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Position Summary&nbsp;The Senior Grants Manager manages Community Foundation and United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties’ (CF UWVFC) strategic investment efforts. The goal of this position is to increase the organization’s ability to drive positive change by strategic investments in the community through grantmaking and grant management. United Way professionals should exhibit core competencies: mission-focused, relationship-oriented, collaborator, results-driven and brand-steward.Duties and Responsibilities&nbsp;Business Acumen &amp; Strategic Direction<ul><li>Participate in community and business environment by serving in civic groups, on committees, and in groups that will advance the mission of CF UWVFC.</li><li>Contribute to the growth and development of organizational resources and capacity.</li><li>Ensure alignment of internal initiatives with strategic direction.</li><li>Manage contracts, grant agreements and budgets.</li><li>Steward non-profits through grant application and award process.</li><li>Oversee 2-1-1 database, referrals and subcontract.</li></ul><ul><li>Develop and direct the management of the VITA Program.</li></ul>Outward Turning<ul><li>Develop strong relationships with non-profits and attend events.</li><li>Build non-profit partnerships to distribute endowment funds to positively impact the community.&nbsp;</li><li>Identify, write, and manage grants and sponsorship opportunities that align with the CF UWVFC’s strategic investment goals.</li></ul>Talent Management &amp; People Development<ul><li>Manage and coordinate all efforts of the Coordinator and volunteers including: assign and monitor all job responsibilities, maintain positive staff relations, conflict resolution, and ensure the organizational resources are used to their maximum potential.&nbsp;</li><li>Receive and provide feedback in a constructive way.</li></ul>Operational Planning &amp; Execution<ul><li>Plan and support events as needed.</li><li>Assist the Vice President of Operations with strategic planning and execution of the annual goals.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Qualifications&nbsp;<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in a related field OR four years of relevant work experience.</li><li>Team player with the ability to work with CF UWVFC senior management to achieve organizational goals.</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking and presentation skills.</li><li>Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate the key stakeholders, peers and staff.</li><li>High degree of professional integrity to deal ethically with confidential information.</li><li>Ability to work under minimal supervision.&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent computer skills (minimum of Microsoft software programs).</li><li>Possess a valid driver’s license and have use of insured motor vehicle.</li></ul>&nbsp;Preferred<ul><li>Grant writing and grant and contract management experience.</li></ul>Working Conditions &amp; Physical Requirements&nbsp;Work is carried out in a controlled, agreeable environment as generally represented by normal office conditions.&nbsp; Employees may be required to assist with or attend various offsite events related to programs or fund raising that are scheduled evenings and/or weekends.&nbsp; These events may&nbsp;require several hours on your feet and assisting with heavy lifting and carrying.Direct Reports-&nbsp;CoordinatorUnited Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the organization’s policy to abide by all laws pertaining to fair employment practices and to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, religion, gender identification, sexual orientation, national origin, handicap or disability, or marital or veteran status.&nbsp;Date last reviewed/revised: September 13, 2024

Community Foundation & United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties

United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties ES

United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties, Inc.

Senior Grants Manager

Job Description 
Position Title Philanthropic Advisor 

Department Development Reports To – Vice President of 
Development

FLSA Status – Exempt Classification – Full Time UWW Code - 

Announcement

The Community Foundation and United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties seeks an ambitious, inquisitive 
and solution-minded individual to serve as a Philanthropic Advisor. The ideal candidate will have: 
Required: 

 • 3-5 years of professional experience
 • Ability to connect with high-net worth clients through active listening
 • Capacity to provide solutions tailored to clients’ needs and goals
 • Pipeline building experience including identifying leads, developing strategies for introductions,

creating and executing professional presentations, and the ability to close
 • Polished, professional presentation skills
 • Competency to learn and effectively utilize various technology systems

Preferred: 
 • Professional designation (CAP, CFP, CFRE, etc.)
 • Charitable planning experience
 • High dollar sales or fundraising experience

Core Responsibilities 
Effective Fundraising 

 • Listens to the needs, interests, and passions of the donor with an eye towards connecting them
with community work.

 • Prioritize and support the philanthropic goals of donors by developing individualized plans for
success.

 • Engage in development process of research, identification and prioritization of appropriate new
donor opportunities and coordinate an introduction to the Foundation.

 • Facilitate execution of fund agreements.
 • Drive revenue through special events such as the Celebration of Philanthropy, donor

engagement events, etc.

Strategic Relationship Management 
 • Practices strong written and oral communication skills.
 • Understands and can articulate the donor-centric benefits of our organization that is both a United 

Way and a Community Foundation.
 • Actively utilizes all available resources to respond to donor goals.
 • Cultivate relationships with existing and prospective donors to further the goals of the 

organization.


 • Cultivate and manage relationships with professional advisors to increase awareness of the 
organization and promote charitable giving in financial and estate planning.

 • Serve as a spokesperson for the integrity, role and value of the organization.
 • Foster public awareness and understanding of the organization and its work through 

presentations to professional advisors, prospective donors, community organizations and other 
interested groups.

Entrepreneurial and Innovative 
 • Considers new opportunities to achieve goals and drives improvement in process.
 • Stays current in the technical aspects of charitable giving including tax law, technology, etc.
 • Recognizes the power of effective stewardship (thanking donors, informing them about the impact

of their gift, 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.

Business Development and Sales 
 • Oversee the management of the day-to-day needs of fundholders, leveraging the expertise of 

colleagues as needed.
 • Develop presentations and proposals, donor relationship review reports and well-written 

correspondence with donors.
 • Demonstrate ability to achieve a strong proficiency in utilization of CRM.
 • Ability to close a sale and support donor interests.

Qualifications 

-Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution OR 3-5 years of experience in sales, nonprofit 
management, development, or other field. 
-Experience in fund-raising, gift-planning, and/or sales activity in a non-profit or for-profit setting. 
Professional designation in fundraising preferred. 
-Strong interpersonal relationship skills. 
-Professional and polished presentation skills. 
-Written and oral communication proficiency. 
-Driver’s license. 

Working Conditions &amp; Physical Requirements 
Work is carried out in a controlled, agreeable environment as generally represented by normal office 
conditions. Employees may be required to assist with or attend various offsite events related to programs 
or fund raising that are scheduled evenings and/or weekends. These events may require several hours on 
your feet and assisting with heavy lifting and carrying. 

Direct Reports – 
N/A 

Date last reviewed/revised: 9/6/2024


<ul>	<li>Effective Fundraising</li>
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Philanthropic Advisor

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