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• TITLE: Donor Engagement Coordinator
• DEPARTMENT: Resource Development
• REPORTS TO: Vice President of Resource Development
• STARTING SALARY: $45,000-$50,000
• EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time
• FLSA STATUS: Exempt

Who We Are and What We Do

United Way of Southeast Minnesota mobilizes our community to action so all can thrive. For over 100 years, United Way of Southeast Minnesota has seen how our communities’ greatest challenges are connected — and how we can bring people and resources together to address them. We meet basic needs today while working with community members to help create a better future for tomorrow. You can learn more about our organization, our impact, and our values at www.uwsemn.org. 

How You Would Fit In and Stand Out

• This is a new role managed by the VP of Resource Development. United Way’s Resource Development team has six employees. Although within Resource Development, the position collaborates across organizational departments.
• Our organization has a strengths-based culture and finds value in diverse skills and strengths.
• This position plays a key role in engaging current and prospective donors directly with United Way’s mission through events, volunteer activities, and other opportunities.
• We are looking for a self-motivated and detail-oriented professional to strategize, plan, and execute volunteer events, supply drives, and other engagement activities. Key skills for this role are event planning, volunteer coordination, communications, and creativity. 

Primary Responsibilities and Expectations

The Donor Engagement Coordinator is responsible for planning and executing an annual engagement strategy for both current and prospective donors. This will include Running Start for School, our annual backpack and school supply drive, Days of Caring, our annual volunteer days, and additional mobilization and engagement efforts. All activities and events should have a strategic focus on specific donor segments, include promotional and follow-up planning, and ensure attendees and participants move through the donor engagement funnel. 

Planning & Execution of Engagement Events & Activities 

• Plan, coordinate, and manage Running Start for School, our annual backpack and school supply drive that provides over 4,000 students with backpacks each year
  • Includes volunteer logistics, supply drop-off and pick-up scheduling, supply ordering, and coordination of supply needs in collaboration with the Community Partnerships team
  • Requires in-person volunteer management and coordination of 100+ volunteers
  • Assist with promoting Running Start for School across volunteer groups, donor segments, and other audiences, alongside other staff
• Plan, coordinate, and manage Days of Caring, our annual volunteer days for employees of corporate partners
  • Includes planning volunteer activities across United Way and partner organizations, in collaboration with the Community Partnerships teams
  • Day-of management and coordination of 50+ volunteers
  • Assist with promoting Days of Caring across donor segments, alongside other staff
• Plan, coordinate, and manage new engagement events and activities, including supply drives and volunteer activities
  • Create a strategic plan to increase the number of donor engagement events and activities throughout the year to ensure meaningful engagement with mission across current and prospect donor segments 

Communications, Strategy, and Collaboration

• Review demographics and data across current and prospect donor groups to successfully plan and optimize events and activities
• Write and edit email, direct mail, and survey copy for invites, questionnaires, and other communications pieces
• Manage small event budgets and seek in-kind support, when possible
• Maintain up-to-date records of volunteers, donors, and others through our database
• Participate actively as a member of the organization. We believe diverse skillsets and points of view make our work stronger. Part of our organizational culture is that people pitch in when needed and support our colleagues. 

This Job is For You If You...

• Feel passionate about being part of a mission-driven organization working to create a thriving community
• Are self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects and are confident managing volunteers of diverse backgrounds and demographics
• Possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English (fluency in Spanish, Somali, or other languages commonly spoken in our region is a plus)
• Are comfortable using software and applications such as Teams, MailChimp, and Office365
• Possess the following core competencies:
  • Strategic Thinking & Goal Setting – You plan events and activities with specific goals and key performance indicators built-in. You ensure that activities align with the mission, vision, and strategic focus of the organization.
  • Event Planning and Execution — You can plan events and projects, set achievable timelines, stick to pre-determined budgets, commit to decisions, and see things through.  
  • Volunteer Management & Coordination — You are confident managing volunteers one-on-one or in large groups and can provide clear instructions with helpful follow-up. You value the diverse perspectives, feedback, and input that volunteers bring.
  • Detail Oriented — You stay on top of things by keeping organized file systems, coordinating effectively with co-workers, and following detailed instructions. 

Our Workplace

• Our typical work week is 37.5 hours.
• We are looking to hire a resident of our service area (Olmsted, Dodge, Winona, or Fillmore Counties) who lives within daily commuting distance, as we are rooted in our local community. In-person meetings and activities are required.  
• Typical office hours are Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Availability outside of typical office hours is expected for projects, with flex time available.
• We offer flexible work schedules to meet individual and family needs, and we need you to be available during peak times. We are willing to work together to make sure both employee and organizational needs are met.  
• Hybrid/remote work options are available on an individual basis.

United Way of Southeast Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals who share lived experiences with the people and communities we serve are strongly encouraged to apply. We intentionally do our best to eliminate bias and remove barriers that may limit other applicant pools. United Way encourages applications from individuals of all races, genders, ages, and abilities.  

Compenstation and Benefits

• Starting salary of $45,000-50,000 per year, depending on qualifications.  
• Employees are paid electronically twice a month.  
• Benefits include health, dental, and life insurance; 403b retirement plan with 9% employer match available after one year of employment; 12 weeks paid parental leave.  
• 20 days paid time off plus 15 paid holidays  

To Apply

Please email Stephanie Rudeen at stephanier@uwsemn.org with your resume and cover letter.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and position is open until filled. 

If you'd like to get more involved with our work, please visit our volunteer opportunities page.

If you are interested in volunteering your time and talents to United Way of Southeast Minnesota while pursuing educational credit, we respond to inquiries received three months before typical semester start dates. Please send a resume, a description outlining what type of experience you’re hoping to gain, and scheduling considerations to impact@uwsemn.org by the following dates:  

• Fall semester volunteer placement: June 1st
• Spring semester volunteer placement: October 1st
• Summer semester volunteer placement: February 1st  

Our ability to provide a meaningful volunteer experience depends on staff capacity, project availability, and mission alignment. If you submit an inquiry, you can expect to hear from staff within two weeks of the dates listed above to coincide with typical semester schedules.