Senior Director, Major Gifts- Hybrid
Apply NowCompany: United Way Miami
Location: Miami, FL 33186
Description:
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Salary Range: $90,000-$105,000 annually
Benefits (The Good Stuff)
*Vacation amounts may vary based on roles, schedules, and years of service
Help us make a difference in our community. United, we are tackling complex issues and turning contributions into real change. We fight for equitable access to quality education, financial security, and the health of everyone in our community. Join our team and join us in the fight for a stronger Miami!
United Way Miami, Inc. is hiring a Senior Director, Major Gifts to join our team. As Senior Director, Major Gifts develop and build relationships in the community to address the health and human service needs of the community through United Way Miami. Focus on fundraising for both annual and Endowment campaigns from individuals who can make gifts of $10,000 or more, with a focus on those giving $50,000 or more.
UWM is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace, please visit our Career site homepage to view our EEO statement and Drug-Free policy.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Initiate contacts with potential leadership and major gift donors Develops appropriate cultivation strategies for them, including working with volunteers Moves potential donors in an appropriate and timely fashion toward solicitation and closure Makes solicitations when appropriate Maintains stewardship contacts with donors; adheres to the highest ethical standards; demonstrates empathetic disposition and perseverance; reflects optimistic and positive attitude, and conveys sensitivity to the needs of the donors
Requirements
Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree required. Master's preferred.
Experience Requirements: Five years of experience in individual fundraising with a track record of closing major gifts in education, human services area preferred.
Technology Requirements: Internet Explorer, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Andar (database), and takes the responsibility to learn & use technology to increase one's own productivity and keep technical skills up to date. Maintains accurate and current data files.
Other Essential Knowledge/Skills: Public speaking skills, sales ability, excellent writing skills, and negotiation skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated record of completing tasks. Successful experience in taking a prospect from identification to solicitation.
Career growth: We encourage you to grow by providing formal and informal development programs, coaching, and on-the-job challenges. We want you to ask questions, take chances, and explore the possible.
Apply with confidence! Research indicates that individuals may hesitate if they don't meet every requirement. If you're enthusiastic about a role, apply, even if your experience or education isn't an exact match. You could be the perfect fit for this position or discover other exciting opportunities within our organization. Please note that while some roles may have specific requirements for funding eligibility, we STILL encourage you to explore our job opportunities.
Salary Description
$90,000-$105,000 annually
Full-time
Description
Salary Range: $90,000-$105,000 annually
Benefits (The Good Stuff)
- 3 WKS+ Vacation Paid*
- 12 Paid Holidays
- 12 PTO Paid Days
- Competitive Health Benefits Package
- Wellness Program Reimbursements up to $50/month
- Short Term Disability at NO COST
- Life Insurance & AD&D 2X Annual Salary at NO COST
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement Plan UP TO 6% Employer Funding
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Discounted On-Site Early Childhood Care
- Tuition Assistance for Early Education Degree
- Free Monthly Transit Card
*Vacation amounts may vary based on roles, schedules, and years of service
Help us make a difference in our community. United, we are tackling complex issues and turning contributions into real change. We fight for equitable access to quality education, financial security, and the health of everyone in our community. Join our team and join us in the fight for a stronger Miami!
United Way Miami, Inc. is hiring a Senior Director, Major Gifts to join our team. As Senior Director, Major Gifts develop and build relationships in the community to address the health and human service needs of the community through United Way Miami. Focus on fundraising for both annual and Endowment campaigns from individuals who can make gifts of $10,000 or more, with a focus on those giving $50,000 or more.
UWM is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace, please visit our Career site homepage to view our EEO statement and Drug-Free policy.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensures that all Tocqueville Society gifts are accounted for during the fiscal year.
- Manages relationships with approximately 100-125 prospective and current donors that can make major/planned gifts of $10,000 or more. Identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward same.
- Participates in all aspects of the gift cycle:
- Participates in 15-20 donor meetings a month.
- Works collaboratively with and in support of volunteers, other development staff, and other United Way staff to achieve the needs of the prospects.
- Participates in prospect management meetings to ensure coordination of cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities.
- Attends United Way events as well as outside events for United Way representation, networking, etc.
- Responsible for soliciting gifts of $10,000 and higher from individuals
- Collaborate with the Development Officers to identify major and planned gift prospects within an account to create, cultivate, and solicit donors.
Requirements
Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree required. Master's preferred.
Experience Requirements: Five years of experience in individual fundraising with a track record of closing major gifts in education, human services area preferred.
Technology Requirements: Internet Explorer, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Andar (database), and takes the responsibility to learn & use technology to increase one's own productivity and keep technical skills up to date. Maintains accurate and current data files.
Other Essential Knowledge/Skills: Public speaking skills, sales ability, excellent writing skills, and negotiation skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated record of completing tasks. Successful experience in taking a prospect from identification to solicitation.
Career growth: We encourage you to grow by providing formal and informal development programs, coaching, and on-the-job challenges. We want you to ask questions, take chances, and explore the possible.
Apply with confidence! Research indicates that individuals may hesitate if they don't meet every requirement. If you're enthusiastic about a role, apply, even if your experience or education isn't an exact match. You could be the perfect fit for this position or discover other exciting opportunities within our organization. Please note that while some roles may have specific requirements for funding eligibility, we STILL encourage you to explore our job opportunities.
Salary Description
$90,000-$105,000 annually