Generalist, Development and Donor Relations
United Way of Summit & Medina, Akron, Ohio, United States, 44329
Overview
PURPOSE OF POSITION: To ensure that donors, corporate partners, and funders who are investing in United Way are receiving the highest level of engagement and recognition from the organization through personalized relationship building and strategic communications, and acknowledgement. Initiates cultivation of new corporate partnerships to ensure the vitality of the organization's corporate giving portfolio. Core Responsibilities
Gift Solicitation & Recognition: Oversees individual gift solicitation processes and builds relationships with donors through personal interaction and 1:1 meetings by providing the highest quality customer service. Manages designation requests and special handling requests. Manages formal and informal thank-you processes for donors, corporations, and foundation supporters across the Fund Development team. Supports the Fund Development in additional marketing and communication outreach and postage as needed. New Business Development: Identifies, solicits, and engages local businesses with the intent of cultivating them into prospective corporate partners. Conducts outreach, introductory meetings, and relationship-building activities to assess interest and alignment with UWSM’s mission and corporate engagement opportunities. Serves as the initial point of contact for new business prospects and strategically transitions qualified relationships to Corporate Engagement Managers for ongoing stewardship, ensuring accurate documentation and handoff of potential corporate fundraising opportunities. Reporting & Data Management: Accurately records and manages gifts, contact info, pledges, and payment preferences. Assists with reports related to prospective, new, and current donor analytics. Job Expectations
80% external and 20% internal facing. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business management, marketing, communications, organization management or similar; or 3 years’ experience in a similar role. Competent in MS Office products. Ability to learn CRM and giving platform software. Commitment to excellence and passion for the mission of United Way of Summit & Medina. Interest in the improvement of the Summit & Medina County community. Competencies
Ability to work across cross-cultural teams and environments. Strong interpersonal communication skills. Strong written communication skills. Ability to build personal relationships with community members. Organized and has attention to detail to optimize duties and functions. Ability to work autonomously with minimum supervision as part of a high-performing team. Ability to adapt to and work with different modes of technology. Other Requirements
Ability to pass pre-employment testing including background check, drug and alcohol screen. Valid driver license and proof of insurance. Access to reliable insured automobile to be used for work-related travel in Summit & Medina County area. Less than 15% of travel. Benefits
On-site with every other Friday remote. 20 days of PTO + Holidays. Extensive benefit package. Recovery Friendly Workplace. UWSM is committed to building and sustaining a workplace that represents our community in all its richness and variety. Join us to make a difference! To apply: Submit an updated resume by Friday, February 6, 2026, on our career page at www.uwsummitmedina.org/careers. If you require alternative methods of application or screening, please reach out to United Way of Summit & Medina direct by emailing careers@uwsummitmedina.org or calling our main line: 330-762-7601.
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PURPOSE OF POSITION: To ensure that donors, corporate partners, and funders who are investing in United Way are receiving the highest level of engagement and recognition from the organization through personalized relationship building and strategic communications, and acknowledgement. Initiates cultivation of new corporate partnerships to ensure the vitality of the organization's corporate giving portfolio. Core Responsibilities
Gift Solicitation & Recognition: Oversees individual gift solicitation processes and builds relationships with donors through personal interaction and 1:1 meetings by providing the highest quality customer service. Manages designation requests and special handling requests. Manages formal and informal thank-you processes for donors, corporations, and foundation supporters across the Fund Development team. Supports the Fund Development in additional marketing and communication outreach and postage as needed. New Business Development: Identifies, solicits, and engages local businesses with the intent of cultivating them into prospective corporate partners. Conducts outreach, introductory meetings, and relationship-building activities to assess interest and alignment with UWSM’s mission and corporate engagement opportunities. Serves as the initial point of contact for new business prospects and strategically transitions qualified relationships to Corporate Engagement Managers for ongoing stewardship, ensuring accurate documentation and handoff of potential corporate fundraising opportunities. Reporting & Data Management: Accurately records and manages gifts, contact info, pledges, and payment preferences. Assists with reports related to prospective, new, and current donor analytics. Job Expectations
80% external and 20% internal facing. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business management, marketing, communications, organization management or similar; or 3 years’ experience in a similar role. Competent in MS Office products. Ability to learn CRM and giving platform software. Commitment to excellence and passion for the mission of United Way of Summit & Medina. Interest in the improvement of the Summit & Medina County community. Competencies
Ability to work across cross-cultural teams and environments. Strong interpersonal communication skills. Strong written communication skills. Ability to build personal relationships with community members. Organized and has attention to detail to optimize duties and functions. Ability to work autonomously with minimum supervision as part of a high-performing team. Ability to adapt to and work with different modes of technology. Other Requirements
Ability to pass pre-employment testing including background check, drug and alcohol screen. Valid driver license and proof of insurance. Access to reliable insured automobile to be used for work-related travel in Summit & Medina County area. Less than 15% of travel. Benefits
On-site with every other Friday remote. 20 days of PTO + Holidays. Extensive benefit package. Recovery Friendly Workplace. UWSM is committed to building and sustaining a workplace that represents our community in all its richness and variety. Join us to make a difference! To apply: Submit an updated resume by Friday, February 6, 2026, on our career page at www.uwsummitmedina.org/careers. If you require alternative methods of application or screening, please reach out to United Way of Summit & Medina direct by emailing careers@uwsummitmedina.org or calling our main line: 330-762-7601.
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