Strategic Fundraising Leader for 12-County Impact

Madisoncountyga; Athens (GA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) with 3% company match

15 paid holidays

Job summary

United Way of Northeast Georgia is hiring a Development Strategist in Athens, GA, to design and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy across 12 counties. You will expand revenue streams, strengthen donor relationships, and align investments with community priorities like Early Childhood, Workforce Development, Basic Needs, and ALICE initiatives.

You will manage donor portfolios, lead campaigns, and collaborate with program staff to ensure measurable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience in fund and relationship development.
• Proven success in securing major gifts, grants, and corporate partnerships.
• Strong writing and storytelling abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop a multi-year, diversified fundraising strategy including individual giving, corporate partnerships, grants, and major gifts.
• Set and achieve annual revenue goals aligned with organizational priorities.
• Identify and pursue new funding opportunities across 12 counties.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Grant writing

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

United Way of Northeast Georgia is hiring a Development Strategist in Athens, GA, to design and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy across 12 counties. You will expand revenue streams, strengthen donor relationships, and align investments with community priorities like Early Childhood, Workforce Development, Basic Needs, and ALICE initiatives.

You will manage donor portfolios, lead campaigns, and collaborate with program staff to ensure measurable outcomes.