Development Officer

UNITED WAY OF LARIMER COUNTY, INC.•Fort Collins, CO

11d•$57,000 - $60,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of the Resource Development team, the Development Officer role at United Way of Larimer County manages a diverse portfolio of resource development and fundraising campaigns and initiatives with an emphasis on soliciting corporate, employee, and individual contributions. The Development Officer will call on individuals and companies within Larimer County and garner their financial support to help realize community goals for initiatives pertaining to literacy, child care and financial stability. The Development Officer is responsible for promoting United Way of Larimer County’s mission in Larimer County through relationship building, excellent customer service, and corporate/individual fundraising activities.

Requirements

Clear and concise communication is essential for effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders. Ability to deliver informative and engaging speeches to live and virtual audiences is essential.
Proficiency in overseeing initiatives and projects from beginning to completion, ensuring seamless coordination and successful outcomes within established parameters.
Attention to detail, organizational skills, and analytic and strategic thinking are critical to building donor confidence and trust.
Proficient in using Constituent Relationship Management software/databases, online giving platforms, and project management tools is essential for effectively planning, organizing, and executing fundraising campaigns. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is expected.

Nice To Haves

Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in sales, fundraising, and/or account management, with a commitment to equity and inclusion.
Creative Thinking: Innovative thinking is essential for developing unique fundraising concepts, themes, and experiences that engage donors while adhering to budget and logistical constraints.
Leadership Skills: Proven capacity to inspire teams, delegate tasks, and manage personnel dynamics inclusively, fostering a positive work environment to achieve development objectives.
Problem-Solving Aptitude: Quick thinking, adept problem-solving skills, and solution implementation are crucial for navigating situations and ensuring successful development outcomes.
Education: Academic or experiential background in sales, fundraising, account management, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be substituted for education.
Commitment to Mission: Genuine passion for the nonprofit sector, aligned with the organization's mission, values, and commitment to equity, learning, and making a positive impact.

Responsibilities

Manage a diverse donor portfolio of corporate and individual accounts to increase revenue and donors: Solicit and secure corporate and employee donations; engage with individual donors to renew gifts each year; keep accurate records of all interactions and communications; train, recruit, manage and support volunteer campaign coordinators; support and plan workplace special events; mobilize corporate partners to support community youth & education and financial stability initiatives.
Engage, develop, and steward individual and corporate philanthropy: Solicit and steward donor gifts, sponsorships, and other partnership opportunities, providing both corporate and individual driven fundraising opportunities with community-wide marketing exposure.
Establish, develop, and maintain strong relationships with all constituents: Develop key partnerships throughout Larimer County; network through professional organizations, service clubs and/or Chamber events.
Implement and manage campaign related fundraising and stewardship events: Collaborate with Communications & Events team on planning and execution of fundraising events.
Manage departmental work plans and support departmental special projects, as assigned.
Work cross-functionally with Communications, Finance, and Community Impact: Collaborate on content for marketing materials and online platforms to present to corporate partners and individual prospects; serve as fundraising lead for key initiatives; provide guidance and support to annual budget process and ongoing budget management.
Attend and participate in Resource Development and other staff meetings (in person as required)[KD1] [DH2] including internal and external work group committees as needed.