Jobs at United Way

Community Impact Coordinator

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The Position:

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The Community Impact Coordinator of United Way of Franklin County works with supervision and support from the Executive Director to assist in meeting the mission and goals of United Way of Franklin County by coordinating events and activities that strengthen the impact of United Way of Franklin County Programs and Community Outreach.

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Position is part time, working approximately 25 hours per week.

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Core Competencies:

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• Professional attitude and appearance

• Guest care focus: Anyone who enters the doors of UWFC is a guest: volunteers, donors, community members and fellow employees are all treated equally and go before the needs of the individual

• Progressive thinking, with understanding of philanthropic trends and best practices in Donor centered fund raising 

• Ability to work as part of a team; building effective, collaborative relationships to advance business outcomes

• Ability to generate excitement and energy around United Way of Franklin County’s mission and activities, encouraging others to provide financial support

• Comprehension and appreciation of metrics and performance indicators used to measure progress

• Successful public speaking and training/facilitation experience

• Commitment to maintain confidentiality in all appropriate matters

• The United Way professional is a steward of the United Way brand, growing and protecting the reputation and results of the organization

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Qualifications:

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• Competency with computer systems, including donation tracking software, Microsoft Suite, and web-based tools sufficient to access and update donor information and communications for United Way of Franklin County

• Relates positively with guests and team of United Way and can draw upon knowledge of relationships and community to advance opportunities for donor engagement

• Flexibility to handle hectic times during peak campaign activities and other programming efforts

• Well organized, self-motivated, efficient and detail oriented

• Bachelor’s degree or comparable balance of education and experience required, bi-lingual preferred

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Responsibilities:

 

1. Event Coordination

• Plans and coordinates events for United Way of Franklin County including but not limited to food and school supply drives, children’s events, industry fairs and mixers, educational activities, and fundraising events

• Works actively with community partners, sponsors, committees, and volunteers to execute activities

• Works proactively to plan timelines and deadlines

• Works with vendors to plan timely promotional activities and publicity. Assists with communication to stakeholders and community using accessible promotional tools

• Represents United Way of Franklin County at community events and meetings as deemed appropriate to match the mission and initiatives of the organization

• Coordinates volunteer support for event activities with the assistance of the Community Engagement Officer of United Way of Franklin County

 

2. Program Development

• Develops UWFC programming plans to support organizational goals for outreach and development

• Builds relationships and works collaboratively with Program and Community Partners to further the impact of United Way of Franklin County

• Coordinates application process, reporting process, and ongoing relationship development with funded partners of United Way of Franklin County

• Identifies and strengthens opportunities for volunteerism, collaboration, and initiative development through United Way of Franklin County

• Engages in strategic planning for the growth of United Way of Franklin County

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3. Team Support

• Works collaboratively with other members of the United Way Team to balance day to day operations such as financial entry, updating office information systems as well as donor and volunteer care

• Assists in maintaining a positive and professional work environment

• Works with other team members to support other duties and regular activities of the organization

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How to Apply:

Please submit resume and cover letter to Amy Hicks at ahicks@uwfcpa.org. United Way of Franklin County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.