Coordinator, Community Giving and Engagement

Mile High United Way is excited to announce an opening for a Community Giving and Engagement Coordinator. We believe in keeping equity at the heart of our work. That starts from within, including intentional application of diversity, equity and inclusion practices that guide how we operate and work within the communities we serve. Ideal candidates have a personal commitment and connection with our mission, vision, and values as seen in our Annual Reports.

Position Title:Coordinator, Community Giving and Engagement
Status: Exempt, Full-Time
Salary: $57,791.24
Benefits: Our benefits package includes 100% employer-paid premiums on employee only health, dental, and vision plans; 3-6% employer contributions to 401(k); FSAs, employer-paid life/AD&D/LTD insurance; generous PTO, EIB, and holiday benefits; paid parental leave; paid sabbatical leave; EAP; tuition reimbursement program; professional and growth and development opportunities; discounted pet insurance; inclusive bereavement leave; free underground parking; and free electric vehicle charging station.
Location: Primarily based out of our Denver office at 711 Park Ave W, Denver, CO 80205. 3 days/week in office, 2 days/week remote
COVID-19 Vaccination: Providing your COVID vaccination card is optional.

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the expected salary for this position is $57,791.24 annualized. In an effort to increase equity and to avoid unfair bias historically associated with salary negotiations, we do not participate in salary negotiations outside of this stated starting salary range.

How You'll Help

Responsible for supporting donor prospecting, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of leadership and active community donors in support of Mile High United Way's fundraising efforts through individual, corporate and employee engagement relationships. Establish, grow, and strengthen relationships with employers, internal influencers, and employees to maximize corporate and employee community involvement in order to grow individual donor relationships and giving. Responsible for providing coordination and support to the Resource Development team to raise funds and increase revenue for Mile High United Way.

Essential Responsibilities

• Corresponds with, actively stewards and solicits gifts from individual donors through personal contact and correspondence to educate and engage them in the Mile High United Way movement with the goal to begin and increase their personal giving.
• Develop and implement annual and long-range plans for individual portfolio of donors who primarily give between $1,000 and $10,000, with a limited portfolio of donors giving $10,000 and above.
• Work with the Community Giving team in Resource Development to:
  • Assist with the development and implementation of annual and long-range plans for individual donors to increase giving and levels of participation.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of donor recognition.
  • Provide input on the creation of collaterals related to annual individual donors.
  • Research and maintain current and prospective individual donors within portfolio.
  • Cultivate and steward donors within portfolio to encourage engagement with Mile High United Way and increase giving levels.
  • Support corporate partner campaigns and cultivate relationships with employees to garner individual support and engagement.
• Partner with corporate leads to develop individual giving and engagement strategies at corporate partnerships, primarily through giving campaigns.
• Document donor contacts and activities in Salesforce, Mile High United Way's CRM system.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintains security and confidentiality of all Division documents and files.
• Is professionally supportive of all MHUW policies, procedures, functions, departments, divisions, managers and employees.
• Provides support to other Department and Corporate priorities, as needed, e.g. Strategic Plan, annual budget, special initiatives, etc.
• Develops and maintains strong working relationships with other Departments.
• Be an active and engaged member of the overall Community Giving team to increase giving, volunteerism, and advocacy for Mile High United Way

What You'll Need: Education, Experience, and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in humanities, business, finance, or equivalent experience required.
• 1-3 years successful experience in fundraising, management, and one-on-one solicitation
• Additional successful experience in funds development including proposal writing, prospect research, volunteer management, annual individual giving campaigns, capital campaigns, and donor cultivation and recognition.

Specials Skills/Knowledge:

• Excellent fundraising skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to manage and inspire executive-level volunteers, leveraging relationships to deepen engagement, strengthen donor pipelines, and advance fundraising and organizational goals.
• High degree of personal responsibility and integrity
• Demonstrated skills in the areas of administration, project management, and volunteer program development.
• Prefer knowledge of community volunteer base, knowledge of community's network of affluent families and private foundations.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Must work well under pressure, be flexible, creative, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable of the community and possess a high energy level.
• Professionally supportive of corporate missions, policies, staff etc.

Computer Skills:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with Salesforce database a plus.

Working Environment:Typical office environment. Occasional meetings outside of the office. Hybrid schedule. Resource Development may require additional in-office days or evening/morning events.

Physical Activities:Typical office environment. Currently working 3 days in office, 2 days remote.

Ready to apply? If you are on Mile High United Way's website, you can apply by completing the information in the "Apply Now" box. If you're on a job board, you can apply through the job board or by visiting the Careers page of our website.

This posting is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.

Mile High United Way is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Mile High United Way does not charge applicants for any step in the hiring process, nor do we request any financial information until the time of hire.

We will endeavor to make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants who have disabilities which hinder their ability to complete the application process. Please contact us at 303-433-8383 to request accommodation in the application process.

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