Campaign Specialist, Resource Development
United Way California Capital Region
(UWCCR)
Reports to: Director, Resource Development
Department: Resource Development
Classification: Full-Time
Date: July 1, 2012
JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Director, Resource Development United Way
California Capital Region (UWCCR), the Specialist is responsible
for engaging and developing workplace campaigns in partnership
with assigned employer accounts to include ongoing
solicitation. Additionally, in supporting Resource
Development staff in the private sector, local governments and
special districts throughout UWCCR’s five county service area:
Amador, El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, and Yolo.
The Account Specialist is responsible for mining and developing
relationships with employers in the assigned account portfolio
and updating
the ANDAR database with accurate up to date information regarding
the level of United Way engagement for clear reporting to senior
management and volunteers. The Account Specialist is
responsible for achieving or surpassing goals for contacting,
researching, servicing and reconciling accounts.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Develop, implement, manage and constantly evaluate the efficacy
of workplace
giving campaigns for employer’s accounts in the assigned account
portfolio.
Achieve targets for call volume, access to decision makers and
setting
appointments.
Collaborate with other United Ways and United Way Worldwide to
ensure a cohesive approach to servicing accounts and donor
relationships.
Maintain personal account relationships with employers and donors
to ensure their continued participation and satisfaction with
UWCCR’s services.
Represent UWCCR at multiple external activities including but not
limited to: agency fairs, presentations and events.
Coordinate Loaned Executives/Campaign Liaisons/Account Executive
and othercampaign volunteers.
Support and coordinate special initiatives for UWCCR.
Function as a positive and contributing member of the Resource
DevelopmentTeam.
Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, including the
ability to
communicate well in a variety of settings with a variety of
stakeholders.
Ability to solicit support and involvement through multiple
channels.
Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and the ability to
create results through influence management.
Ability to develop and use creative and innovative methods and
the judgment to know when innovation makes sense.
Ability to use independent judgment and make sound decisions.
Ability to effectively coordinate with other United Ways.
Ability to build and retain quality relationships with business
and community leaders.
Ability to appropriately represent United Way in public
settings.
Good proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and
Outlook.
DESIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications or a
related field.
1-3 years of experience in these or related fields such as sales,
ideally with 1-2 years of experience in sales or fundraising.
Experience working with volunteers and key stakeholders.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Extensive oral communication with coworkers, potential donors,
media and the public in settings ranging from one-on-one to large
groups including formal and informal presentations, training
sessions and question and answer sessions, and by telephone.
See and hear within normal range.
Constant overall vision, eye-hand coordination; frequent color
perception,
reading/close-up work, field of vision/peripheral.
Sit at a desk for long periods of time.
Stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Work in an office environment, lift and move objects up to 40
pounds such as large binders, books, boxes, and small office
equipment.
Have sufficient finger/hand coordination and dexterity to operate
and adjust office equipment such as telephone, computer, and
calculator.
React quickly under high pressure settings.
Willingness to travel locally and overnight via plane, train or
private vehicle.
Ability to work irregular hours including evenings and
weekends.
Ability to maintain a polished professional appearance.
Occasional exposure to dirt, dust, cold, heat.
Constant public contact.
Constant decision making and concentration.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of an appropriate California operator’s license issued
by the State Department of Motor Vehicles, and adequate
automobile insurance; possession and maintenance of a good
driving record
(as evidenced by freedom from multiple or serious traffic
violation for at least a two-year duration) that does not
contribute to an increase in UWCCR insurance rates.
AFFIRMATION:
Must certify in writing to never having been actively engaged in
working for or supporting any organization dedicated to the
violent overthrow of the U.S. Government.