Current Heartland United Way Openings:
Development Director
The Organization: Heartland United Way, a local non-profit organization, is dedicated to improving lives and creating opportunities for people to thrive. Collaborating with a network of community partners, we strive to build brighter futures in education, health, and financial stability across Hall, Hamilton, Howard, and Merrick Counties. We seek passionate, mission-focused individuals who excel in relationship-building and are committed to achieving impactful results.
The Position: The Development Director will be pivotal in cultivating donor relations, overseeing community impact initiatives and driving workplace campaigns. This role requires a strategic thinker with robust leadership skills, a talent for relationship-building and a strong commitment to advancing our mission.
The Opportunity: The Development Director will provide strategic guidance to community programs, build partnerships with stakeholders, and develop strategies to create thriving communities. They will drive fundraising efforts by cultivating relationships with donors and organizations, support workplace campaigns, contribute creative ideas for campaign materials, and coordinate grant applications. Additionally, they will collaborate with partners on impact-driven objectives, represent the organization in community coalitions, and maintain accountability through detailed reporting and data evaluation for community impact projects.
The Qualifications: The ideal Development Director should possess exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic skills to drive impactful community initiatives. They are deeply passionate about positive change and community well-being, demonstrate strong leadership skills and collaborate with stakeholders to identify needs and find effective solutions. Highly organized, proficient in relevant software and detail-oriented, they bring creativity, innovation, and adaptability to their work. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are crucial for conveying the organization's message persuasively. Overall, they are passionate, personable, and dedicated to fostering meaningful connections that contribute to the organization's success.
The Next Step: To apply for the Development Director position, please submit your resume and cover letter to Karen Rathke, President, at karen@heartlandunitedway.org. Include "Development Director Application" in the subject line of your email.
Please complete the Heartland United Way Employment Application linked here.
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