Associate, Development - Hybrid

United Way Miami Inc•Miami, FL

4h•$47,390 - $51,511•Hybrid

About The Position

United Way Miami, Inc. is hiring an Associate, Development to join their team. This role involves collaborating closely with the fundraising team to create and implement an annual donor relations plan for their portfolio, ensuring meaningful and impactful engagement with donors. The position aims to foster positive interactions with existing donors and support the cultivation of prospects to increase the donor base. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, proactive, possess strong communication skills, excellent follow-up and interpersonal skills, be able to multitask, and have a strong team mentality.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, or donor relations.
Two to three years of nonprofit donor relations/fundraising experience.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant tools including modern web browser.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Communicate with all levels of the organization to exchange information, collect information, solve problems, negotiate solutions, and cultivate relationships.
Communicate with volunteers, donors/contributors, general public, vendors, and United Way agencies to exchange information, collect information, solve problems, negotiate solutions and cultivate relationships.

Nice To Haves

Experience with donor management software (e.g., Andar) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage a limited Account Portfolio to include goal setting, donor stewardship and cultivation, and individual solicitations.
Responsible for meeting an established fundraising goal within existing portfolio and through new business opportunities, which may include, but are not limited to, new corporate donors, individual donors, donor increases, new sponsorships, and new foundation or grant opportunities.
Oversee donor relations efforts, building and maintaining relationships with the United Way’s donors.
Utilize Andar software to track donor engagement and activities effectively.
Respond promptly to donor inquiries via phone and email.
Provide support for sponsorships, including but not limited to guest list management and communication related to special events.
Strategically implement reports into the fundraising approach, utilize United Way’s customer relationship management tool, Andar, and maintain data quality and integrity.
Pull reports as needed and analyze data for accuracy. When necessary, work with internal teams to correct inaccuracies and update reports to fit current business needs.
Provide comprehensive administrative support related to donor relations, including drafting correspondence, scheduling meetings, and conducting research as needed.
Initiate and execute essential donor relations functions including, but not limited to, acknowledgement letters and packages, engagement communications, and donor follow-up and renewal communications.
Occasionally represent United Way Miami at internal and external events for purposes of donor cultivation and prospecting.
Remain aware and attentive to new business opportunities through interactions with new and existing donors.
Originates new concepts, ideas, and approaches to a more effective and efficient way of working.