Community Action Development Manager- REPOST
Make a difference by helping to create pathways out of poverty!
Beloit, WI 
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Job Description
Responsible to the Executive Director for sustaining a culture of philanthropy. Individual supports this culture through donor relations, staff/volunteer training and partnership with the Public Relations Manager as the Fund Development team. Plans, coordinates and implements development strategies that match organizational strategic plan Individual is responsible for relationship management with volunteers, donor management, research and cultivation, gift processing and recognition. Individual must have strong interpersonal, communication, problem-solving and organizational skills, as well as access to reliable transportation. Must exercise independent judgment, initiative and flexibility.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.
 
CORE VALUES:
  • Initiative:  Self-starter requires minimal supervision, requests additional assignments or responsibilities; suggests and implements improved work methods.
  • Relationships:  Projects a positive attitude and relates effectively with others to build strong working relationships built on a foundation of honesty, compassion and respect. Promotes and maintains appropriate professional boundaries.
  • Problem Solving:  Identifies problems, secures relevant information and implements solutions.
  • Planning and Organizing:  Establishes and manages work priorities; efficiently allocates time and utilizes available resources appropriately; effectively handles multiple assignments.
  • Cultural Competency:  Commitment to learning and integrating cultural differences into day to day practices.  Ability to react and interact with those of a different background effectively in order to fulfill agency mission.
  • Attention to Safety:  Assists in the creation of a safety culture by working in a safe manner; reports unsafe situations and accidents; follows safety procedures; requests and uses safety equipment and safety techniques; and participates in safety training.
  • Attendance/Punctuality:  Team member is on time and prepared for meeting with participants and stakeholders internal and external to the organization
 
Create and Implement Philanthropic Culture
  • Collaborate with the Executive Director and core fund development team to create strategic fundraising plans that align with the agency’s strategic plan.  Work collaboratively with the Public Relations Manager to ensure that marketing plan enhances fundraising plans and goals.
  • Establish goals, action plans, and benchmarks to build the organization's overall philanthropy program and donor base. Execute on action plans to meet to further the mission and vision of the agency.
  • Identify potential donors, solicit major gifts and nurture relationships with donors at all levels.
  • Mobilize the Board of Directors to maximize their support. Build relationships with board members to help identify opportunities for collaboration.
  • Expand the agency’s connections through staff, board and volunteer contacts.
  • Research corporations and institutions, build relationships with stakeholders and present successful grant applications.
  • Establish performance measures, monitor results and evaluate the effectiveness of fund development efforts.
Fund Development Operations
  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and internal financial compliance relating to events, donors, and ethical conduct for fundraising professionals.
  • Oversee and update agency donor database
  • Analyze donor trends and provide detailed reports regarding giving history, patterns and results
  • Work with finance department to reconcile development records with profit & loss statements to ensure accurate reporting.
  • Attend and utilize agency events and local business networking opportunities to build philanthropic giving and market the organization in alignment with the agency strategic plan.
  • Identify, cultivate, recruit, and develop fundraising volunteers
 
NON ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following
 
The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the major functions of this position and are not intended to be a detailed description of all the work/functions that may be required
 
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 
  • Responsible for the supervision of staff and volunteers relating to fundraising
 
QUALIFICATIONS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelor degree preferably in Marketing or Public Relations or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. 
  • Preference will be given to candidates with a minimum of three years of diverse fundraising experience, including major gifts, institutional giving, events and special campaigns. Preferably with a background or commitment to anti-poverty work and non-profit agencies.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: 
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as grant and funding requests, policy and procedure manuals, professional journals, technical procedures or government regulations and contracts.
  • Exceptional communication and influencing skills. A commitment to leading efforts to build a culturally diverse and competent environment.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community and board of directors. 
  • Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. 
 
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
  • Knowledge of basic math facts: adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, fractions and percentages. 
  • Ability to read and interpret budgets and financial statements.
 
REASONING ABILITY:  
  • Ability to visualize end results of a multi-faceted project, develop procedures to attain results within broad guidelines, apply policies and practices to resolve problems independently.
  • Ability to use analysis and judgment in the adaptation and interpretation of established practices and procedures to meet problems and situations within a defined role.
  • The ability to prioritize within an environment that includes multiple and competing deadlines.
 
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:  
  • Access to reliable, licensed, insured driver and transportation.
 
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  
  • Individual must be passionate about the mission of the organization and cultural competency.
  • Familiarity with Rock and Walworth counties and issues related to poverty.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple time-sensitive tasks simultaneously.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and written skills are required.
  • Engaging, personable, and outgoing.
  • Advanced capabilities with Microsoft Office, fundraising, and grant tracking systems.
  • Experience taking initiative and working successfully with a fundraising team.
  • Ability to utilize electronic communication and social media tools for stewardship and marketing purposes.
  • Proficient ability to follow basic budget and financial transaction procedures. 
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of records/information and establish priorities to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects and work in a deadline driven environment.
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
  • Specific vision requirements of the job include close and distance vision.
  • Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
  • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment.
  • Kneeling, bending at the waist, and reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, to retrieve and store files and supplies; lifting and carrying of objects up to 25 pounds.
 
WORK ENVIRONMENT:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  The normal work environment is an interior office.
 
The job description does not constitute an employment contract between Community Action and the employee and is subject to change by Community Action as the needs of the department and the requirements of the job change.
Community Action is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

 

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Job Summary
Company
Community Action, Inc.
Start Date
Two weeks
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Hours per Week
35
Salary and Benefits
This position is eligible for benefits after the initial waiting period. Benefits include: Health Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance, Group Term Life, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability, FSA, generous PTO and paid holidays.
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
3+ years
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