsp;<ol><li>What attracts you to live and work in Albany, Georgia? </li><li>Please provide a brief description of your experience and achievements in grant management and development. </li><li>What unique skills and experiences can you bring to United Way of Southwest Georgia that would allow you to immediately engage with donors and the local community?</li></ol>Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. For priority consideration, please submit your materials by May 23, 2025.

Chief Executive Officer - United Way of Southwest Georgia

The Assistant Director of Cole Society reports to the Sr. Director of Cole Society and Membership Giving. The Membership Giving team plays a key role in the Office of Development through planning and execution of individual engagement strategies and opportunities, inside and outside of the workplace.Following internal policies and best practices relating to portfolio management and fundraising, the ADCS will work collaboratively with multiple Development teams, and other UWGA staff, to build and manage a fluid portfolio of up to 150+ individuals currently giving at the Cole Society level of $1,000+. The ADCS has primary responsibility for retention and growth of current Cole Society donors and acquisition of previous topline donors through development of a comprehensive strategy to grow donors within their portfolio.The ADCS will work closely with the Major Gifts, Corporate Relations, and Donor Communities and Connections teams, as well as colleagues across departments, volunteers, boards, community leaders and a variety of others, and must be collaborative, professional, innovative, responsible and more while maintaining a strong work ethic and attention to detail. It is also essential that the ADCS be well versed in both the art and science of individual fundraising and have significant experience with donor retention and acquisition, closing gifts, collaborating with others to close gifts, and managing individual portfolios. The ADCS will spend approximately 80% of their time each month on personal visits with prospects and will report approximately 10-15 substantive visits per month.<h2>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</h2>The ADCS will be responsible for the following goals, duties, and responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop, implement, and manage a productive, fluid portfolio of 150+ prospects through best practices.</li><li>Secure no fewer than 10-15 substantive contacts per month.</li><li>Make all contacts necessary via phone, email, other, to achieve the above-mentioned results.</li><li>Document all data necessary to track said goals through the timely submission of activity within the UWGA CRM, as required by internal policies.</li><li>Exceed all yearly revenue and metric-driven goals as set by Office of Development Leadership.</li><li>Promote collaboration, recognizing our shared goals, and regularly collaborate with colleagues within the Office of Development and other departments as needed.</li><li>Ensure the proper stewardship of individuals. Increase awareness and knowledge among prospects, donors and other key stakeholders about United Way of Greater Atlanta’s mission.</li><li>Develop a solid and detailed working knowledge of United Way’s funding priorities and products.</li><li>Other duties as assigned by the Sr. Director of Cole Society and Membership Giving</li></ul><h2>Qualifications and Competencies</h2>Qualifications<ul><li>Undergraduate degree required.</li><li>3-5 years fundraising experience to include the demonstrated ability to identify, cultivate and close gifts.</li><li>Advanced interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.</li><li>Organization skills for a fast-paced work environment.</li><li>Microsoft Office knowledge including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.</li><li>Experience with CRM/database management.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills and mature judgment. Ability to act with discretion in all matters.</li></ul>Competencies<ul><li>Ability to meet key metrics tied to increasing the UWGA donor base, upgrading the average size of donation, and increasing donor retention.</li><li>Advanced fundraising skills and knowledge.</li><li>Exceptional skills managing individual donor portfolios and developing prospects from identification through solicitation while moving them towards increased giving.</li><li>Ability to think strategically and implement strategic policies and practices.</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively to achieve common goals, fostering cooperation, transparency, and communication.</li><li>Advanced understanding of moving prospects through the development cycle.</li><li>Openness to new ideas and their implementation. Ability to react and adapt to changing situations appropriately.</li><li>Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and organization.</li><li>Entrepreneurial and highly energetic. Must be a self-starter and able to work effectively independent of direct supervision.</li><li>Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamic CRM, Raiser’s Edge, or a similar CRM software</li><li>Highly attentive to detail and exceptional grammar required.</li><li>Dedicated to shared and measurable goals and metrics.</li><li>Ability and willingness to travel and work after hours as required to meet the needs of the job to include event attendance and volunteer participation.</li><li>Ability to work independently as well as with a team.</li></ul>

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