Job Title: Development Manager

Department: Resource Development

Supervisor: Director of Development

FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Salary Band: $45,000/annually

Posted Date: 5 December 2024

Purpose: The Development Manager works to maximize annual revenue and donor engagement through workplace campaigns by developing, cultivating and managing relationships.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Along with other Resource Development staff, carry out duties related to the annual campaign, including, but not limited to, volunteer recruitment, volunteer trainings, CEO Visits, & Thank You Process 
• Support volunteers within assigned division/accounts to include analyzing prior campaign results and developing annual strategic plan to meet established campaign goals 
• Manage an assigned list of 6-8 workplace campaigns per year; build and maintain relationships with key contacts at workplace campaign accounts 
• Maintain contact during post campaign period to provide year-round engagement 
• Assist and direct ECC’s in execution of activities for a successful campaign 
• Manage, monitor and adjust account strategy by analyzing account data & industry trends 
• Build realistic company goals that will maximize account potential & create engagement plans 
• Prioritization of accounts based on greatest growth potential 
• Execute administrative functions of workplace campaigns, such as: Presentations, materials, reports, database entry, mail solicitations and acknowledgements 
• Technology/Database: Pledge processing as needed; assists in maintaining data integrity 
• Responsible for generating new and expanded business  
• Maintain a visible profile in the community by developing relationships with organizations that will further promote and enhance the United Way 
• Work with Marketing to ensure timely creation and development of campaign materials  
• Maintain a solid understanding of United Way’s mission, vision, and funded initiatives  

Qualifications: 

• Professional, positive, and friendly interpersonal and customer service skills. Commitment to equality, kindness, integrity, and confidentiality at all times. 
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, and/or public relations/customer services.     
• Preferred: Previous experience in fundraising, development, sales, communication and/or public relations capacity desired. Working knowledge of relationship-based fundraising procedures and philosophies.  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in person and on the phone 
• Effective and engaging presentation skills 
• Ability to work in a dynamic, inclusive team environment with a community-centered philosophy.  
• Adaptable with strong multi-tasking & prioritizing skills. 
• Able to work both independently and with teams of staff and volunteers. 
• Knowledge of social media industry trends and best practices 
• Experience managing volunteers preferred 
• Able to independently and pro-actively work on key projects. A great deal of initiative and self-direction is essential to this position 
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships both internally, across the organization and externally with vendors, media partners and other stakeholders 
• Attention to detail and ability to write, edit and respond quickly 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, SharePoint, Planner, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) & adaptable and open to new technology and applications 
• Valid driver’s license required 
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends occasionally   

Additional Information:

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work to be performed by the person in this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the job.

To Apply:

To apply, please email your Resume and Cover Letter to jobs@unitedcv.org.

It is the policy of the United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants, regardless of an individual’s race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, religion, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.