Corporate Engagement Coordinator

United Way of Greater Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays

Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Volunteer opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

United Way of Greater Cincinnati is seeking a Corporate Engagement Coordinator to support revenue growth, deepen stakeholder engagement, and elevate brand visibility through strategic corporate partnerships.

You will assist in planning and executing engagement strategies that align companies’ philanthropic goals with UWGC’s mission to improve lives and create lasting community change. This role requires collaboration across teams and active relationship-building with corporate partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit management, communications, marketing, business, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in fundraising, corporate relations, volunteer engagement, or a related area preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with Salesforce CRM preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating and supporting corporate fundraising and engagement initiatives.
• Work closely with the Resource Development team to implement corporate engagement plans that increase giving, volunteer participation, and sponsorship opportunities.
• Help organize and execute workplace campaign activities, including coordinating speaker requests, impact experiences, and volunteer events.
• Contribute to signature Corporate Engagement projects such as Campaign Jumpstart and United We Celebrate with guidance from senior team members.
• Support the development of account growth goals and contribute to the planning needed to meet those targets.
• Assist in cultivating and maintaining strong, sustainable relationships with corporate partners through consistent engagement and communication.
• Help track and manage corporate sponsorships and grants for a designated portfolio.
• Support relationship-building with key stakeholders, including corporate contacts, volunteers, and internal teams.
• Participate in delivering UWGC’s mission and impact messages during presentations and partner interactions.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in the internal CRM system (e.g., Salesforce).
• Research and understand the history, culture, and philanthropic priorities of assigned corporate accounts.
• Contribute to the strategic management of corporate portfolios to ensure effective stewardship and long-term engagement.
• Stay informed about UWGC’s community impact work and integrate this knowledge into partner engagement efforts.
• Represent United Way at corporate and community events, supporting efforts to strengthen our visibility and relationships.

Skills

Fundraising

Corporate relations

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Salesforce familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit management, communications, marketing, business, or related field

Tools

Salesforce CRM

Microsoft Office

Job description

At United Way of Greater Cincinnati, we’re looking for passionate professionals who want to use their talents to make a lasting impact and help build a stronger, more resilient community.

When you join us, you’ll become part of a team that boldly challenges the status quo to drive equity and empower communities. We believe in the power of collective action; working together to dismantle barriers and rebuild systems for lasting impact.

Diversity is our strength, and we embrace it to spark transformation — where everyone can overcome challenges, belong and thrive. With a balance of urgency and vision, we respond to immediate needs while crafting innovative, long-term solutions. We co-create sustainable change together with those living with the challenges that we aim to solve.

Position

Corporate Engagement Coordinator

Location

Cincinnati, OH

Job Id

562

# of Openings

1

As the Corporate Engagement Coordinator at United Way of Greater Cincinnati (UWGC), you will play an important role in supporting the organization's efforts to grow revenue, deepen stakeholder engagement, and elevate brand visibility through strong corporate partnerships. In this role, you will assist in the planning and execution of engagement strategies that align companies’ philanthropic goals with UWGC’s mission to improve lives and create lasting community change.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Assist in coordinating and supporting corporate fundraising and engagement initiatives.
• Work closely with the Resource Development team to implement corporate engagement plans that increase giving, volunteer participation, and sponsorship opportunities.
• Help organize and execute workplace campaign activities, including coordinating speaker requests, impact experiences, and volunteer events.
• Contribute to signature Corporate Engagement projects such as Campaign Jumpstart and United We Celebrate with guidance from senior team members.
• Support the development of account growth goals and contribute to the planning needed to meet those targets.
• Assist in cultivating and maintaining strong, sustainable relationships with corporate partners through consistent engagement and communication.
• Help track and manage corporate sponsorships and grants for a designated portfolio.
• Support relationship-building with key stakeholders, including corporate contacts, volunteers, and internal teams.
• Participate in delivering UWGC’s mission and impact messages during presentations and partner interactions.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in the internal CRM system (e.g., Salesforce).
• Research and understand the history, culture, and philanthropic priorities of assigned corporate accounts.
• Contribute to the strategic management of corporate portfolios to ensure effective stewardship and long-term engagement.
• Stay informed about UWGC’s community impact work and integrate this knowledge into partner engagement efforts.
• Represent United Way at corporate and community events, supporting efforts to strengthen our visibility and relationships.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisor Responsibilities

None.

Job Relationships With

Interacts with team members internally and externally, including donors, volunteers, corporate executives, and community leaders.

Desired Competencies

• Genuine belief in United Way's mission.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive attitude towards learning and achieving goals.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
• Comfortable with both qualitative and quantitative data.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Commitment to excellence and building positive relationships.
• Initiative in seeking solutions and opportunities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Salesforce software

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit management, communications, marketing, business, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in fundraising, corporate relations, volunteer engagement, or a related area preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and familiarity with Salesforce CRM preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Basic consultative selling skills preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented
• Commitment to excellence and building positive relationships.
• Initiative in seeking solutions and opportunities.Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Salesforce software

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with little exposure to dust, noise, temperature, and the like.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Frequent local travel within the regional area, including occasional evenings, and weekends.
• Extended viewing of computer monitor.

Salary

$45,106 plus competitive benefits package (final offer based on level of experience)

Benefits

• Generous paid time off including vacation, personal, sick, and holiday time
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 403b plan with company match
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and access to other free health programs
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Professional development and training opportunities