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United Way · 20 hours ago

Director Regional Engagement

Hartford, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$95K/yr - $100K/yr

5+ years exp

United Way is seeking a Director of Regional Engagement to develop and implement engagement strategies for Regional Advisory Boards and their communities. The role focuses on building long-term strategies for community involvement, fundraising, and volunteer opportunities to create sustainable change.

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Responsibilities

Understand local communities and develop and maintain effective relationships with community stakeholders and public/private partners to address United Way priorities

In partnership with leadership volunteers and community partners, identify needs, assets, partners, resources, and innovative approaches to achieve intended community goals

Develop and implement comprehensive engagement strategies that align interests of individuals/groups served by Regional Advisory Boards with United Way’s community priority areas; this includes opportunities for year-round, seasonal, and/or episodic giving, advocating and volunteer experiences, to be developed in partnership with cross-functional team

Develop knowledge of all United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut programs and initiatives and represent United Way in the community as needed, both during and after regular business hours

Serve as a bridge between communities in internal content area experts and make connections as needed and appropriate to ensure strong United Way representation in regional areas

Oversee management of regional fundraising efforts and community projects; and ensure effective engagement of volunteers (individuals and teams) in support of these strategies

Cultivate deeper relationships with United Way volunteers, donors and constituents through recruitment, relevant training, and ongoing communication; ensure appropriate/relevant follow-up including acknowledgement for engagement

In partnership with Philanthropy team, develop and implement engagement opportunities appropriate to United Way affinity groups

Develop and implement strategies related to ensuring community voice is reflected in United Way programs and events, such as community conversations - including reaching diverse constituents, timely and appropriate follow-up with participants, execution of on-going follow-up, theming, and sharing information with internal/external audiences

Participate in cross-functional team to support United Way’s product development work with emphasis on relationship between community impact products and resources needed to effect change, and regional interest in funding and volunteering in support of these products

Coordinate internal staff team in support of engaging Regional Advisory Boards that serve to execute on United Way’s mission, vision, and goals in local communities

Develop and/or sustain partnerships with other volunteer networks, including local colleges and universities

Maintain contact records, committee lists and track regional activities in the organization’s Customer Relationship Management System (CRM)

Supervise Regional Engagement Coordinator and serve as a member of the organization’s Expanded Leadership team

Other duties as required

Qualification

Volunteer managementCommunity organizingProject managementData analysisMicrosoft OfficeRelationship-orientedDrives engagementCommunicationCross-functional collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in human services, communications, social work, public policy, or related field and/or equivalent experience

Minimum five years' experience in volunteer management, social impact design, corporate community relations, project management, community organizing, or other related areas

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Technology skills including expertise with Microsoft Office and database management; willingness to learn new applications and identify innovative ways for technology to support organizational objectives

Familiarity with asset-based and/or social impact design approaches to community development, volunteerism, and corporate philanthropy

Project management skills: ability to multitask, problem-solve, prioritize, delegate, and to create systems and processes

Requires excellent knowledge, skills and abilities in data analysis and insight generation, translation of complex issues into actionable efforts

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple priorities, and able to react and adjust quickly to changing conditions

Excellent communication skills; able to communicate effectively and articulately in writing and orally

Ability to keep his/her composure with the public and co-workers in everyday, stressful situations

Ability to relate well with people from diverse groups

Holds self and other team members accountable for achieving results

Top priority is to create real social change that leads to better lives and healthier communities. This drives performance and professional motivations

Some night and weekend hours are required