Resource Development Coordinator

United Way of Southwest Virginia•Abingdon, VA

8d•$45,000 - $55,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Development Coordinator works directly with other Development Team Members to achieve UWSWVA's fundraising goals by providing resource development expertise, strategic accounts management, and hands-on coordination. As a member of the UWSWVA team, the Development Coordinator contributes to the strategic goals and priorities for the organization's year-round resource development efforts by building and sustaining resources. The Development Coordinator reports to the Director of Development to carry out the work of United Way's mission of leading community change to improve people's lives in Southwest Virginia.

Requirements

"Can Do!" attitude and a heart for serving people in need.
Strong commitment to maintaining integrity and confidentiality of donor information.
Ability to assign, direct and coordinate the activity of volunteers and monitor progress on delegated work.
Ability to manage and lead staff members to reach goals.
Ability to build strong relationships among donors and key stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively with other staff, volunteers, and community leaders while managing multiple priorities and tasks, achieving results, and meeting deadlines.
Ability to develop, implement and manage budgets and project plans.
Ability to facilitate meetings and groups.
Computer Proficiency and Experience: Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Adobe, and Publisher.
Knowledge of audiovisual production and event planning.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, organizational and prioritizing skills, and relationship-building skills.
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university preferred, with minimum 3 years related experience in sales or development required.
Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance required.
Access to reliable, high-speed internet at home required.

Nice To Haves

Preference given to applicants who reside in the United Way of Southwest Virginia service area
Available to attend early morning, evening, and/or weekend meetings on a periodic basis
Should be able to travel independently throughout Southwest Virginia

Responsibilities

Organize and manage the annual workplace giving campaign within assigned geographical and/or divisional areas, meeting specific goals, timelines, and strategies for each area and/or division as established by the Director of Development.
Responsible to plan and carry out the recruiting, orientation, and training of fundraising volunteers and provide ongoing motivational support, aid, and technical assistance within assigned areas of responsibility.
Follow the call plan assigned by the Director of Development to include cold calls to generate new revenue to meet the organization’s financial goals.
Track and record donor touchpoints using donor database.
Complete all account invoicing and acknowledgement letters.
Oversees all volunteer recruitment, on-boarding, management, and close-out, including seasonal internship positions.
Completes all Amazon account orders for programs.
Manages and oversees the execution of the Week of Caring initiative annually.
Conducts community outreach activities, attends community events to represent United Way of Southwest Virginia, as appropriate and approved by Development Director.
Maintain relationships with key donors to ensure year-round support and assistance to promote the United Way and its programs and initiatives in the community.
Develop new partnerships and giving opportunities through workplace campaigns to broaden the base of financial support for United Way by furthering current and prospective donors' engagement and retention and fostering their long-term relationships with the organization.
Work in conjunction with other Development Team Members in the planning, organizing, and carrying out of special events.
Collaborate with the Development Team and the Director of Development to review previous campaign performance and giving histories, possible areas for improvement or increase, local economic conditions, and other relevant information to help determine realistic yet growth-oriented fundraising potentials.
Assist with donor mailings, recognition of donors, and communication with donors regarding inquiries, donations, and invoices as requested.
Monitor campaign progress tracking and other data-oriented campaign processes. Engage people in giving to United Way and advocacy and volunteering to support the United Way mission.
Manage Development Department’s Asana project management work.
Promote United Way as a community impact agent.
Maintain strict confidentiality of all donor information.
Provide excellent customer service to partners, key donors, and prospects.
Participate in all events and activities, demonstrating the ability to be a good colleague, proactive collaborator, and team builder.
Perform other duties and assume additional responsibilities as assigned.