Workplace Fundraising Specialist

United Way of Central Indiana works to bring the resources
of philanthropy, government, corporations, the social sector, and
neighborhoods together to confront generational poverty head on and
ensure a better future for our neighbors in need. This is an
ambitious time to join United Way as we embark on a
five-year strategic plan to reduce the number of households
experiencing poverty and financial instability. To make a
significant impact in our region, United Way is looking for
dedicated, confident, and compassionate team members who live our
shared values of inclusivity, courage, accountability, respect, and
excellence.  United Way of Central Indiana works to bring the
resources of philanthropy, government, corporations, the
social sector and neighborhoods together to confront
generational poverty head on and ensure a better future for our
neighbors in need. 

Position Summary 

United Way of Central Indiana (UWCI) recognizes that the
key to success is a strong and cohesive
team that works through shared values to achieve our
mission. The Workplace Fundraising Specialist will help
advance the mission of United Way of Central Indiana by cultivating
and maintaining relationships with key corporate partners
and donors to grow giving and engagement with
United Way of Central Indiana. This individual will achieve
annual fundraising and engagement goals by executing an
annual giving campaign for assigned portfolio of
corporate accounts with an emphasis on building relationships with
corporate partners and their employees. The Workplace Fundraising
Specialist will collaborate with key volunteers to develop and grow
employee giving at corporate partners, including consistent
touchpoints with company contacts, exploring employee engagement
opportunities, and developing individual donor
messaging.  

Position Duties &
Responsibilities 

The following statements are intended to describe the general
nature and level of work being performed. They are not
intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so
classified.

• Fundraising:
• In conjunction with UWCI Internal Teams, develop and implement
  high-level strategies designed to maintain and grow the fundraising
  and engagement for corporate partners and their employees in
  assigned portfolio through year-round engagement.
• Steward, cultivate and engage leadership level executives
  within assigned portfolio to build a broad base of support for UWCI
  focused fundraising activities with key corporate partners.
• Creatively explore and introduce additional UWCI opportunities,
  as appropriate (i.e., volunteerism, sponsorships,
  etc.). Identify and communicate with appropriate UWCI team
  members regarding opportunities to leverage these relationships
  more broadly.
• Write and deliver informative and engaging presentations on
  UWCI’s mission and vision in front of varying audience sizes.
  Communicate impact stories that promote donor acquisition,
  retention, and growth. Be knowledgeable about UWCI’s work in
  Central Indiana and be an effective and compelling communicator to
  advance engagement and brand value. 
• Maintain and track communication with external partners,
  including corporate partners and individual donors within
  Salesforce CRM.

• Track campaign progress in online giving platforms and through
  Salesforce CRM. Proactively intervene and troubleshoot as needed to
  positively impact campaign outcomes.

• Leverage data to provide strategic, targeted account management
  and excellent customer service, leading to long-term strategic
  plans with aggressive goals. 

• Internal Relationships:  
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders on projects, as
  assigned, to further UWCI’s work. 
• Work with UWCI’s Major Gifts, Volunteer Engagement, Community
  Impact, Strategic Information & Intelligence, and Brand teams
  to identify, develop and implement opportunities to communicate
  community impact work and UWCI goals and priorities to key
  stakeholders.

• Annual Goals: Achieve established goals
  for annual fundraising and engagement. Work with the Workplace
  Fundraising Senior Manager to ensure goals reflect, align, and
  contribute to the broader goals of the
  organization.  
• Flexibility: UWCI is evolving with our
  changing external environment. Flexibility is a key attribute for
  this position. A willingness to take on additional duties to ensure
  the success of the team is essential. Performs special assignments
  and other work on an as-needed basis. Role requires travel 10-15%
  of the time within UWCI service
  area.  

Qualifications 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
perform each essential job
function satisfactorily. The requirements listed are
representative of the basic knowledge, skills, and/or abilities
required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. The individual in this role must display the
highest level of integrity and confidentiality. United Way also
values innovative thinking, and a successful candidate will be a
self-starter who can work within the team to achieve
goals and objectives. The individual should have effective
communication skills, attention to detail, organization,
flexibility, and adaptability. The individual will also maintain
knowledge of trends in their area of responsibility
and reviews literature to understand key
issues. 

This individual regularly navigates Salesforce CRM database and
utilizes Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint to illustrate data
and information to a wide range of audiences. Routinely writes
detailed reports and correspondence and responds to questions
and/or complaints. Routinely speaks effectively and in a compelling
manner before groups of customers, clients, and/or employees of
corporate accounts. 

This individual routinely solves practical problems and deals
with a variety of concrete variables in situations where
standardization exists. Able to interpret a variety of instructions
furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

This individual makes limited decisions and determines best
methods to solve problems by referring to established precedents
and policies. Impact of decisions is usually low to moderate
cost. 

Education and/or Experience 

1 to 2 years of experience in fundraising, public
administration, sales, marketing. Bachelor’s degree
is required. An associate degree with relevant work
experience would be considered. Knowledge of the central
Indiana community and the human service sector is
preferred.  

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, a
strong reputation for integrity and professionalism, ability to
resolve conflict constructively, ability to build strong
relationships both inside and outside UWCI, ability to think
strategically, commitment to fostering an inclusive environment
consistent with UWCI’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. Must
have the ability to prepare and explain performance, manage a
diverse group of donors and volunteers, manage projects and
workload, and engage constructively with the other members of the
UWCI team. 

*Work experience may substitute for education requirements on
a case-by-case basis.

Position Leader: Workplace Fundraising Senior
Manager

Position Leads: N/A 

FLSA Status: Exempt,
Full-Time           

Salary Range: Upper 40’s to Mid 50’s

Benefits: Complete Benefits Package
Available 

Reviewed: March 2024 

            Equal
Opportunity Employer

Please apply at
uwci.org/careers

This position description does not constitute a contract of
employment or a guarantee of any terms or conditions of employment.
UWCI employees are employed on an at-will basis. In addition,
nothing in this position description restricts UWCI’s right to
assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at
any time.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website
below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept
applications through our website.

https://uwci.hirecentric.com/jobs/230878-40421.html