REPORTS TO: President and Chief Executive Officer

PURPOSE: Director, Resource Development is charged to maximize the United Way of

Central Virginia’s fundraising and development potential in order to enhance the caring power

of Central Virginia and provide more resources to address critical human service needs.

Special emphasis is placed on innovative strategies and improved donor services to

achieve new annual campaign levels.

DESIRED OUTCOMES

· Reach or exceed the Annual Campaign goal.

· Expand business/company campaigns by 10% annually.

· Increase Leadership Giving and emphasize retiree component.

· Identify additional sources of revenue.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Facilitate the planning, implementation and evaluation of United Way’s development strategies including the annual campaign, major gifts, planned giving and corporate sponsorships.

· Serve as a member of the management team that works collaboratively to achieve organizational goals.

· Provide direction and support to campaign chair, cabinet and volunteers for the annual campaign.

· Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to create effective materials and events.

· Develop and utilize an effective donor relations management system.

· Work with Finance to effectively manage fundraising accounting system.

· Identify and build partnerships that will leverage the United Way’s resources in the community.

· Be an active leader in the Central Virginia region and position the United Way as a partner in creating effective long-term solutions to high priority social problems.

· Assume responsibility for other projects as assigned by the President.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

· Proven record of accomplishment in leading/managing fundraising campaigns.

· Demonstrates collaborative leadership skills, strong interpersonal skills and project management skills.

· Advance degree in Non Profit Management, Public Administration or Business Administration is preferred or experience commensurate with job requirements.

· Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

· Proficient in computer applications for managing and tracking fundraising resource development activities.

-Moderate travel required/must have valid driver’s license

Please email cover letter and resume to katherine.keaton@unitedwaycv.org