Donor Relations Manager

Monadnock United Way (MUW) is seeking a professional, energetic fundraiser to join a team of professionals who want to make a difference in our community. MUW raises between one and two million dollars annually and harnesses the caring power of our community to address this region's most pressing needs for Children, Education and Financial Stability. Position Summary Working closely with staff, board and volunteers, the Donor Relations Manager raises funding support through our year-long annual campaign, which includes workplace giving; corporate and philanthropic support; and individual donations. The Manager is responsible for inspiring giving: managing workplace campaigns and a donor portfolio with emphasis on building relationships, increasing donors and increasing gift levels. This outward facing, results-oriented role requires a fundraising professional who is organized, outgoing and passionate about engaging community and collaborating to achieve annual fundraising goals. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Director of Resource Development and Community Relations, the Donor Relations Manager will create an annual workplan that aligns with MUW's strategic direction and annual goals. Duties and responsibilities aimed at achieving annual fundraising goals include: Donor Relations Cultivation and stewardship of a defined portfolio of individuals, businesses and philanthropic supporters & prospects, with 50% of time spent personally engaging with these stakeholders. Management, stewardship, oversight, tracking and reporting of workplace giving campaigns. Public speaking at campaign sites, donor events, community events, and radio. Recruitment, training and relationship management of a core group of fundraising volunteers to assist in specialized fundraising efforts. Development and management of appeals, both mailed and online. Development and management of donor events, giving circles, and special fundraising events such as Giving Tuesday. Analyze and report on project progress - showing overall giving and engagement. Internal Collaboration Collaboration is a foundational Value at MUW (see below); externally and internally. With a small-but-mighty team, MUW staff collaborates ac