United Way
Chief Development Officer
United Way, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
About Us
For 120+ years, United Way of Salt Lake (UWSL) has served and strengthened the greater Salt Lake community.
Since 2001, UWSL has worked to address the root causes of poverty by building partnerships with schools and communities that improve education outcomes for all.
In 2011, UWSL narrowed its focus to have greater impact - connecting people to basic needs services through 211, and improving education outcomes from cradle to career through Promise Partnership Utah.
Today, UWSL is a nationally recognized organization working as part of Utah’s Promise to achieve transformational results for kids and families.
Our Mission
Mobilize the people, resources, and partnerships needed for every Utahn to have their basic needs met, and for every child to succeed in school.
Our Vision
100% of Utah kids and families thriving.
Position Overview
United Way of Salt Lake (UWSL) and Utah’s Promise (UP) are seeking a Chief Development Officer (CDO) to lead the efforts for all development activities at the organization.
We are looking for a dynamic, organized, passionate, skilled, disciplined, equity-centered, and strategic leader to manage and maintain excellent relationships with a growing Engagement team, an engaged Board of Directors, and a growing portfolio of major gifts, planned gifts, annual, foundation, and corporate donors.
This opportunity is ideal for a goal-driven leader who loves to promote mission-driven work to prospects and donors, enjoys coaching and developing team members, delivers exceptional stewardship/customer service, and understands the importance of a robust fundraising infrastructure and disciplined execution of strategies.
This role will elevate the organization's vision and secure resources to further the innovative work of UWSL/UP. Driven by a passion for relationships and impact, they will lead the organization in achieving and exceeding ambitious goals. This position is an integral part of the executive team and will be a strategic partner to the CEO in the creation, development, and execution of a comprehensive fundraising and revenue-generating program.
Role & Responsibilities
Fundraising
Support the organization’s priorities using a donor and community-centered fundraising approach.
Create and implement an annual strategic fundraising plan.
Maintain a portfolio of major gift donors.
Collaborate with the CEO to refine donor strategies.
Inspire donors, partners, and the community to action.
Oversee gift processing through policies and systems.
Utilize data to drive decision-making.
Carry out donor meetings, cultivation activities, and special events.
Partner with the VP of Strategic Communications and Marketing.
Identify and implement opportunities for donor recognition.
Leadership
Establish and model collaborative, inclusive behaviors.
Set and achieve fundraising goals.
Work with the CEO and CFO to develop financial strategy.
Monitor progress against the organization’s plans.
Provide regular updates on revenue sources.
Provide fundraising leadership to the Board.
Compensation & Benefits
The salary range for this full-time, exempt position is $130,000 - $160,000. UWSL provides a wide range of benefits to its employees including competitive medical, dental, vision insurance, a 6% retirement match, and generous PTO.
Who are you?
You lead with powerful charisma based on confidence, compassion, and humility.
You are hungry to evaluate what is needed and to put systems in place for fundraising efficiency.
You are a skilled communicator and enjoy building relationships.
You love to win and share credit.
Additional Skillset & Attributes
Five+ years of leadership experience managing development teams.
Proven record of closing gifts of $100,000+.
Demonstrated success in developing and managing relationships.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Strong financial acumen.
Find Us At:
uw.org/about/careers
utahspromise.org
promisepartnership.org
211utah.org
Or Email:
Lia@pathwaygroup.co
To Apply Visit:
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/27801 40/Chief-Development-Officer
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For 120+ years, United Way of Salt Lake (UWSL) has served and strengthened the greater Salt Lake community.
Since 2001, UWSL has worked to address the root causes of poverty by building partnerships with schools and communities that improve education outcomes for all.
In 2011, UWSL narrowed its focus to have greater impact - connecting people to basic needs services through 211, and improving education outcomes from cradle to career through Promise Partnership Utah.
Today, UWSL is a nationally recognized organization working as part of Utah’s Promise to achieve transformational results for kids and families.
Our Mission
Mobilize the people, resources, and partnerships needed for every Utahn to have their basic needs met, and for every child to succeed in school.
Our Vision
100% of Utah kids and families thriving.
Position Overview
United Way of Salt Lake (UWSL) and Utah’s Promise (UP) are seeking a Chief Development Officer (CDO) to lead the efforts for all development activities at the organization.
We are looking for a dynamic, organized, passionate, skilled, disciplined, equity-centered, and strategic leader to manage and maintain excellent relationships with a growing Engagement team, an engaged Board of Directors, and a growing portfolio of major gifts, planned gifts, annual, foundation, and corporate donors.
This opportunity is ideal for a goal-driven leader who loves to promote mission-driven work to prospects and donors, enjoys coaching and developing team members, delivers exceptional stewardship/customer service, and understands the importance of a robust fundraising infrastructure and disciplined execution of strategies.
This role will elevate the organization's vision and secure resources to further the innovative work of UWSL/UP. Driven by a passion for relationships and impact, they will lead the organization in achieving and exceeding ambitious goals. This position is an integral part of the executive team and will be a strategic partner to the CEO in the creation, development, and execution of a comprehensive fundraising and revenue-generating program.
Role & Responsibilities
Fundraising
Support the organization’s priorities using a donor and community-centered fundraising approach.
Create and implement an annual strategic fundraising plan.
Maintain a portfolio of major gift donors.
Collaborate with the CEO to refine donor strategies.
Inspire donors, partners, and the community to action.
Oversee gift processing through policies and systems.
Utilize data to drive decision-making.
Carry out donor meetings, cultivation activities, and special events.
Partner with the VP of Strategic Communications and Marketing.
Identify and implement opportunities for donor recognition.
Leadership
Establish and model collaborative, inclusive behaviors.
Set and achieve fundraising goals.
Work with the CEO and CFO to develop financial strategy.
Monitor progress against the organization’s plans.
Provide regular updates on revenue sources.
Provide fundraising leadership to the Board.
Compensation & Benefits
The salary range for this full-time, exempt position is $130,000 - $160,000. UWSL provides a wide range of benefits to its employees including competitive medical, dental, vision insurance, a 6% retirement match, and generous PTO.
Who are you?
You lead with powerful charisma based on confidence, compassion, and humility.
You are hungry to evaluate what is needed and to put systems in place for fundraising efficiency.
You are a skilled communicator and enjoy building relationships.
You love to win and share credit.
Additional Skillset & Attributes
Five+ years of leadership experience managing development teams.
Proven record of closing gifts of $100,000+.
Demonstrated success in developing and managing relationships.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Strong financial acumen.
Find Us At:
uw.org/about/careers
utahspromise.org
promisepartnership.org
211utah.org
Or Email:
Lia@pathwaygroup.co
To Apply Visit:
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/27801 40/Chief-Development-Officer
#J-18808-Ljbffr