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United Way of Greater Charlotte is boldly investing in what if. When Charlotte ranked last in the nation for economic mobility, United Way challenged ourselves and others to say what if every neighborhood has the resources it needs to break the cycle of poverty? And what if every person has equal access to opportunities? In response, United Way is going directly to where the needs are the greatest and is bringing new voices to the table to promote racial equity and ensure every neighborhood thrives. We believe that by challenging the what ifs and by moving together in hope, we can build thriving communities.Job Summary:The Chief Development Officer leads our external resource mobilization efforts to drive community impact throughout the United Way of Greater Charlotte's footprint, directly supporting our mission to end poverty and improve economic mobility. This key leadership position manages all aspects of our philanthropic initiatives by securing financial and in-kind resources through strategic partnerships with corporations, foundations, and individual donors. The role oversees comprehensive fundraising strategies including major gifts, annual giving, corporate, foundation and government relations, grants, third party fundraisers (including but not limited to workplace giving) planned giving, and development services. As a vital member of the Executive team, this individual will collaborate closely with internal leadership and external stakeholders to ensure organizational alignment through well-defined strategies and efficient processes. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with exceptional organizational skills who can successfully manage multiple concurrent projects. This position requires a proven leader with demonstrated ability to build strong collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholders, a track record of measurable results, and genuine passion for advancing initiatives that create lasting community impact.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising business plan to generate new revenue aligned with community impact priorities across individual, foundation, corporate support, third party fundraisers, and planned giving channels.</li><li>Partner: Partner with CEO &amp; Board of Directors to identify, cultivate and develop financial resources and volunteer leadership needed to advance all aspects of fundraising strategy.</li><li>Lead as the primary relationship manager for Resource Development and serve as a visible community leader, representing United Way of Greater Charlotte at events and strategic initiatives.</li><li>Collaborate with Resource Development leadership to set team and corporate goals supporting UWGC's vision, while working with foundations and community groups to secure large-scale investments across the 5-county region.</li><li>Build and develop a strong Resource Development team and culture, identifying future leaders and encouraging professional growth within the department.</li><li>Provide ongoing leadership to the Resource Development team, ensuring they have the skills, tools, resources, and training needed to achieve fundraising success.</li><li>Develop, monitor and manage Resource Development departmental expense budgets and revenue goals, implementing data-driven analysis for effective projections.</li><li>Establish strong relationships with key donors, volunteers, community leaders, and agencies while participating in cross-functional teams and important regional meetings.</li><li>Represent UWGC in the community as needed (including evenings and weekends), attending major conventions and speaking engagements to advance fundraising initiatives.</li></ul>What You'll Need: Education, Experience, and Skills<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in social work, human services, business, or impact-related discipline; advanced degree beneficial. Certified Professional Fundraising Executive accreditation is beneficial.</li><li>Minimum ten years of development experience with emphasis on Major Gifts, Planned Giving, and Capital Campaigns, plus five years of executive-level management experience.</li><li>Proven record of raising significant funds, with demonstrated success in engaging leadership volunteers and presenting information persuasively to executive teams and boards.</li><li>Strong project management skills with ability to effectively plan, execute, and oversee multiple initiatives while maintaining attention to detail.</li><li>Strategic thinker with business analytics capabilities who identifies innovative ways to connect constituents for maximum community impact.</li><li>Passionate advocate for United Way of Greater Charlotte's mission, experience working with and managing volunteers, beneficial.</li><li>Excellent organizational and time management skills, demonstrating adaptability to change and strong independent problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with exceptional written and verbal communication skills for both internal and external stakeholders.</li></ul> &nbsp;Workplace values<ul><li>Take action and go! Be bold and not afraid of a little competition or thinking outside the box even when opportunities seem unimaginable. Create a new path one-step at a time, you got this!</li><li>Openly collaborate in the pursuit of truth and doing what is right. Welcome tough conversations don't make assumptions, and rely on others, together we are stronger!</li><li>Sometimes things just need a shake-up. Whether internally or out in the community, we aren't afraid to be disruptive. Understanding that we may leave a few feathers ruffled along the way, if it is the right thing to do and benefits our community, we will take the chance!</li><li>Inaction is the enemy of innovation. We are a perpetual work in progress, striving to be better, constantly learning and taking risks to be the best we can be. Learning from our mistakes and paving the way for continual betterment.</li><li>Teamwork makes the dream work. Bottom line, we need each other. Working together makes us all better individually and makes us awesome as a group. Understanding what other strengths and weaknesses may be and using that knowledge to guide, support, and model our work makes for a successful and high performing team.</li><li>Recognizing and appreciating our differences only make us better. We all share in the responsibility to create a positive culture and to safeguard equity, inclusion, dignity, and respect for all. Each member of our team will be a role model for others.</li></ul>United Way of Greater Charlotte is committed to having a workforce that reflects our entire community. United Way opposes racism and oppression in all its forms and believes the nonprofit work environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with ideas come together to achieve common goals. United Way understands that diverse representation and perspectives are vital to our success. We are Dedicated to continuous learning and active participation in diversity initiatives while advocating for equitable opportunities across racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Committed to deepening understanding of historically marginalized communities' experiences, particularly Black, Indigenous, and Latinx groups, to create more inclusive environments.Benefits:Comprehensive benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, 401k Defined Contribution Plan, Paid Holidays and Paid Time-Off.UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHARLOTTE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERCOMMITTED TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSIONWe recognize that candidates may not check every box in our requirements list. If you're passionate about United Way's mission, have relevant skills and experience, and are eager to learn, we strongly encourage you to apply. Studies show that people from underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and believe that your unique combination of skills, experiences, and enthusiasm might be exactly what we need. Our goal is to build a talented, diverse team committed to our mission-so please don't hesitate to submit your applicationNo calls, emails, or visits please. For immediate consideration, please formally apply online and provide a resume and cover letter.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this job classification. They are not to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities of people so assigned.The Agency's policy is to provide equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability or veteran status

United Way of Greater Charlotte - Chief Development Officer

United Way of Greater Charlotte is boldly investing in what if. When Charlotte ranked last in the nation for economic mobility, United Way challenged ourselves and others to say what if every neighborhood has the resources it needs to break the cycle of poverty? And what if every person has equal access to opportunities? In response, United Way is going directly to where the needs are the greatest and is bringing new voices to the table to promote racial equity and ensure every neighborhood thrives. We believe that by challenging the what ifs and by moving together in hope, we can build thriving communitiesAs a cornerstone of United Way's strategy for engaging supporters, the Major Gifts Officer nurtures existing major donor relationships while actively identifying new prospective contributors. As a member of the Development team, this individual will report to the Chief Development Officer and work closely and collaboratively with other members of the organization and external stakeholders to partner with donors who require carefully executed and strategic cultivation, leading to the solicitation of major outright and planned gifts. The Major Gift Officer coordinates the involvement of advancement leadership and staff, program staff, and volunteers in the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individual donors.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Strategically Cultivate: Portfolio of 100-125 major donor prospects, meeting annual goals for appointments, solicitations, and revenue generation.</li><li>Effectively Utilize: United Way's CRM and wealth screening tools to strategically track and engage donors and prospects.</li><li>Actively Develop: New prospective donor pipelines through effective networking, qualification, and Regional Development Committee volunteer partnerships.</li><li>Thoughtfully Create: Awareness about United Way's place-based work with current and prospective donors.</li><li>Collaboratively Design and Implement: Meaningful experiences for Tocqueville Society members and leverage existing events for donor engagement.</li><li>Appropriately Recognize: Major donors through public and private acknowledgment strategies.</li><li>Consistently Foster: Collaborative relationships with team members through active participation in organizational meetings.</li><li>Diligently Adhere: To the Association of Fundraising professionals Code of Ethics</li></ul>What You'll Need: Education, Experience, and Skills<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in social work, human services, business, finance, or impact-related discipline. Advanced degree preferred.</li><li>Minimum of 8-12 years of experience in nonprofit organizations, management, finance, or human services, or similar experience. Major Gift Officer experience preferred.</li><li>A strong command of fundraising principles and a familiarity with the objectives of annual and unrestricted-gift fundraising</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.</li><li>Strong project management skills, with the ability to effectively plan, execute, and oversee multiple initiatives.</li><li>Ability to present information and ideas clearly and persuasively to executive teams, volunteers, and the board of directors.</li><li>Demonstrated success in collaborative work environments, group facilitation, and engaging leadership volunteers.</li><li>Excellent organizational, time management, interpersonal, and communication skills.</li><li>Adaptability to change, with the ability to work independently and apply strong problem-solving skills.</li><li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills</li></ul>United Way of Greater Charlotte is committed to having a workforce that reflects our entire community. United Way opposes racism and oppression in all its forms and believes the nonprofit work environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with ideas come together to achieve common goals. United Way understands that diverse representation and perspectives are vital to our success. We are dedicated to continuous learning and active participation in diversity initiatives while advocating for equitable opportunities across racial, ethnic, gender, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic backgrounds. We are committed to deepening understanding of historically marginalized communities' experiences, particularly Black, Indigenous, and Latinx groups, to create more inclusive environments. &nbsp;Workplace values<ul><li>Take action and go! Be bold and not afraid of a little competition or thinking outside the box even when opportunities seem unimaginable. Create a new path one-step at a time, you got this!</li><li>Openly collaborate in the pursuit of truth and doing what is right. Welcome tough conversations, don't make assumptions, and rely on others, together we are stronger!</li><li>Sometimes things just need a shake-up. Whether internally or out in the community, we aren't afraid to be disruptive. Understanding that we may leave a few feathers ruffled along the way, if it is the right thing to do and benefits our community, we will take the chance!</li><li>Inaction is the enemy of innovation. We are a perpetual work in progress, striving to be better, constantly learning and taking risk to be the best we can be. Learning from our mistakes and paving the way for continual betterment.</li><li>Teamwork makes the dream work. Bottom line, we need each other. Working together makes us all better individually and makes us awesome as a group. Understanding what others strengths and weaknesses may be and using that knowledge to guide, support, and model our work makes for a successful and high performing team.</li><li>Recognizing and appreciating our differences only make us better. We all share in the responsibility to create a positive culture and to safeguard equity, inclusion,dignity, and respect for all. Each member of our team will be a role model for others.</li></ul>Benefits:Comprehensive benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, 401k Defined Contribution Plan, Paid Holidays, Paid Time-Off. Medical Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term DisabilityAccident and Critical Illness, and Pet InsuranceUnited Way of Greater Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity, Equity and InclusionNo calls, emails, or visits please. For immediate consideration, please formally apply online and provide a resume and cover letter.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this job classification. They are not to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities of people so assigned.The Agency's policy is to provide equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability or veteran status.

Major Gifts Officer, Associate Director of Development

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
About United Way Fresno and Madera Counties&nbsp;
United Way Fresno and Madera Counties (United Way) is on a mission to mobilize the collective power of community to&nbsp;advance lasting solutions and measurable change&nbsp;for the most urgent issues our neighbors face,&nbsp;particularly focusing on addressing the racial&nbsp;wealth gap for working families. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to achieve the building blocks of a good life — a quality education, financial stability, and good health — and that expanding this opportunity is both a core objective and a key strategy to fulfilling our mission. We work with hundreds of individuals and organizations that share a vision for what is possible when we UNITE our efforts.
OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Summary/Objective 
	Reporting to the Director of Impact and Resource Development, this position is responsible for providing intensive case management support, individualized coaching, and navigational support to community members and community partners, to coordinate and deliver whole person care to individuals facing significant challenges and barriers. As part of the UWFM 211 team, this position works to reduce barriers to career pathways and employment, and to promote economic security and wealth creation.&nbsp; KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Duties &amp; Responsibilities
<ul><li>Conduct a whole person assessment to understand a unique situation, goals, and barriers.</li>
<li>Assist individuals to identify strengths and community support, prioritizing the most critical barriers.</li>
<li>Develop individualized plans that address identified barriers and goals.</li>
<li>Utilize resource database to find resources available to execute individual plans.</li>
<li>Assist individuals to access services to relevant resources and services that stabilize and improve their educational and wealth creation opportunities as well as their overall wellbeing.</li>
<li>Establish and maintain effective communication with all relevant stakeholders, including clients, team members, and external partners.</li>
<li>Act as a main point of contact to resource partners for caseload, addressing concerns and providing regular updates on case progress.</li>
<li>Analyze complex issues and challenges within cases and care coordination system.</li>
<li>Develop innovative solutions to address challenges and barriers on behalf of caseload and care coordination services.</li>
<li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to overcome obstacles and achieve desired organizational and department outcomes around care coordination and reducing the racial wealth gap.</li>
<li>Continuously assess and enhance case management processes and methodologies.</li>
<li>Implement best practices to optimize case management efficiency and effectiveness. 
		&nbsp;</li>
</ul>EDUCATION/REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge, Skills and Expertise
<ul><li>Knowledge of common barriers faced by Fresno and Madera community members, specifically those from disinvested communities of color.</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li>
<li>Empathy and the ability to build rapport with clients.</li>
<li>Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and the ability to develop creative solutions.</li>
<li>Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work with diverse populations.</li>
<li>Familiarity with community resources and support services.</li>
<li>Experience using case management software and other relevant tools.</li>
<li>Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and documentation.</li>
<li>Commitment to client-centered, strengths-based approaches.</li>
<li>Knowledge of community programs, resources, and compliance requirements.</li>
<li>Strong organizational and time-management skills.</li>
<li>Leadership and decision-making abilities.</li>
<li>Understanding of and commitment to the mission, vision, and goals of United Way.</li>
</ul>Education and/or Experience
<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience</li>
<li>A minimum 3 experience in case management, social work, or a related field.</li>
<li>Combination of experience and education.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Current Driver’s License and verifiable automobile insurance&nbsp;</li>
</ul>UNITED WAY CORE COMPETENCIES FOR ALL STAFF 
	●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;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. 
	●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Relationship-Oriented: Understands that people come before process and is astute in cultivating and managing relationships toward a common goal. 
	●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Collaborator: understands the roles and contributions of all sectors of the community and can mobilize resources (financial and human) through meaningful engagement. 
	●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;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. 
	●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Brand Steward: Steward of the brand and understands his/her role in growing and protecting the reputation and results of the greater network.

United Way Fresno and Madera Counties

Fresno and Madera Counties

211 Resource Navigator

United Way of the Big Bend (UWBB) is seeking a Grant Writer who will be responsible for managing and expanding the grant funding development efforts that support advancing the United Way of the Big Bend mission.&nbsp; Primary responsibilities include researching grant opportunities, writing proposals, managing timelines, and ensuring that budget and grant reporting requirements are met.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;UWBB serves eight counties in the Big Bend area with the mission to raise awareness, mobilize resources and find collaborative, targeted solutions for our community’s most vital concerns.&nbsp; We lead the communities we serve by engaging and connecting with others who share our commitment to help our neighbors, friends and colleagues who are living in poverty and/or struggling to make ends meet.
Schedule:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Full-time&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Location:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Tallahassee, FL
Key Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Work with leadership to develop and implement an annual grants strategy to secure new and maintain renewable grant funding</li>
<li>Research and identify grant opportunities that align with UWBB’s mission, initiatives and impact programs</li>
<li>Conduct the full range of activities required to prepare and submit timely and compelling grant proposals/applications</li>
<li>Perform continuous grant oversight, monitoring, reporting and compliance</li>
<li>Work with Finance Team to track and report annual grant revenue on a timely basis</li>
<li>Assist Finance Team with grant financial reporting as needed for audit inquiries</li>
<li>Work closely with Community Impact staff to ensure the collection of relevant outcome data and development and measurement of performance objectives</li>
<li>Serve as primary contact for all grantors</li>
<li>Coordinate with Communications team to ensure proper recognition of grantors as applicable</li>
</ul>Applicants should:
<ul><li>Be familiar with grant research techniques, application and management processes</li>
<li>Have highly effective written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li>Have strong organizational skills and attention to detail</li>
<li>Excel at multi-tasking, meeting overlapping deadlines and deliverables</li>
<li>Be able to collaborate effectively within and outside of the organization</li>
<li>Work well both independently and as a member of team</li>
</ul>Education, Experience and Key Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred or equivalent experience&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Minimum of two years of experience in grant writing, management and reporting</li>
<li>Experience with state and federal grant application and management preferred</li>
<li>Knowledge of program evaluation methodologies and outcome measurement practices a plus</li>
<li>Experience developing and monitoring budgets a plus</li>
<li>Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite</li>
<li>Access to reliable transportation, proof of insurance, and a valid driver’s license</li>
</ul>Work Environment:
<ul><li>Workplace culture that is family-oriented and supports teamwork and collaboration</li>
<li>Professional office setting – in-office position</li>
<li>Occasional travel within UWBB neighboring county footprint</li>
<li>Work Week:&nbsp; M-R 8:30 a.m.– 5:30 p.m., F 8:30 am-12:00 pm with some early morning, evening and weekend hours during peak times</li>
<li>Physical demands:&nbsp; Sitting or standing for extended periods of time, bending, occasional lifting, regularly moving throughout the building between floors</li>
<li>Regular use of standard office equipment</li>
</ul>Excellent Benefits:&nbsp; Health, life and LTD Insurance, retirement plan, vacation and sick leave, holiday time, half-day Fridays and one remote workday per week.
Qualified candidates should send a cover letter and resume to <a href="mailto:unitedway@uwbb.org" target="_blank">unitedway@uwbb.org</a> by February 23, 2024.&nbsp; &nbsp;
EOE/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Drug Free
The above declarations are not intended to be an “all-inclusive” list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job.&nbsp; Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.
UNITED WAY CORE COMPETENCIES FOR ALL STAFF 
	●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;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. 
	●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Relationship-Oriented: Understands that people come before process and is astute in cultivating and managing relationships toward a common goal. 
	●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Collaborator: understands the roles and contributions of all sectors of the community and can mobilize resources (financial and human) through meaningful engagement. 
	●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;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. 
	●&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Brand Steward: Steward of the brand and understands his/her role in growing and protecting the reputation and results of the greater network.

United Way of the Big Bend Inc

United Way of the Big Bend

Grant Writer

United Way of Greater Cincinnati (UWGC) fights for the economic well-being of all people in Greater Cincinnati so our entire community can thrive – now and in the future. The Public Policy and Advocacy Manager is integral to UWGC’s policy and advocacy work across UWGC’s nine-county, three-state region. As a leading convenor and philanthropic investor, UWGC strengthens systems supporting family well-being. Through policy and advocacy, we can achieve short- and long-term wins that make systems work for families.
The Public Policy and Advocacy Manager will provide strategic leadership and daily management of efforts that advance our local, state and federal policy agenda while also building the advocacy capacity of our staff, volunteers and partners.
Key Areas of Responsibility:
<ul><li>Provide day-to-day support for staff, volunteers and partners to influence policy at national, state and local levels.</li>
<li>Track identified legislative and public policy priorities and update UWGC staff and volunteers on status changes.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the director to identify and create strategies for calls to action with UWGC constituencies.</li>
<li>Build advocacy capacity of UWGC staff, volunteers and partners through professional development, convenings and issue education.</li>
<li>Support relationships with existing and new community partners, coalition members and lawmakers.</li>
<li>Represent UWGC at coalitions, conferences, task forces and legislative meetings.</li>
<li>Use UWGC messaging and message frames to prepare action alerts, talking points and testimony, issue briefs, letters, press statements, opinion editorials, website updates, blogs, and legislative and public policy reports.</li>
<li>Stay informed of national best practices and trends and provides strategic advice about how to integrate into UWGC’s public policy and advocacy work.</li>
<li>Monitor program quality and impact and creates reports.</li>
<li>Manage projects and collaborations with internal and external stakeholders.</li>
<li>Work to grow UWGC’s advocacy network.</li>
<li>Organize and execute advocacy events and initiatives.</li>
<li>Together with the Public Policy and Advocacy Director, support the UWGC Public Policy Committee.</li>
</ul>Minimum Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree and at least three years’ full-time, professional work experience with significant responsibilities. Education cannot substitute for work experience.</li>
<li>Team orientation, ambition, and a strong work ethic.</li>
<li>Willing to work weekends and evenings and travel throughout Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana as necessary.</li>
<li>Access to a car, possession of a valid driver’s license, and proof of current automobile insurance.</li>
<li>Complete and pass all background checks and security clearances.</li>
</ul>Core Competencies:
<ul><li>Believe authentically in UWGC’s work and understand the vital role that building champions for our work plays in realizing our vision.</li>
<li>Work proactively and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.</li>
<li>Successfully collaborate across teams and organizations to achieve results.</li>
<li>Have excellent written and oral communication skills and strong attention to detail.</li>
<li>Be comfortable with qualitative and quantitative data.</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.</li>
<li>Demonstrate a commitment to excellence and ensure positive relationships with partner organizations and constituencies.</li>
<li>Meet deadlines and show initiative in taking on new tasks and projects.</li>
<li>Seek out information, solutions to problems, and relevant opportunities.</li>
<li>Embrace technology and demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Familiarity with Salesforce, Asana and advocacy software (Muster, Voter Voice, or similar) is a bonus.</li>
</ul>Salary starting $60,000, plus competitive benefits package.
Applicants should apply by&nbsp;Friday, February&nbsp;16, 2024,&nbsp;via the link below:
<a href="https://jobapply.page.link/fYcx6" target="_blank">https://jobapply.page.link/fYcx6</a>
UWGC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

United Way of Greater Cincinnati

Public Policy and Advocacy Manager

The Senior Manager, Volunteer and Community Engagement will steer the strategic vision for volunteer engagement across the United Way organization, modernize technology and processes to increase and align community and corporate volunteer engagement efforts, and build stronger community relationships.
Key Areas of Responsibility:
Strategic Volunteer Engagement
<ul><li>Continuously assess volunteer needs with internal and external partners. Prioritize needs based on ability to scale and design experiences that will engage volunteers to meet these needs.</li>
<li>Work closely with Resource Development and Corporate Engagement team to promote and execute Fee for Service/Revenue Generation model based on custom volunteer experiences.</li>
<li>Lead volunteer engagement strategies and multi-year plans for existing and potential top corporate supporters.</li>
<li>Plan and execute multiple annual signature community volunteer initiatives that support United Way’s work, including building strategic communication and recruitment plans to meet volunteer goals. Volunteer initiatives must meet United Way criteria: leadership, alignment, measurable impact, logistical support, United Way messaging, recognition, feedback, and data capture.</li>
<li>Continuously increase and adapt knowledge of community challenges and opportunities, and United Way work to illustrate the organization’s mission through volunteer engagement experiences.</li>
</ul>Modernize Technology and Data Management
<ul><li>Serve as team liaison for the Accountability and Technology Steering Committee. Ensure team needs are represented and included in decision making processes.</li>
<li>Champion organizational technology advances: ensure team tracks all relevant data consistently and cleanly using tools and programs available.</li>
<li>Continuously assess team specific technology platforms, lead change management processes for any new technology adoption.</li>
<li>Responsible for leading annual reporting to United Way Worldwide, IRS, and other entities requiring volunteer engagement data.</li>
<li>Oversee Volunteer Management Platform (VolunteerMatch), update listings for internal and external partners, ensure current or priority listings are featured.</li>
</ul>Relationship Management
<ul><li>Establish and deepen volunteer and community relationships through 1:1 internal and external meetings that serve to enhance engagement in and support of United Way’s work.</li>
<li>Develop a diverse pool of individual volunteers; collaborate with Major Gift Officers and Individual Engagement team members to identify volunteers and engage them in meaningful opportunities.</li>
<li>Collaborate with Resource Development, Community Impact, Community Connections, and other internal teams to develop holistic volunteer and community engagement plans.</li>
<li>Serve as an ambassador for United Way during community and corporate volunteer engagement events. Frequent public speaking is expected.</li>
<li>Lead recruitment of internal volunteers for organizational community engagement events. Ensure United Way has a strong, organized, and reliable presence in the community.</li>
</ul>Leadership and Team Management
<ul><li>Lead a team of volunteer engagement professionals. Build capacity and identify synergies between volunteer and community efforts.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Provide ongoing coaching and training for Volunteer Connection team members; train cross-functional team members as needed on new volunteer products, services, and programs.</li>
<li>Develop metrics and strategic plans for meeting annual and long-term goals.</li>
<li>Develop and manage corporate and community engagement budget.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.</li>
</ul>Minimum Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.</li>
<li>Minimum 5-10 years of relevant professional work experience (ex. Project management, customer service, social sector, volunteer management, etc.)</li>
<li>Distinguished oral and written communication and presentation skills.</li>
<li>Strong relationship building skills and customer service focused workstyle. Ability to work with diverse groups of people required.</li>
<li>Strong business acumen</li>
<li>Successfully manages multiple programs simultaneously.</li>
<li>Works well under deadline pressure and meets timeline requirements.</li>
<li>Stays up to date on industry and regulatory trends.</li>
<li>Must be self-initiating, exercise good judgement, and able to work with minimal supervision.</li>
<li>Demonstration/evidence of superior technical skills and/or specific experience with MS products, and data systems (ex. Salesforce, Typeform, Jotform, VolunteerMatch, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Forms, MS Teams, etc.)</li>
<li>Personal transportation required.</li>
<li>Candidate must be creative and collaborative. Knowledge of customer relationship management and the social sector is desirable.</li>
<li>Personal transportation is required.</li>
</ul>CORE COMPENTENCIES:&nbsp; Strategic Planning, Achievement Oriented, Accountability to team and self, Innovation, Project Management, Leadership
WORKING CONDITIONS: 
<ul><li>Ability to lift up at least 25 pounds.</li>
<li>Local travel to events within the regional area.</li>
<li>Extended viewing of computer monitor.</li>
<li>Periodic evening and weekend event management required.</li>
</ul>Salary starting $70,000, plus competitive benefits package
Applicants should apply by&nbsp;Monday, February 12, 2024,&nbsp;via the link below:
<a href="https://jobapply.page.link/Qrv6d" target="_blank">https://jobapply.page.link/Qrv6d</a>
UWGC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Senior Manager, Volunteer and Community Engagement

The 211 Care Coordinator assists residents in connecting to social service support by assessing needs and making referrals within a network of partnering organizations. The Care Coordinator will provide a broad-based human services needs assessment; make referrals within the referral platform; collect and record appropriate data on referrals; and follow up to ensure referrals are utilized and complete. The Care Coordination function is flexible and responsive to changing community needs. As such, the Coordinator’s focus may change to meet new external and United Way opportunities, initiatives, and programs to support community members.
Key Areas of Responsibility: 
<ul><li>Assist community members by assessing needs in a compassionate method and providing referrals for immediate and intermediate needs through a network of key community partners. Referrals will be made primarily through a technology platform. The Care Coordinator is responsible for tracking when partners accept or decline referrals, when agencies contact residents, and when services are provided. The Care Coordinator will be a diligent advocate, connecting County residents with organizations to meet their needs.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Collect and record data on types of referrals made, demographics of residents receiving care coordination, and agency responses to referrals for use in daily and weekly statistical and activity reports. Participate with the Director of Community Connections and members of the United Way staff to assess and improve Care Coordination program operations.</li>
</ul>Minimum Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in human service or related field desired.</li>
<li>One year of work experience in human service field and previous experience in social service interviewing is desirable.</li>
<li>Listening and communication skills and writing skills.</li>
<li>Knowledge of community resources is preferred.</li>
<li>Must be able to work closely with others and foster a workable, effective and productive relationship with other staff, administration, volunteers, agencies and community members.</li>
<li>Collaborative call center office environment.</li>
<li>Remote weekend work.</li>
</ul>Salary starting at $21.50 per hour plus competitive benefits package.
Applicants should apply by&nbsp;Friday, February 2, 2024,&nbsp;via the link below:
<a href="https://jobapply.page.link/Bi2KG" target="_blank">https://jobapply.page.link/Bi2KG</a>
UWGC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Care Coordinator

Organizational Overview
United Way of the Mid-South is a multi-million-dollar non-profit, public charitable foundation that mobilizes financial and human resources, across 8-counties, to meet critical needs and to help ensure that hundreds of thousands of Mid-Southerners can achieve their highest potential. We support high-performing nonprofit agencies that are on the front lines fighting to decrease poverty in our community by addressing the essential building blocks for success – education, financial stability, and health – while maintaining vital safety net services in food, shelter, and safety for individuals facing crisis situations. By joining United Way of the Mid-South, you are uniting with a team that is moving the needle on poverty and making our community a place where everyone can thrive.
Position Overview 
The United Way of the Mid-South (UWMS) is seeking a well-organized and independent leader to serve as a Mobile Assistant Site Coordinator for a Free Tax Preparation/ VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) mobile tax site providing free tax preparation at various locations. Assisting with overseeing a mobile free tax site, which offers free federal and state income tax preparation for qualifying families and individuals from January - April. With the guidance of Community Impact leadership, this individual will assist in the management of a Free Tax Preparation/VITA site.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities 
<ul><li>The Mobile Assistant Site Coordinator will assist in managing a mobile tax site for the tax season, providing Free Tax preparation at various locations.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Helping to recruit, schedule and manage volunteer tax preparers for the season, ensuring all volunteers have obtained the necessary certifications.</li>
<li>Conduct Quality Reviews of returns filed by fellow volunteers.</li>
<li>Assist in site management including, maintaining confidentiality, client services, tax return review and transmission, and volunteer relations</li>
<li>Provides support and guidance to volunteer staff who prepare electronic tax returns for low and moderate-income taxpayers.</li>
<li>Responsible for the collaboration with the United Way Agency partners who will help in identifying potential clients for tax preparation.</li>
<li>Assisting with tax preparation when necessary.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Completing the Volunteer Standards of Conduct, Intake/Interview/Quality Review, Site Coordinator, advanced IRS Tax Law, HSA and Military certifications</li>
</ul><ul><li>Assisting in providing regular reports to UWMS to support IRS reporting requirements.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>Qualifications
<ul><li>A general understanding of income tax law is helpful, paid IRS-sponsored training will be provided</li>
<li>Successful completion of the IRS advanced course is required to provide quality control, support, and guidance to volunteers</li>
<li>Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, and display a supportive and professional disposition with diverse populations</li>
<li>Experience and comfort serving clients from diverse backgrounds</li>
<li>Comfort with technology (computers, software, internet platforms, etc)</li>
<li>Self-motivated with a high degree of flexibility, creativity, and independence</li>
<li>Flexible schedule (some assignments will require weekend/evening work)</li>
<li>Possess excellent organizational, leadership, and management skills</li>
<li>Reliable transportation to drive to the tax site and transport all necessary equipment as needed.</li>
<li>Flexible schedule (some assignments will require weekend/evening work)</li>
</ul>Physical Requirements
This position requires the employee to be able to lift 30 pounds.&nbsp; The employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time.&nbsp; The employee is frequently required to use finger and hand motion, and to reach using arms and hands.&nbsp;&nbsp; The position may also require significant walking and capability to climb stairs.&nbsp; The employee will need to have the ability to talk to and hear customers during events.&nbsp; Specific visual abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.&nbsp; There may be additional physical requirements associated with off-site corporate or volunteer events.
WORKING CONDITIONS
United Way of the Mid-South is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.&nbsp; This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment action.
&nbsp;United Way of the Mid-South will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. United Way of the Mid-South is committed to demonstrating diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace and community. We value the unique skills and contributions of each individual and believe in the power of collective leadership, accountability, and unity.
This position requires a valid Driver’s License, car insurance and reliable transportation.&nbsp; The position also requires flexible hours outside of normal business hours and some local travel to meet with partners.
Other Duties
Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
United Way Core Competencies for ALL Staff 
<ul><li>Mission-Focused: Catalyze others’ commitment to the 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 the 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>

United Way of the Mid-South

Free Tax Prep Mobile Assistant Site Coordinator

United Way of Greater Cincinnati (UWGC) is a dynamic and mission-driven organization dedicated to building a community where all people have an opportunity to thrive. We are committed to creating innovative solutions to address pressing societal challenges and drive positive change in our community.
The Director of Strategic Incubation will design, launch, and test new strategic initiatives in alignment with our organizational strategy, impact pillars, and revenue goals. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, the Director will oversee a portfolio of incubating initiatives to ensure effective operational supports and implementation to ensure the initiatives meet the strategies, goals, and objectives of UWGC.
Key Areas of Responsibility:
Strategic Initiative Design and Planning
<ul><li>Collaborate with the Chief Strategy Officer and other key stakeholders to conceptualize and develop innovative strategic initiatives aligned to United Way’s mission and goals.</li>
<li>Develop comprehensive incubation plans for new initiatives, including project timelines, resource allocation, and key performance indicators.</li>
<li>Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of incubation plans, including engaging experts in areas such as program development, finance, marketing, and technology.</li>
<li>Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and potential obstacles related to new initiatives.</li>
</ul>Lead in Developing Incubation Procedures and Initiative Lifecycle
<ul><li>Lead in developing operational policies and procedures for incubating initiatives around fundraising, communications, partner vetting and adherence to United Way mission and strategy.</li>
<li>With Chief Strategy Officer, serve as an advisor to organizational leaders for incubating initiatives.</li>
<li>Oversee the vetting process for potential new initiatives to ensure they are in line with the mission and values, as well as the business model and fiscal goals of United Way.</li>
</ul>Manage Initial Lifecycle of Initiatives and Facilitate Transition
<ul><li>Oversee the testing phase of new initiatives, collecting and analyzing data to make informed decisions about scaling, pivoting, or discontinuing projects.</li>
<li>Manage budgeting and resource allocation for incubation projects and work closely with finance and resource development team to identify funding needs and potential revenue sources.</li>
<li>Build and maintain strong relationships with external partners, stakeholders, and collaborators to support successful implementation of strategic initiatives.</li>
<li>Regularly report on the progress, impact, and outcomes of incubation projects to organizational leaders and other relevant stakeholders.</li>
<li>Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure the success and sustainability of incubation projects.</li>
</ul>Minimum Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferred.</li>
<li>At least five years proven experience in strategic planning, project management, and innovation in a nonprofit or related setting.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with external partners.</li>
<li>Demonstrated leadership and advisory/consultation experience.</li>
<li>Passion for and commitment to the organization's mission and values.</li>
<li>Creative and entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on driving positive social impact.</li>
<li>Demonstration of strong technical skills with MS products (PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Excel).</li>
<li>Occasional local travel to events within the regional area.</li>
</ul>Competencies:
<ul><li>Strategic planning</li>
<li>Project management</li>
<li>Cross-functional collaboration</li>
<li>Advisory skills</li>
<li>Relationship building</li>
<li>Procedure development</li>
</ul>Applicants should apply by&nbsp;Friday, November 17, 2023,&nbsp;via the link below:
<a href="https://jobapply.page.link/acckW" target="_blank">https://jobapply.page.link/acckW</a>
UWGC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Director of Strategic Incubation

Job Title:&nbsp; Director of Resource Development
Position Reports to:&nbsp; President &amp; CEO of United Way of Greater Plymouth County
Work Schedule:&nbsp; Maximum flexibility in work week schedule required, evening or weekends as needed
Classification:&nbsp; Full time, Exempt
Summary:&nbsp; To actively oversee and lead all Resource Development activity of the organization including annual fundraising campaign, major and planned gifts, and special event fundraisers.&nbsp; Cultivate corporate and individual relationships, organizes, and maximizes workplace campaigns to increase participation and giving. Increase all resources to achieve the organization’s mission to “unite people, ideas and resources to improve lives in Greater Plymouth County”.
Essential Competencies
Drives Revenue &amp; Impact
Results driven, with a relentless focus on gaining the resources to support United Way’s mission and community impact-focused strategic objectives
• Effective Fundraiser: Leads new ways to drive and generate revenue; Implements strategies and opportunities to best engage campaign staff and volunteers; Demonstrates the ability to proactively identify and qualify individuals and groups to give to/support United Way; Confident asking for money and closing the deal.
• Ambitious and Relentless: Ambitious yet realistic in setting goals; When confronted with “no” – will come back with new approach and strategy to succeed; Conveys energy and passion about United Way’s work and mission; Self-directed; Holds oneself accountable.
• Risk Taking (calculated): Recognizes and acts on opportunities; Establishes criteria for taking risk; Challenges status quo when appropriate; Knows when to cut losses and develop/implement alternate strategies.
• Interpersonal Communicator: Donor Focused, listens to the needs, interests &amp; passions of the donor with an eye to connecting with our community work; Expresses empathy &amp; consideration for donor needs; Can identify, engage with, adapt to and motivate various types of people &amp; organizations.
Strategic Relationship Building
Develops and maintains strategic relationships that generate the resources necessary to support United Way’s mission.
• Prospect Management: Gathers and uses data in making requests for donations and other types of contributions; Connects donors’ and prospects’ areas of interest directly to United Way’s work; Inspires commitment and support for United Way.
• Effective Selling: Employs consultative selling techniques to match donor interests and community aspirations to United Way products/solutions; Measures and tracks donor and campaign volunteer satisfaction.
• Creates win/win relationships: Understands United Way and donor objectives and where they intersect; Identifies tangible outcomes that benefit both parties; Identifies strategies and opportunities to build trust; Engages with donors year-round, not just during campaign season, to nurture and enhance relationships.
• Steward Donors: Recognizes the power of effective stewardship (thanking donors, informing them about the impact of their gifts, keeping them apprised of progress on the community work it is intended to address and deepening the relationship) and develops and implements plans to steward donors of all giving levels.
Effective &amp; Engaging Communicator
Effective and passionate communicator, articulating the United Way message in a way that inspires others to act in service to the organization and the community
• Skilled Communicator: Writes clearly and concisely; Uses multiple platforms to reach&nbsp; audiences, including social media updates; Effective public speaker &amp; presenter.&nbsp; Active listener who is open to new ideas &amp; opinions.
• Connects to Audience: Considers the appropriate method, timing and&nbsp;venue for delivering information appropriate to target audience.&nbsp; Adjusts communication style to anticipate the audience’s needs and watches and responds to nonverbal cues; Effectively engages with diverse audiences.&nbsp; Presents the work of United Way using examples and “stories” that are relevant to community priorities and aspirations, and that resonate with our stakeholders.
Essential Functions:
Annual United Way Campaign
Plan and conduct successful annual United Way campaign, including 100+ workplace campaigns
• Design and implement a written annual strategic campaign plan, including a well thought out and organized campaign structure with clearly defined roles for volunteers and a set schedule of planning meetings to set goals and monitor progress of the campaign.
• Maintain weekly campaign schedule of company solicitations by regular contact with companies and conduct and/or assign staff, loaned executives and other volunteers to conduct solicitations.
• Manage and conduct the daily/weekly activities of the campaign (including, but not limited to, campaign presentations, campaign trainings).
• Prepare, maintain, and update all campaign records, reports, materials, and data in data base.
• Analyze and evaluate strengths and weaknesses of past workplace campaigns and develop new strategies; set goals, timetables, and schedules for all areas of the campaign; maintain an awareness of economic factors in the community impacting workplace campaigns.
• Organize and conduct annual fundraising events, including, but not limited to, campaign kick off, special leadership functions, campaign celebration and annual meeting.
• Develop new prospects, techniques, strategies, and promotions for annual workplace campaigns and related activities.&nbsp;
Leadership Giving, Planned Giving &amp; Major Gifts
Develop and implement successful programs to generate resources from leadership givers, individual philanthropists, and estate planning.
Donor Recognition
Organize and review routine donor acknowledgement and conduct specialized recognition programs for donors and volunteers.
Reporting and Record Keeping
Responsible for keeping accurate and organized records of all fundraising activities, annual reports for United Way Worldwide, including Database 2, annual budgeting, and annual audit reports.
Effective Supervision
Responsible for directing, supporting, and evaluating all resource development staff and volunteers.
Assist in the day-to-day operations as needed.
Job Relationships:
Maintain frequent contact with all other United Way staff, as well as with local businesses that run campaigns, prospective campaign businesses, volunteers, agencies, organizations, and the public, to provide information and guidance for conducting the campaign.&nbsp;&nbsp;
	Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five years of successful fundraising experience are required.
• Necessary job skills and attributes include full range of professional sales skills from prospecting to closing.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, advanced interpersonal / relational skills, presentation skills, and computer skills including database management, and fundraising reports.
• Experience with Andar donor base software preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook required.
• United Way experience preferred.
• Position also requires extensive local (Plymouth County) travel and occasional evening and weekend appointments.
• United Way of Greater Plymouth County encourages applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions, and ages, as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Physical Demands:
• Able to lift-up to 30 lbs.
• Moving tables or chairs to set up for presentations or activities.
• Carrying boxes of supplies or fliers for programs.
Other Requirements:
• Valid driver’s license.
• Access to a vehicle
Accepting resumes via mail, email or fax&nbsp;
Please no phone calls!
Address your resume to:
Dennis Carman
President &amp; CEO
934 West Chestnut Street
Brockton, MA 02301
<a href="mailto:dcarman@uwgpc.org" target="_blank">dcarman@uwgpc.org</a>
Fax - 5085840240

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