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<h2>Our Vision and Mission:</h2>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, belonging, and inclusion are fundamental parts of our mission and a focus throughout our organization and the communities we serve.<h2>Our Values:</h2><ul><li>Innovative - We are fearless, imaginative trail blazers. </li><li>Teamwork - We work together to accomplish our goals and help each other succeed. </li><li>Mission Focused - We are passionate about our community’s wellbeing and creating lasting change. </li><li>Excellence - We set clear, high expectations for ourselves and our work.  </li><li>Integrity - We are honest and transparent and act ethically to create trust. </li></ul>Purpose of Position:The Community Impact Director will be deeply committed to United Way’s purpose to create a community of opportunity and hope. We’re looking for a self-starter, team player, thought leader and problem solver who cares about solutions to issues of housing affordability and racial equity. The Community Impact Director will play a critical role helping to design strategy, implement programming, build invaluable external relationships, and ensure achievement of United Way’s strategic vision. By building strong systems, spearheading research, and supporting grant initiatives in a variety of ways, the Community Impact Director will ensure the growth and sustainability of United Way’s important bodies of work. The Community Impact Director will be committed to a culture of purpose and fun where they live the United Way values internally and externally.Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions:<ul><li>Create and implement efficient systems and processes aligned with the strategic objectives of United Way’s affordable housing and racial equity efforts</li><li>Support the development of United Way’s racial equity programs and grantmaking</li><li>Oversee grants awarded by United Way ensuring adherence to grant requirements and achievement of program outcomes</li><li>Monitor, analyze, and evaluate data on the performance of United Way’s affordable housing and racial equity programs</li><li>Co-design programs and narratives for grant opportunities that support United Way initiatives</li><li>Facilitate training and the development of resources for affordable housing and racial equity programming</li><li>Conduct research and present findings for reports on United Way’s housing and racial equity offering insight and recommendations </li><li>Establish and sustain strong relationships with partners- local government, nonprofit organizations, and other key external stakeholders</li><li>Develop strategic partnerships for United Way’s community impact across Northeast Florida </li><li>Build deep collaboration across all departments within the organization</li><li>Assist in the planning and implementation of marketing and communication plans for affordable housing, racial equity, and other special programs</li><li>Represent United Way externally, and generate support for the organization’s program work across the five-county region</li><li>Perform other research as instructed by Vice President of Community Impact</li><li>Provide other assistance to the Community Impact Department as directed by the Vice President of Community Impact</li></ul>Experience/Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree required in Social Work, Community Development, Public Administration, Psychology, Nonprofit Management, Business Management or other related field</li><li>Master’s degree preferred </li><li>A minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience </li><li>Experience with and understanding of affordable housing Florida</li><li>Exceptional ability to foster transformational relationships </li><li>Outstanding data management, research, and reporting capabilities</li><li>Deep passion for justice and equity with a proven track record of relevant program work</li><li>Experience with grant management </li><li>Creative and visionary thought leader and problem solver</li><li>Outstanding data management, research, reporting, and analysis capabilities</li><li>Expertise in project management</li><li>Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail</li><li>Extensive skills in program strategy, execution, and achieving outcomes </li><li>Proven capability of communicating well verbally and in writing</li><li>Proficiency in presenting and facilitating for groups</li><li>Expertise in time management, execution of deadlines, and discovering solutions</li><li>Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality</li><li>Capable of collaborating at all levels and across all departments within the organization </li><li>Experience in the public sector (nonprofit, government etc.) </li><li>Embody United Way values and a serious commitment to the organization’s mission</li></ul>Compensation and Benefits:<ol><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, two personal holidays, and four year-end bonus days</li><li>Vacation – Two weeks paid vacation </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></ol>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. 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 below. 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.  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.

United Way of Northeast Florida

Northeast Florida

Community Impact Director

<h2>Job Title:         Community Assistance Network (CAN) Advocate</h2><h2>Reporting to:  Community Impact Coordinator</h2><h2>Department:  Community Impact and Operations</h2><h2>Classification: Full-time and part-time available; Hourly wage</h2><h2>                     Shifts available between the hours of 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM</h2><h2>Location: Yorktown, VA (THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION)</h2><h3>Overall Purpose of this Role:</h3>The Community Assistance Network (CAN) Advocate functions to support United Ways’ collective impact work of providing advocacy and referral services.  By connecting people to available resources for basic needs and ongoing assistance, the CAN Advocate is essential to helping people avoid and address poverty-related crises and create Pathways out of Poverty.<h3>Key Competencies</h3><ul><li>Models kindness with internal and external customers, upholding United Way’s commitment to equity and unity</li><li>Understands and consistently practices responsiveness and accountability to all customers</li><li>Communicates clearly and concisely with people from diverse backgrounds</li><li>Coordinates with multiple partners </li><li>Manages multiple case records including customer time as well as associated administrative duties and timelines</li><li>Adapts to changing needs and service delivery systems</li><li>Practices professional boundaries</li><li>Advocates on behalf of those in need</li><li>Able to problem solve creatively</li></ul><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Actively listen with empathy to individuals experiencing vulnerability and crisis</li><li>Collect and utilize information to determine eligibility for various programs and services and identify perceived and unperceived needs</li><li>Work diligently and advocate on behalf of customers to connect those in need to available resources </li><li>Complete intake forms, referral forms, other needed documents, and referral processes for diverse partnerships</li><li>Enter data into appropriate customer record systems</li><li>Manage multiple phone lines; transferring calls</li></ul><h3>Requirements</h3><ul><li>Knowledge of and experience navigating human services and social systems</li><li>Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite</li><li>Customer service experience</li><li>Preferred: lived experience of poverty on the Peninsula; skills in motivational interviewing</li></ul>To apply:Send your resume/inquiry 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

Community Assistance Network (CAN) Advocate 

United Way of Greater Cincinnati (UWGC), has an immediate opening for a Director,Public Policy and Advocacy that will leads execution against a robust, ambitious policy agenda aimed at supporting family economic mobility and prosperity across UWGC’s nine county, three state region. As a leading convenor and philanthropic investor, United Way aims to strengthen systems that support family well-being. A key focus of our systems strengthening efforts is through policy and advocacy aimed at achieving short-term and long-term wins that make systems work for families. The Director of Public Policy and Advocacy directs all aspects of achieving this ambitious agenda. The position works with community, coalitions, and colleagues to frame key issues, identify policy opportunities and direct resources to achieve policy wins. The Director will guide the engagement of donors, volunteers and community and nonprofit partners in advocacy in order to bring about systems change to achieve our mission. The Director leads government relations to develop, monitor and maintain UWGC’s relationships at the local, state and federal levels. The Director works closely with senior leadership and marketing colleagues to craft key stories about how policies impact families in our communities and how systems changes improve lives.Key Areas of Responsibility:Frame United Way’s Public Policy Agenda and Lead Advocacy<ul><li>Lead the framing and creation of a robust, ambitious policy agenda aimed to support family economic mobility and prosperity across United Way’s footprint. </li><li>Manage policy-related communication in collaboration with UWGC’s overall external engagement strategy.</li><li>Assist in developing multi-media communications materials to communicate how public systems impact local families.</li><li>Lead staff in the identification and implementation of strategies, initiatives, and public policy programs that could contribute to achieving UWGC’s agenda.</li><li>Provide thought leadership and expertise on emerging social trends, community concerns, and political issues. </li><li>Direct the establishment, measurement and evaluation of public policy outcomes. </li></ul>Drive United Way’s Public Policy Agenda through Key Collaboration<ul><li>Build and facilitate coalitions and collaborations of cross sector partners, community members, and advocates to identify opportunities for policy wins and systems improvements. </li><li>Bring flexibility and understanding to engage a diverse set of stakeholders to ensure that mutual values and missions drive the achievement of common goals. </li><li>Stimulate innovation, collaboration and cooperation between United Way, its agency and community partners, other United Ways and state associations seeking to achieve similar goals and objectives. </li><li>Engage donor groups in advocacy. </li><li>Lead partners and volunteers toward aligned policy priorities to achieve specific outcomes. Influence community partners to incorporate UWGC public policy goals into their efforts. </li><li>Provide public policy consultation as well as advocacy engagement opportunities to internal and external groups. </li></ul>Lead United Way’s Government Relations <ul><li>Direct local, state and federal government relations activities to support UWGC’s vision, mission and annual business plans. </li><li>Manage the board-level Public Policy Cabinet and analyze the risks and benefits for individual public policy positions. </li><li>Prepare and implement measurable annual work plans to achieve public policy advocacy and systems change objectives.</li><li>Identify developing issues of note or concern and counsel leadership and staff regarding potential advocacy or other needed actions.</li><li>Direct contract lobbyists, advocacy investments and grant funds, and key volunteer supports.</li></ul> Minimum Qualifications:<ul><li>Degree in Public Administration, Social Work or similar discipline, master’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience required. </li><li>Eight or more years professional work experience with demonstrated leadership experience in policy and advocacy efforts and/or coalition building and organizing. </li><li>Strong understanding of family prosperity and economic mobility and the ways that policy and systems do and do not support those goals.</li><li>Experience with volunteer management, coalition building and leading cross-organizational teams. </li><li>High proficiency in oral and written communication and significant employment experiences that demonstrate successful practice of interpersonal relationship skills. </li><li>Computer skills, including experience with Microsoft office products (specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).</li></ul>Related Core Competencies: <ul><li>Organizing skills to lead a movement to achieve key policy wins. </li><li>Flexibility and ability to work with a diverse set of stakeholders. </li><li>Understanding and compassion for working families experiencing poverty. </li><li>Strong communication and issue framing skills. </li><li>Skillfully maintains significantly positive relationships with others by being genuine and straightforward. </li><li>Expertly negotiates tough situations with internal/external groups. </li></ul>Applicants should apply by Friday, May 24, 2024, via the link below: <a href="https://jobapply.page.link/9BXvK" target="_blank">https://jobapply.page.link/9BXvK</a>UWGC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

United Way of Greater Cincinnati

Director,  Public Policy and Advocacy

Location: Tampa, FL or Lakewood Ranch, FL (Hybrid Work Environment)Why United Way Suncoast?Do you want to be part of a non-profit organization that makes a difference in your community? Do you want to be part of a passionate team focused on improving the lives of others? Now is your opportunity! United Way Suncoast is seeking a Director, Grant Development. The Director, Grant Development leads the grant development strategy as a key component of aligning impact growth with sustainable revenue generation.We're not asking you to apply for a job. We're asking you to embrace a movement that gives people the freedom to rise. In return, you'll be embraced by colleagues that will appreciate every contribution you make.  Our team members enjoy a flexible work environment built on transparency and trust and most have hybrid schedules. There are many growth opportunities including the ability to learn about and contribute to efforts across the organization. We offer a competitive total rewards package including shortened benefit eligibility periods, several weeks of PTO, and no cost medical and dental options to name a few!Objectives &amp; Responsibilities:<ul><li>Leads and executes a grant development strategy aligning United Way Suncoast’s revenue generation with its role as a convener and multiplier of impact. Researches grant development strategies of other United Ways and organizations in a similar community role.</li><li>Creates an annual grant development and management plan to support United Way Suncoast’s impact areas, goals, strategies, and measures, while maintaining requirements for current grants, grant renewals, and reporting on post award spending.</li><li>Identifies new government and private funding prospects. Cultivates prospects and establishes relationships with existing funders. Develops relationships in the community and pursues opportunities for joint resource development.</li><li>Collaborates cross functionally to write compelling grant applications, ensuring alignment with financial and operational processes for restricted contributions.</li><li>Collaborates to gather data for and draft funding proposals and report outcomes for individual gifts.</li><li>Supports nonprofit community capacity building initiatives by presenting to and sharing best practices with grant development staff of strategic community partners. Takes an active role in local and national grantmaking associations and networks.</li><li>Leads grant reporting and communication back to funding stakeholders once funding is secured. Communicate progress of funded programs to develop evaluation component of applications and a timeline for reporting progress.</li><li>Maintains understanding of grants and contributions with accounting standards, internal policies and procedures, and donor rules and regulations.</li><li>Leads elements of budgeting and forecasting for assigned programs, and effectively manages resources.</li><li>Embodies and consistently reinforces Our Suncoast Code and Values including applicable elements of leading self, team, and organization.</li><li>Develops and refines processes to improve efficiency and achievement of goals and objectives.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Skills for Success:<ul><li>Eight years relevant experience preferred; equivalent combination of education and progressive experience may be accepted.</li><li>Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field</li><li>Ability to work some evening and weekend hours</li><li>Bilingual or multilingual (English/Spanish/Creole) a plus.</li></ul>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:<ul><li>Behaviors reflect a belief that individuals from diverse backgrounds lead to a more successful organization.</li><li>Educates oneself about DEI issues within the organization and community.</li><li>Demonstrates a willingness to become aware of and address one’s own implicit biases.</li><li>Deliberately works to include individuals from underrepresented backgrounds in efforts both internally and externally as appropriate.</li><li>Identifies and integrates the tools and resources needed to create more equitable environments.</li></ul>

Neighborhood Resource Center

United Way Suncoast

Centennial

Director, Grant Development

The Community School Coordinator at Ramos Elementary in Allentown, PA is responsible for strategically aligning and coordinating before, during and after school interventions, activities, programs and supplemental services at the school site to promote success with students, families and staff.  Coordinated resources and programs must address key priority areas for the school such as boosting family engagement to drive better outcomes with attendance, behavior, literacy, math and youth engagement.  Salary range $57k - $59k.

United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley

Community School Coordinator Ramos Elementary

If you love building and maintaining relationships, organizing and collaborating with a variety of groups, and know how to “get things done,” then United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County (UWABC) is where you want to be. The Community School Coordinator at Erwin Middle School is part of UWABC’s Community Schools team and works 4 of 5 days onsite at Erwin Middle.  The Coordinator works in concert with the school principal, parents, community leaders and other UWABC staff to promote the school’s vision and the school improvement plan through strengthening the <a href="https://learningpolicyinstitute.org/sites/default/files/product-files/Community_Schools_Effective_INFOGRAPHIC.pdf" target="_blank">four pillars of an effective community school</a> while holding true to UWABC’s long-term strategic vision.Position is responsible for supporting student academic achievement by addressing barriers to necessary services and supports, promoting active family and community engagement, and enabling more efficient and effective use of key resources.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Facilitate a Community School Assets and Needs Assessment<ul><li>Lead community conversations and surveys with key stakeholders</li><li>Collaborate with School Partnerships Manager and Data and Evaluation Manager on data analysis, visualization and communication to the school community, partners, and UWABC staff </li><li>Utilize the assessment to guide the work of the Resource Team, including potential program investments </li></ul>Resource Team and Supports<ul><li>Develop, convene, and guide the Resource Team to align the work with school improvement goals, asset and needs assessment findings, and community school strategies and initiatives</li><li>Maintain Resource Rooms</li><li>Partner with UWABC departments to build capacity of the Community Schools initiative</li></ul>Support the School’s Student Success Planning Team<ul><li>Serve on key school teams focused on student attendance, behaviors and academic performance</li><li>Represent community-based organizations and individual volunteers at the school level</li><li>Build capacity and infrastructure to link students with beneficial services</li><li>Share best practices between the school and community-based organizations and volunteers </li></ul> Support Student Achievement<ul><li>Work with school administration and staff to create a positive learning environment</li><li>Identify and connect students to quality in-school and out-of-school time programs and volunteer services</li><li>Support transition year initiatives </li></ul>Support School Faculty and Staff<ul><li>With support of UWABC’s Community Engagement Team, train and coordinate volunteers to support before, during and after-school priorities</li><li>Serve on pertinent school teams such as the School Improvement Team</li><li>Promote faculty and staff appreciation efforts </li></ul>Engage and Support Parents and Families<ul><li>Work with school administration and staff to create a welcoming environment for parents and families</li><li>With support of the Family and Community Engagement Manager, host weekly Community Nights and other family events</li><li>Co-create, promote and coordinate family and community engagement opportunities</li></ul>Serve as an active member of the Asheville Buncombe United for Youth (U4Y) Network<ul><li>Participate in U4Y check-in meetings and professional development</li><li>Share relevant U4Y information and strategies with school faculty, staff and volunteers</li></ul>Partnerships, Data Evaluation, and Continuous Quality Improvement <ul><li>Collect and organize required data </li><li>Communicate progress toward Resource Team and Community School goals</li><li>Support partnership protocols and agreements in conjunction with the Community Partnerships Director</li><li>Write and produce reports required by UWABC, grantees, school district and U4Y</li></ul>Other Related Duties and Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide programmatic supervision to an assigned intern(s) from a local university </li><li>Manage an operations budget</li><li>Serve on relevant UWABC committees and community groups/collaboratives</li></ul>This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are associated with the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Minimum Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Social Service or other related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience</li><li>Experience in education and/or youth development</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work in a complex and collaborative environment with cross-sector teams and partners</li><li>Valid North Carolina Driver’s License with a driving record that meets insurance requirements</li><li>Commitment to the <a href="https://www.unitedwayabc.org/vision-mission" target="_blank">mission and guiding principles</a> of UWABC and ability to model those principles</li></ul>Technical Skills, Abilities and Other Requirements<ul><li>Proficient with software, including Google Suite (or similar programs) and strong ability to learn and use a variety of other platforms (e.g.Airtable, Asana)</li><li>Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and use a variety of software platforms and new skills</li><li>Ability to review and critique multiple organizational sets of data, both qualitative and quantitative</li><li>Understanding of the public education system and youth service organizations</li><li>Experience leading diverse, interagency teams and/or workgroups working toward a common goal</li><li>Previous experience with volunteer management, program development and evaluation</li><li>Skilled in public speaking</li><li>Work well independently and on teams</li><li>Comfort facilitating complex conversations both 1:1 and in groups of all sizes</li><li>Ability to work in a complex and collaborative environment with schools and partners</li><li>Experience handling sensitive &amp; confidential information</li><li>Holds self and other team members accountable for achieving results</li><li>Prior experience implementing events </li></ul>Nice to Have<ul><li>Multilingual abilities</li><li>Understanding of Asheville and Buncombe County school systems and youth service organizations</li><li>Experience with any of the following (or similar): Salesforce, Airtable, PowerBI, and PowerSchool or other school data/information systems</li></ul>Work Environment The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals who are differently abled to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to:<ul><li>Sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear</li><li>Use finger and hand motion</li><li>Must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 20 pounds </li><li>Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus</li><li>Moderate level of stress caused from tight deadlines or work focused on equity in education</li><li>Moderate level of mental and/or visual fatigue and/or eyestrain may result from looking at a computer screen for extended periods of time</li><li>Regular work in the community at meetings and events</li><li>Occasional work outside of normal business hours</li><li>Drive a vehicle within the region</li><li>Moderate office noise level</li></ul>This position is exempt from overtime regulations. Typical work hours at the school are 7:30 AM-4:00 PM but may vary each week depending upon evening (and sometimes weekend) family and community engagement events.Reports To: School Partnerships ManagerSupervises: 1 or more internsHours: 40/weekSalary and Benefits: $45,437 to $50,485 annually plus full benefits, including: paid vacation, sick and personal leave; employer contributions to 401(k); contributions to health, dental and vision insurance benefits; self-care fund, life and disability insurance; and coaching and support.United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UWABC Office

United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County

Community School Coordinator - Erwin Middle School

If you love building and maintaining relationships, organizing and collaborating with a variety of groups, and know how to “get things done,” then United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County (UWABC) is where you want to be. The Community School Coordinator at Enka Middle School is part of UWABC’s Community Schools team and works 4 of 5 days onsite at Enka Middle.  The Coordinator works in concert with the school principal, parents, community leaders and other UWABC staff to promote the school’s vision and the school improvement plan through strengthening the <a href="https://learningpolicyinstitute.org/sites/default/files/product-files/Community_Schools_Effective_INFOGRAPHIC.pdf" target="_blank">four pillars of an effective community school</a> while holding true to UWABC’s long-term strategic vision.Position is responsible for supporting student academic achievement by addressing barriers to necessary services and supports, promoting active family and community engagement, and enabling more efficient and effective use of key resources.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Facilitate a Community School Assets and Needs Assessment<ul><li>Lead community conversations and surveys with key stakeholders</li><li>Collaborate with School Partnerships Manager and Data and Evaluation Manager on data analysis, visualization and communication to the school community, partners, and UWABC staff </li><li>Utilize the assessment to guide the work of the Resource Team, including potential program investments </li></ul>Resource Team and Supports<ul><li>Develop, convene, and guide the Resource Team to align the work with school improvement goals, asset and needs assessment findings, and community school strategies and initiatives</li><li>Maintain Resource Rooms</li><li>Partner with UWABC departments to build capacity of the Community Schools initiative</li></ul>Support the School’s Student Success Planning Team<ul><li>Serve on key school teams focused on student attendance, behaviors and academic performance</li><li>Represent community-based organizations and individual volunteers at the school level</li><li>Build capacity and infrastructure to link students with beneficial services</li><li>Share best practices between the school and community-based organizations and volunteers </li></ul> Support Student Achievement<ul><li>Work with school administration and staff to create a positive learning environment</li><li>Identify and connect students to quality in-school and out-of-school time programs and volunteer services</li><li>Support transition year initiatives </li></ul>Support School Faculty and Staff<ul><li>With support of UWABC’s Community Engagement Team, train and coordinate volunteers to support before, during and after-school priorities</li><li>Serve on pertinent school teams such as the School Improvement Team</li><li>Promote faculty and staff appreciation efforts </li></ul>Engage and Support Parents and Families<ul><li>Work with school administration and staff to create a welcoming environment for parents and families</li><li>With support of the Family and Community Engagement Manager, host weekly Community Nights and other family events</li><li>Co-create, promote and coordinate family and community engagement opportunities</li></ul>Serve as an active member of the Asheville Buncombe United for Youth (U4Y) Network<ul><li>Participate in U4Y check-in meetings and professional development</li><li>Share relevant U4Y information and strategies with school faculty, staff and volunteers</li></ul>Partnerships, Data Evaluation, and Continuous Quality Improvement <ul><li>Collect and organize required data </li><li>Communicate progress toward Resource Team and Community School goals</li><li>Support partnership protocols and agreements in conjunction with the Community Partnerships Director</li><li>Write and produce reports required by UWABC, grantees, school district and U4Y</li></ul>Other Related Duties and Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide programmatic supervision to an assigned intern(s) from a local university </li><li>Manage an operations budget</li><li>Serve on relevant UWABC committees and community groups/collaboratives</li></ul>This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are associated with the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Minimum Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Social Service or other related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience</li><li>Experience in education and/or youth development</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work in a complex and collaborative environment with cross-sector teams and partners</li><li>Valid North Carolina Driver’s License with a driving record that meets insurance requirements</li><li>Commitment to the <a href="https://www.unitedwayabc.org/vision-mission" target="_blank">mission and guiding principles</a> of UWABC and ability to model those principles</li></ul>Technical Skills, Abilities and Other Requirements<ul><li>Proficient with software, including Google Suite (or similar programs) and strong ability to learn and use a variety of other platforms (e.g. Airtable, Asana)</li><li>Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and use a variety of software platforms and new skills</li><li>Ability to review and critique multiple organizational sets of data, both qualitative and quantitative</li><li>Understanding of the public education system and youth service organizations</li><li>Experience leading diverse, interagency teams and/or workgroups working toward a common goal</li><li>Previous experience with volunteer management, program development and evaluation</li><li>Skilled in public speaking</li><li>Work well independently and on teams</li><li>Comfort facilitating complex conversations both 1:1 and in groups of all sizes</li><li>Ability to work in a complex and collaborative environment with schools and partners</li><li>Experience handling sensitive &amp; confidential information</li><li>Holds self and other team members accountable for achieving results</li><li>Prior experience implementing events </li></ul>Nice to Have<ul><li>Multilingual abilities</li><li>Understanding of Asheville and Buncombe County school systems and youth service organizations</li><li>Experience with any of the following (or similar): Salesforce, Airtable, PowerBI, and PowerSchool or other school data/information systems</li></ul>Work Environment The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals who are differently abled to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to:<ul><li>Sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear</li><li>Use finger and hand motion</li><li>Must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 20 pounds </li><li>Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus</li><li>Moderate level of stress caused from tight deadlines or work focused on equity in education</li><li>Moderate level of mental and/or visual fatigue and/or eyestrain may result from looking at a computer screen for extended periods of time</li><li>Regular work in the community at meetings and events</li><li>Occasional work outside of normal business hours</li><li>Drive a vehicle within the region</li><li>Moderate office noise level</li></ul>This position is exempt from overtime regulations. Typical work hours at the school are 7:30 AM-4:00 PM but may vary each week depending upon evening (and sometimes weekend) family and community engagement events.Reports To: School Partnerships ManagerSupervises: 1 or more internsHours: 40/weekSalary and Benefits: $45,437 to $50,485annually plus full benefits, including: paid vacation, sick and personal leave; employer contributions to 401(k); contributions to health, dental and vision insurance benefits; self-care fund, life and disability insurance; and coaching and support.United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Community School Coordinator- Enka Middle School

Position Summary The Vice President of Finance and CFO is responsible for providing strategic leadership and financial stewardship for United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona (UWTSA) by partnering with the Executive Management Team to establish long-range goals, strategies, plans and policies. The Vice President of Finance and CFO is responsible for directing the fiscal functions of UWTSA in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board and other regulatory and advisory organizations and in accordance with financial management techniques and practices appropriate for not-for-profit organizations. This position reports directly to the President/CEO.United Way offers competitive wages and a generous benefits packet with employer contributions for full time employees including medical, dental, 401K, HRA, PTO, 12 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 range: $125,000 - $140,000 annually with potential for generous incentives   Duties and Responsibilities  •    In partnership with the CEO and the Executive Management Team, develop and drive execution of UWTSA’s fiscal strategies and actions.  •    Evaluate and advise on the impact of long-range planning, introduction of new programs/ strategies and regulatory action. •    Maintain credibility for the finance group by providing accurate and timely analysis of budgets, financial reports and financial trends in order to assist the Board, CEO, management and staff in performing their responsibilities.  •    Ensures compliance with all applicable financial and tax regulations and United Way Membership requirements (which includes all applicable local, state and federal laws).  •    Safeguards UWTSA’s operations and assets from financial and operational risks.  •    Effectively communicates and enforces financial policies and procedures as well as establishes and monitors internal controls. •    Oversee, coordinate and prepare for the annual external financial audit and any government, other funding source or regulatory audits. •    During the on-site portion of the audit, work with external auditors to ensure the audit is completed in a smooth, efficient and timely manner. •    Oversee corrective action if any items are reported in the audit management letter. •    When necessary, act as the Internal Auditor by ensuring compliance with all accounting policies and procedures and by improving internal controls where necessary. •    Provide staff leadership to various committees to include but not limited to: Audit Committee, Finance Committee, and Investment Committee. •    Provide leadership in an ongoing assessment of UWTSA’s financial performance against both the organization’s budget and its short and long-term strategies. •    Enhance and/or develop, implement and enforce policies and procedures of the organization by way of systems that will improve the overall operation, effectiveness and internal control structure of corporation. •    Oversee all grants (Federal, State, and County). Work with program staff on financial aspects of grants. Ensure reconciliation of all grants with general ledger on a regular basis and ensure completion of all forms as required by grantor.  •    Provide strategic financial input and leadership on decision-making issues affecting the organization; i.e., evaluation of potential alliances acquisitions and/or mergers and pension funds and investments.  •    Optimize the handling of bank and deposit relationships and initiate appropriate strategies to enhance cash position.  •    Develop a reliable cash flow projection process and reporting mechanism that includes minimum cash threshold to meet operating needs.  •    Evaluate the finance division structure and team plan for continual improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the group and provide individuals with professional and personal growth.  •    Provide technical financial advice and knowledge and excellent customer services as a component of all job duties. •    Participate in continual improvement of the budgeting process through education of department managers on financial issues impacting their budgets.  •    Be an advisor from the financial perspective on any contracts into which the corporation may enter.  •    Participate on Facilities Team for maintaining occupancy of facilities/space in buildings on the United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona campus. •    Perform other duties as assigned. •     Supervisory Responsibilities:  Leads or builds a team that enables UWTSA to succeed. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the finance department. Ensures staff work plans are aligned with UWTSA’s mission and strategic goals.  Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with UWTSA’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Conducts timely performance evaluations. Coaches, mentors and assists staff in professional growth and development within UWTSA and the community.  QUALIFICATIONS Experience, Competencies and Education  Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with five or more years of not-for-profit experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferably a master’s degree and/or Certified Public Accountant.  A qualified candidate will be an energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image; a strategic visionary with sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment and strong operational focus with a demonstrated capacity to establish and promote productive partnerships and collaborative efforts with a diverse group of constituents. Must have a valid AZ Driver’s License, proof of current automobile insurance and daily access to a reliable vehicle.  Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs. as necessary.  Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule and adjust it as required by changing activities.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.

United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona

Vice President of Finance and CFO

Summary    Develop and cultivate relationships with public and private organizations, foundations, and individuals for philanthropic support of United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona’s vision, mission, services, and programs. This position designs and implements a comprehensive development strategy in cooperation with the development team, leverages existing relationships to secure individual gifts and expand corporate support, adhering to best practices in fundraising.          This is a full time, exempt position, reporting to and working directly with the Associate Vice President of Annual Campaign.  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, 11 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: $45,011 - $49,982ResponsibilitiesDevelopment•    Directly manage a robust portfolio of corporate accounts. •    Develop and cultivate successful business/personal relationships with key employees and CEOs, where accessible, in assigned industries and accounts. •    Facilitate peer-to-peer CEO relationships in largest workplaces.  •    Achieve budgeted goals with priority accounts by increasing campaign revenue. •    Identify, cultivate, and engage prospects and donors. •    Fulfill Community Engagement component of United Way mission by participation in at least one Chamber of Commerce or one professional networking organization. •    Develop and implement additional strategies to increase dollars available for investment in community impact areas from assigned individuals/industries and accounts. •    Develop strategies to prospect, cultivate, solicit, and grow Leadership Givers in assigned industries and accounts. •    Work with Associate Vice President, Annual Campaign to prospect, cultivate, solicit, and grow Tocqueville Society members in assigned industries and accounts. •    Evaluate and monitor each campaign's progress, identify potential problems, and report results to managers and volunteer leadership. •    Develop partnerships between accounts and United Way that result in increased participation in Days of Caring, Sponsorships, Gifts-in-Kind, Special Events and Corporate Engagement. •    Work with the marketing department to create impactful donor-centric materials.  •    Timely processing of donor and account information for entry into CRM, achieving monthly and quarterly benchmarks.Sponsorships and Events•    Identify, market and secure mutually beneficial sponsorships to underwrite events and recognition strategies. •    Coordinate and participate in organization-wide events, partnerships and activities. •    Identify partnership opportunities with organizations and companies based on their philanthropic interests and United Way impact areas.Volunteer Management•    Prepare volunteers for individual and account calls, campaign cabinet meetings, reports, public appearances, and any other function of responsibility. •    Train volunteers about the United Way community impact work and their role and responsibilities on the campaign cabinet. •    Utilize volunteer’s skills and knowledge to call on assigned accounts and implement campaign practices and strategies. •    Communicate challenges and successes to campaign volunteers throughout campaign.Management Functions•    Provide excellent customer service as a component of all job duties. •    Perform duties in accordance with United Way policies and procedures.  •    Other Duties as assigned.  Qualifications, Skills and Abilities•    Bachelor's degree with two to four years of professional level experience in development/fundraising or related field required. •    Demonstrated success in fundraising campaigns, sales and/or project management.  Strong relationship-building skills (i.e., sales/business development, fundraising, or external customer service). •    Excellent verbal/written communication and presentation skills.  Outgoing and enthusiastic a must. •    Preferred Bilingual (not required) •    Demonstrated skills using Windows-based software, including Internet browsers, e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. •    Demonstrated ability to tactfully handle stressful situations, negotiate and resolve conflicts, maintain confidentiality and to respect and observe organizational protocol. •    Ability to perform job with integrity, mission, vision, and values consistent with United Way of Tucson and Southern AZ and hold self and other team members accountable for achieving results.  •    Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, adjust it as required by changing activities, and travel to work in a variety of locations throughout metro-Tucson. •    Physical requirements include ability to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds, standing for extended periods, ability to walk moderate distances both indoors and outside in connection with attending various events. •    Must possess a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, daily access to reliable vehicle.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.

Development Officer 

Job Summary
The Cradle to Career Partnership (C2C) of Pima County is a county-wide initiative to prepare every child for success in school and life, ensuring the economic vitality of our community.
As part of a collaborative team, the Data Manager is responsible for analysis, creating impactful visualizations, sharing results, researching relevant data sources and best practices, and collaborating with C2C partners and stakeholders to use data for improved educational outcomes in our community. This position reports to the Associate Vice President.  The position is ideal for a motivated individual who is eager to learn, detail-oriented, proactive, a systems thinker, and communicates effectively.  Work is done primarily in the office with expected local and out of state travel. 
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, 12 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>.
Wage: $23.07/hr.  - $26.44/ hr. This is a grant funded full-time, non-exempt position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities 
<ul><li>Ensure impactful and action-oriented engagement of C2C stakeholders and partners related to data use and continuous improvement.</li>
<li>Assist in collecting, cleaning, analyzing, and visualizing data, including client surveys, student assessments, and publicly available data related to education/career outcomes.</li>
<li>Monitor and document the progress of partners and collaboratives, including identifying metrics and outcomes.</li>
<li>Facilitate internal and external meetings to drive collaborative community action with data.</li>
<li>Update data tools, such as interactive dashboards and data reports.</li>
<li>Support the implementation of technologies and tools to increase effective data use, internally and externally.</li>
<li>Provide technical support for a shared online case management data tool, including participating in relevant training to ensure data quality and create customized reports.</li>
<li>Present community and partner data and insights to communicate progress and impact.</li>
<li>Upholds high standards of data security, privacy, and ethics.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>Qualifications, Skills and Abilities
<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in education, public administration, family studies, human services, psychology, social work, public health, social science research methods or a related field.</li>
<li>Experience and/or coursework in basic statistics, evaluation, data visualizations, research methodology, or related areas.</li>
<li>Experience creating analytical products such as visualizations, dashboards, metrics, etc.</li>
<li>Knowledge of publicly available datasets, particularly education and employment outcomes.</li>
<li>Experience and/or coursework in collective impact, community development, needs assessment, or related areas preferred.</li>
<li>Experience engaging with community organizations to support collaboration and co-ordination preferred.</li>
<li>Ability to define problems, gather data and information to draw conclusions to support evidence-based decision-making.</li>
<li>Demonstrated success in managing multiple projects and strong organizational skills.</li>
<li>Ability to manage details and work proactively and independently.</li>
<li>Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interpersonal skills required.</li>
<li>Ability to effectively engage and communicate with diverse audiences and communities.</li>
<li>Experience in continuous quality improvement tools and techniques preferred.</li>
<li>Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.</li>
<li>Experience with data visualization and/or data analytics platforms such as Tableau, Alteryx, or equivalent.</li>
<li>Experience with data management and tracking tools such as ETO, Apricot, or equivalent preferred.</li>
<li>Passion for making data actionable while managing the quality and accuracy of data and analytics.</li>
<li>Commitment to ensuring equity and excellence in education for children.</li>
<li>Knowledge of early education and K-12 and post-secondary landscape and issues, including alternative educational pathways, is highly desired.</li>
<li>Ability to work flexible hours as needed depending on organizational needs and high-volume conditions.</li>
<li>Must possess current and valid Arizona Driver’s License and provide proof of auto insurance.</li>
<li>Ability to maintain composure under high-volume conditions.</li>
<li>Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs. when necessary.</li>
</ul>CONFIDENTIAL DATA
This position has access to sensitive and confidential information and is trusted to maintain these files and documents properly. These documents include but are not limited to, financial information, grantee information, and other business-related material. Failure to safeguard this information could result in a loss of trust and reputation internally and externally.
Upon hire and/or prior to starting employment with us, the successful candidate will be required to provide evidence of COVID vaccination or provide proof of eligibility for medical exception.

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