Development Director

Job Summary :

Candidates should take the time to read all the elements of this job advert carefully Please make your application promptly.

This position mobilizes the organization’s resources for effective campaigning. Responsible for effectively cultivating financial resources necessary for the growth of the United Way of Cumberland County. Support other positions within the organization toward the attainment of the organization’s mission.

The successful candidate will be an articulate, well written, detail-oriented team player who shows exemplary judgment (particularly in regard to media messaging). A deep passion for helping those in need is crucial for success in this role.

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities :

• Effectively carry out all responsibilities as resource team leader and serve as liaison to the campaign / fundraiser volunteers and chairs.
• Design and organize an annual fundraising plan and goal.
• Facilitate the annual campaign through communication with companies and their campaign coordinators, scheduling of events / speakers, supplies needed for their campaigns, etc.
• Monitor campaign activities division by division in order to identify problems and opportunities, and develop appropriate responses.
• Compose solicitation letters for all divisions handled by mail.
• Research and maintain an awareness of current and developing campaign techniques in areas of group solicitation, corporate solicitation and individual solicitation.
• Organize an annual new accounts development plan.
• Manage end of campaign “clean-up” to assure that all accounts and prospects have been properly contacted.
• Prepare cultivation list of companies and execute a plan for contact prior to campaign.
• Assist with completing Database 2 Report as required by United Way Worldwide in a timely manner.
• Manage a timely thank you campaign process.
• Develop and implement a yearly benefactor’s program.
• Acquire grants for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library Program and other United Way initiatives throughout the year.
• Participate in general staff meetings; provide expertise and support to all divisions of the organization when needed in support of the organization plan.
• Work with Marketing Coordinator to develop a marketing plan for effective public information and communication efforts to create year-round high visibility for the United Way.
• Develop training materials for campaign managers for annual workplace campaign as well as other United Way work areas as assigned. This includes events like Campaign Manager trainings and agency tours.
• Development of the annual local campaign video, providing storyline, recruiting video participants and getting necessary clearances.
• Plan, organize and oversee Campaign Manager trainings / luncheons, etc., Campaign Kickoff and Awards / Wrap Up, Marquis Social and other Campaign events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities : No direct supervisory responsibilities.

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Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $48,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

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Work Location : In person.

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Salary : $48,000 - $55,000