Resource Development Coordinator- Spanish Speaking preferred

POSITION SUMMARY

The Resource Development Coordinator will generate and increase resources of United Way of Lane County by leading a portfolio of diverse public and private sector partners across Lane County; support workplace fundraising campaigns and engagement strategies (including networking, authentic participation, recognition, events, and other efforts); and provide administrative and database support, ultimately ensuring United Way has needed resources to help every child in Lane County succeed in school and life. This position requires weekly in-person collaboration and some local travel, with some flexibility for remote work a few hours per week. Approximately 50% in office minimum.

A day in the life of the Resource Development Coordinator: You'll be spending a lot of your time out in the community, talking to business owners, leaders and employees about United Way's work, participating in professional networking groups, and building relationships that help United Way stay connected to the business community and grow partnerships. This will be balanced with detailed office work in partnership with team members from our finance and operations department to keep our database up to date. We're looking for someone who can be an authentic spokesperson and champion for our work, comfortable talking both one on one and presenting to large groups, and who also has an eye for detail.

This position works closely with operations and marketing and communications staff and with all UWLC staff and departments; businesses; donors; nonprofit agency partners; community service groups; government agencies. This position is connected to, and engaged with peer Local United Ways and United Way Worldwide colleagues for continuous learning, growth and consideration of new ideas.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF POSITION

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed below at a satisfactory level:

• Ground fundraising efforts in anti-racism, systemic oppression, equity, wealth disparity, intersectionality, and other areas important to social justice.
• Build relationships with current donors, engage new, diverse donors, and increase giving of those with capacity.
• Diversify UWLC donors through research and cultivation of diverse donors and fundraising prospects.
• Generate revenue, leading a portfolio of individual, non-workplace donors through regular meetings and correspondence.
• Create opportunities for donors to further their understanding of the complexity of this work.
• Approach fundraising efforts as holistic and transformative, not transactional.
• Encourage donors to see how they and their families also benefit from the work they are donating to sustain.
• Generously share resources, ideas, and promising practices in fundraising and other areas with nonprofit partners and colleagues.
• Authentically partner with our community members when asking them to be involved in fundraising efforts.
• Contribute to a culture of philanthropy, accountability, and joy in fundraising.
• Help develop and implement engagement and fundraising strategies to enhance and grow revenue, current and prospective donors.
• Help guide and support affinity groups, including support for the Racial Justice Fund and Emerging Leaders.
• Coordinate donor and partner recognition process.
• Work with Marketing & Communications department to support larger United Way events and engagement activities.

• Manage database/donor tracking efforts and support communications.
• Coordinate direct mail solicitations to workplace and non-workplace donors throughout the year in partnership with the Director of Individual Giving, Director of Annual Giving, Marketing & Communications Manager, and Database Analyst.
• Maintain accurate database records.
• Attend United Way and key community functions and events, as appropriate.
• Provide administrative support for Resource Development team.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum requirements include:

• Associate's Degree/equivalent relevant work experience and minimum 2 years of successful fundraising or consultative sales experience, project/event management, and customer relations.
• Bicultural, multicultural preferred
• Bilingual preferred, particularly Spanish/English proficiency

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all required duties, responsibilities and skills. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable disabled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.

SALARY STATEMENT

The budgeted lifespan salary range for this position is currently $18.11 to $22.64 per hour. Proffered salaries are determined by several factors including applicant's knowledge, ­­­skills, experience, position, equity, and market.

COMPETENCIES

An individual must be able to demonstrate the following competencies at a satisfactory level:

Commitment to Anti-Oppression - Committed to advancing in anti-racism and anti-oppression and embedding it at the core of all facets of work. Considers various perspectives and prioritizes marginalized voice and experience in decisions and actions. Willingly learns, adapts, and grows continually personally and professionally.

Accountability/Results Orientation - Assumes accountability for the achievement of assigned work activities/tasks. Collaborates with others to agree upon desired results/outcomes and timeframe. Takes ownership of work methods/processes and seeks to continuously enhance them. Behaves ethically and honestly in all activities done on behalf of UWW and the movement. Demonstrates a commitment to UWW's values, including diversity and inclusiveness.

Decision-Making/Risk-Taking - Gathers and analyzes pertinent information to aid in decision-making. Helps others to make effective decisions by providing needed information in an organized and thoughtful way.

Teamwork Collaboration - Contributes to the achievement of team objectives by helping others to complete tasks on own initiative. Shares information/ideas with other team members. Carries out assigned work projects. Identifies ways to make a greater contribution to the team. Able to adapt quickly to changing conditions or performance expectations. Able to focus on assignments during periods of change and/or uncertainty.

Relationship Management - Utilizes rapport to build trust and collaboration with others. Identifies and shares mutual benefits/needs in working together. Is ethical in dealing with others to achieve the desired results. Interacts and communicates with diverse stakeholders effectively. Fosters and maintains working relationships across the United Way system.

Communications - Expresses basic ideas in a clear, concise manner. Writes routine office correspondence. Communicates work results to team leaders in a timely manner. Shares information with team members willingly.

Innovation/Creativity - Adopts techniques to new situations. Finds new ways of utilizing existing information, ideas, concepts and/or strategies. Willingly shares recommendations for improvements to work systems, procedures or products. Uses initiative and ingenuity to decide how best to meet commitments.

ABOUT UNITED WAY OF LANE COUNTY

United Way of Lane County brings people, organizations, and systems together to create a community where every child succeeds in school and life. We work toward this vision by focusing on four primary outcomes: families are healthy and stable; kids enter kindergarten ready to learn; students are successful in elementary school; and youth have the knowledge, skills and credentials to pursue their dreams. We know that when we invest in our children today, we benefit our collective future.

We are a member of a national network of local United Ways, each bringing people together from all walks of life to address local challenges and be a part of local solutions.

United Way of Lane County is located in Springfield, OR with local and remote employment opportunities; all positions will begin remotely as we continue to refine our policies regarding office presence; we are open to considering candidates who may need to work remotely and/or out-of-area full-time. We offer a competitive salary and generous benefits package including flexible work schedules and professional development opportunities; "dress for your day" dress code; volunteering opportunities and leave; and paid time off (PTO). Additionally, we offer access to comprehensive health, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance; employee assistance program (EAP); and a 403(b) plan. We encourage growth and upward mobility-and want you to succeed in a diverse, inclusive, and ethical workplace.

United Way of Lane County seeks diverse, qualified professionals who want to make a difference in our local communities. We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, veteran status, marital status, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics, in accordance with applicable laws. Learn more in the "EEO is the Law" poster here. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please e-mail jreynolds@unitedwaylane.org or call 541-741-6000 and provide the nature of your request and your contact information.

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UNITED WAY OF LANE COUNTY'S DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT OF PRINCIPLE

We value the visible and invisible qualities that make you who you are.

We welcome that every person brings unique perspective and experience to advance our work building a community where every child succeeds and we all thrive.

We strive to embed diversity, equity, and inclusion practices at the center of our daily work.

We believe that every community member, donor, volunteer, advocate, and employee has an equally valuable role in helping solve community problems.

We commit to using these practices for our business and our communities.

Join us in advancing diversity, equity and inclusion and creating a community where every child succeeds in school and life.

Current Openings for Resource Development Coordinator Spanish Speaking preferred Jobs at United Way of Lane County