Resource Development Officer

United Way Worldwide; Winston-Salem (NC); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 paid holidays

Wellness days

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) match and defined contribution

Job summary

United Way Forsyth County is seeking a Resource Development Officer to lead fundraising strategies for corporate partners and individual donors, strengthening relationships and driving growth. You will engage donors, steward accounts, and collaborate with volunteers to expand opportunities at events and campaigns.

Onsite with occasional evenings or weekends, you will implement year-round plans, manage records, and contribute to annual and long-term fundraising goals, aligning with the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years of fundraising, development, sales, account management, or relationship management experience preferred.
• Strong relationship-building, communication, organizational, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements year-round relationship plans for donors and corporate partners to maximize engagement, retention, and fundraising growth.
• Maintains a high level of engagement with donors through regular communication, meetings, stewardship, and relationship building.
• Collaborates with volunteers to strengthen relationships with corporate leadership and expand fundraising opportunities.
• Develops and implements annual fundraising plans for corporate and individual accounts.
• Maintains accurate donor and campaign records while ensuring confidentiality of donor and financial information.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Donor database software

Job description

Job Title: Resource Development Officer

Department: Resource Development

Location: United Way Forsyth County

Reports to: Chief Development Officer

FLSA status: Exempt

Position Summary

The Resource Development Officer develops, implements, and manages fundraising strategies for assigned corporate partners and individual donors. This position is responsible for strengthening existing relationships, identifying opportunities for growth, cultivating new resources and supporting United Way of Forsyth County's annual and long-term fundraising goals through meaningful donor engagement and stewardship. The Resource Development Officer works onsite and evening and weekend work is required, particularly around events.

Position Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops and implements year-round relationship plans for assigned corporate partners and individual donors to maximize engagement, retention, and fundraising growth.
• Develops and adapts fundraising strategies to strengthen engagement and improve results for assigned corporate partners.
• Identifies, cultivates, and develops new corporate and individual fundraising opportunities.
• Maintains a high level of personal engagement with assigned donors and prospects through regular communication, meetings, stewardship, and relationship building.
• Partners with volunteers to strengthen relationships with corporate leadership and expand fundraising opportunities within assigned accounts.
• Develop and implement ongoing engagement and stewardship plans for assigned individual donors.
• Cultivates major gift and planned giving prospects through intentional relationship management and donor engagement.
• Develops and implements annual fundraising plans for assigned corporate and individual accounts.
• Maintains accurate donor and campaign records while ensuring the confidentiality of donor and financial information.
• Collaborate with the Resource Development team to implement year-round fundraising and donor engagement strategies.
• Participates in ongoing professional development to strengthen fundraising knowledge, skills, and performance.
• Demonstrates knowledge of United Way of Forsyth County's mission, strategic priorities, and community impact to effectively represent the organization.
• Identifies opportunities to increase support within existing accounts and cultivate new corporate and individual giving opportunities.
• Demonstrates a willingness to support additional departmental and organizational initiatives to ensure the success of the Resource Development team.
• Participates in occasional local travel and evening or weekend events as needed to support fundraising, donor engagement, and community activities.

Qualifications

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The successful candidate will demonstrate integrity, professionalism, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain confidentiality. They should be a self‑starter with strong relationship‑building, communication, organizational, and time management skills. The individual should also demonstrate flexibility, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.

Physical Requirements

The position requires occasional movement throughout office and event environments, including lifting materials up to 20lbs.

Benefits

• 12 paid holidays
• Wellness days
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) match and defined contribution plan

Work Requirements

• Onsite Monday-Thursday
• Remote Friday
• Valid NC driver’s license and auto insurance required

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years of fundraising, development, sales, account management, or relationship management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Forsyth County and the local nonprofit community is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and donor database software required.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer.