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Lakes Area United Way (LAUW) unites people, resources and ideas to enhance lives in the Lakes Area.Our Board of Directors is seeking LAUW’s next Executive Director to lead the organization and continue our positive momentum and purpose, and to grow our future impact within the communities we serve. At LAUW, we have refreshed our strategy and operations to succeed in the evolving nonprofit world. The organization has an energetic and skilled team who are excited to build on this momentum from our office in Brainerd, Minnesota.Salary Range:  $60,000 - $70,000General Position Summary:Lakes Area United Way (LAUW) is seeking a visionary and motivated individual to lead our organization’s fundraising efforts, community engagement, administrative activities and daily operations. If you are a dynamic relationship-builder who believes in strengthening community ownership and connecting donors to people and organizations by creating opportunities for engagement, LAUW could be the place for you to grow your career and have a positive impact on people throughout our Lakes Area communities across Crow Wing, Cass, and Aitkin Counties.With oversight from the Board of Directors, the President/CEO works collaboratively with private, public, corporate and governmental organizations to advance the organization and fulfill our purpose – to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of our community.Key Responsibilities:Community Involvement and Impact<ul><li>Be the face, voice and heart of LAUW across our community.</li><li>Work closely with key stakeholders to develop a vision, strategies and goals to improve lives within our community, emphasizing LAUW’s key focus areas.</li><li>Develop, cultivate and maintain relationships with key leaders and groups across the nonprofit, corporate and government sectors.</li><li>Embrace active community leadership and involvement in community planning activities with organizations such as city and county governments, chambers of commerce and area public schools.</li><li>Be a catalyst for LAUW to serve and unite the community as a convener, facilitator and collaborator among nonprofits, industry and government.</li><li>Develop key metrics and indicators to assess LAUW and partner agency progress in meeting strategic objectives and community needs.</li></ul>Organizational Leadership<ul><li>With the highest integrity, oversee the organization’s operational and fiscal activities, including budgets and audits, and comply with policies set by the Board of Directors.</li><li>Develop and deliver on organizational goals, including strategies for successful fundraising and engagement.</li><li>Build and lead high-performing, collaborative teams, including direct supervision and coaching of staff.</li><li>Model and promote a culture of fundraising and innovation.</li><li>Assure compliance with all United Way member requirements, IRS reporting, state and local reporting and all other applicable regulatory requirements.</li><li>Maintain or exceed the ethical standards of United Way Worldwide.</li></ul>Board Relations<ul><li>Reports to the Board of Directors,  leads Director orientation, and facilitates/leads Board development.</li><li>Prepare and submit annual budget for approval; administer/implement the approved budget.</li><li>Provide regular updates, including at Board meetings, on:<ul><li>Progress toward the objectives and measures of LAUW strategies</li><li>Agency financial performance</li><li>Impact of partner nonprofits</li><li>Trends affecting community needs, fundraising and operations</li><li>Bylaws and policy interpretation/questions</li></ul></li></ul>Resource Development<ul><li>Provide leadership and coordination of all fundraising activities, including annual workplace and individual campaigns, fundraising events, corporate sponsorships, grants, and donations.</li><li>Act as the primary contact for LAUW with local businesses, industries, and individual donors.</li><li>Identify, cultivate and solicit prospective donors and key leaders of new corporate partners.</li><li>Identify and pursue grant funding opportunities, and ensure compliance with performance and reporting requirements for awarded funds.</li><li>Leverage personal and professional contacts and relationships into fundraising opportunities.</li><li>Embrace stewardship, accountability and recognition of community and donor support.</li></ul>Partner Nonprofit Relations<ul><li>Engage with partner nonprofit organizations to promote mutual success with LAUW.</li><li>Monitor performance metrics of financial allocations and compliance with United Way requirements, initiating partner nonprofit reviews when necessary.</li><li>Facilitate collaboration and joint planning among partner agencies.</li></ul>Education/Experience:<ul><li>A minimum of two years in an organizational leadership position is required.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in business, social services, education, administration or another relevant field is preferred.</li><li>Significant experience with charitable nonprofits in paid staff and/or volunteer roles.</li><li>Ability to engage with diverse constituencies ranging from nonprofit clients, nonprofit representatives and volunteers/donors to community and corporate leaders.</li><li>Ability to effectively oversee the planning and execution of major fundraising efforts, donor engagement programs and related events.</li><li>Experience with the United Way model and partner nonprofits is preferred.</li></ul>Skills:<ul><li>Knowledge of principles and practices of fundraising is required.</li><li>Creative ability to “tell the story, connect the dots and inspire others” is required.</li><li>Strong oral, presentation and written communication skills are required.</li><li>Budget development and organizational management experience are required.</li><li>Strong supervision and leadership skills are required.</li><li>Ability to effectively communicate with diverse constituencies, facilitate discussions and lead problem-solving efforts.</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency in stakeholder and relationship management.</li><li>Strong experience as a convener and facilitator of diverse constituencies on critical community issues.</li><li>Outstanding collaboration skills.</li><li>Excellent organizational skills, including strategic planning, establishing organizational objectives and creating performance standards/metrics.</li><li>High energy level with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to simultaneously manage multiple complex projects.</li><li>Ability to inspire commitment among staff, volunteers and donors.</li><li>Willingness and ability to work side-by-side with staff and volunteers to complete projects.</li></ul>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.  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>Ready to become part of our mission? Join LAUW - where your ideas and actions make a difference.In an effort to model equitable hiring practices, LAUW strives to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set level, experience and training, and licensure and certifications. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $60,000 - $70,000/year. At LAUW, we recognize the richness that diversity brings. We strive to create a work culture where all belong and collaborate with local businesses, partner agencies, and community organizations in building more inclusive communities. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences that make our employees unique. As an equal opportunity employer, we want to empower all our teammates to succeed and grow. Please let us know if you require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process. We will be happy to assist.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.LAUW provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.LAUW offers of employment are contingent upon the ability to complete a background investigation successfully. Background investigation components can vary depending on specific job criteria. LAUW will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.

Lakes Area United Way

Executive Director for Lakes Area United Way

The Executive Board of the United Way of Ross County (OH) seeks a dynamic executive to lead the agency's fundraising efforts and oversee and participate in the organization's day-to-day functions
The New CEO/President will be a leader who is:
<ul><li>An effective fundraiser</li>
<li>A dynamic leader who can expand United Way resources</li>
<li>A skillfull manager of a small staff who is organized, efficient and capable of measuring impact</li>
<li>A collaborative leader who builds strong relationships within the community</li>
<li>A self-starter dedicatied to the mission and vision of the United Way of Ross County</li>
<li>A communicator who can tell the organization's story in person and across digital platforms</li>
<li>A resident of Ross County or a contiguous county (or willing to relocate within a reasonable amount of time after accepting the position)</li>
</ul>Minimum qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Nonprofit Management, or a related field</li>
<li>Significant experience (5+ years) in paid leadership and management of organizations of camparable size. Alternatively, substantial experience, with progressive leadership practice, working in the nonprofit sector, and interacting with volunteers and boards</li>
<li>Experience in developing partnerships, building teams, and conflict management/resolution</li>
<li>Experience in developing and maintaining sound financial practices, including but not limited to budget development and expense tracking</li>
<li>Experience in building revenue and increasing philanthropic support including grant writing</li>
</ul>Desired qualifications:
<ul><li>A graduate degree</li>
<li>Experience with United Way</li>
<li>Experience in or across multiple sectors, including nonprofit, public, and corporate environments</li>
<li>Experience with strategic planning and planned giving</li>
</ul>Starting salary is $60,000 - $70,000 negotiable based on experience and qualifications. The benefits package includes health insurance, paid leave, and more.
To apply, please send a meaninful cover letter and resume to <a href="mailto:jobs@unitedwayross.org" target="_blank">jobs@unitedwayross.org</a>.  For best consideration, apply no later than December 17, 2023.

United Way of Ross County

United Way of Ross County ES

Chief Executive Officer and President of United Way of Ross County (Ohio)

Job Title:  Director of Resource Development
Position Reports to:  President &amp; CEO of United Way of Greater Plymouth County
Work Schedule:  Maximum flexibility in work week schedule required, evening or weekends as needed
Classification:  Full time, Exempt
Summary:  To actively oversee and lead all Resource Development activity of the organization including annual fundraising campaign, major and planned gifts, and special event fundraisers.  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  audiences, including social media updates; Effective public speaker &amp; presenter.  Active listener who is open to new ideas &amp; opinions.
• Connects to Audience: Considers the appropriate method, timing and venue for delivering information appropriate to target audience.  Adjusts communication style to anticipate the audience’s needs and watches and responds to nonverbal cues; Effectively engages with diverse audiences.  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. 
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.  
	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 
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

United Way of Greater Plymouth County

Director of Resource Development

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