Individual Giving Officer

Website United Way of Central Alabama

Position Summary:

Responsible for supporting the Director of Individual Giving with leadership fund-raising and

stewardship through affinity groups. Primarily responsible for assigned affinity groups and prospects.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage assigned UWCA Affinity Groups (including record keeping, volunteer management, event planning)
  • Responsible for the continued growth of assigned groups and engagement of members.
  • Identify, recruit, train, and manage volunteer leadership for each assigned society.
  • Work with society volunteer leadership to plan and host events for members.
  • Create intentional meetings with qualified society members to build and maintain a portfolio of donors.
  • Prospect for both new and existing donors who can increase their current level of giving.
  • Regularly collaborate with other departments to achieve coordination of activities.
  • Prepare required fundraising reports and share strategies with other United Ways.
  • Supervise the stewardship plan process for assigned UWCA Affinity Groups and review all applicable donor communications.
  • Organize and maintain current leadership donor files in partnership with the Director of Individual Giving.
  • Acts as United Way representative at various community functions, donor engagement events, and divisional committees maintaining high visibility and continual relationship building.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Knowledge & Skills:

  • Experience in sales, community relationship development, and general knowledge of fundraising best practices.
  • Working knowledge of community, nonprofit organizations, and the social and economic structure of the community.
  • Willingness to continually grow and develop knowledge of local industries and corporate environments.
  • Eagerness to learn about and grow community knowledge of United Way and partner agencies.
  • Ability to grasp ideas and translate them into positive actions and results through problem solving skills.
  • Ability to organize and supervise fundraising efforts involving multiple volunteers, companies, and donors.
  • Ability to motivate self and others.
  • Strong professional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be able to demonstrate competency in word processing, excel and database management.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience:

Two to five years of experience with United Way or other fundraising organization, social service agency, or a background in sales or marketing.

Required:

Reliable transportation, proof of automobile insurance and valid driver’s license.

Working Conditions:

Normal office environment involves some travel and occasional overtime.

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