United Way of the Mid-South (UWMS), through our Driving the Dream (DTD) initiative, is establishing a connected and integrated network of agency service providers to address poverty in the Mid-South. To do this, DTD is creating, facilitating, and monitoring an accountable system of care, comprised of DTD Network Partner agencies, a client-centered approach, multi-domain assessment tools and a shared data platform. The DTD initiative is a collaboration across a wide array of programs and services, with the goal of improving the effectiveness of service delivery by seamlessly, intentionally, and efficiently moving individuals and their families toward economic self-sufficiency and other life goals which they, the clients, identify.
UWMS is hiring a DTD Agency Relationship Associate to support the Agency Relationship Manager and assist in the development, engagement, recruitment and support of DTD referral network agencies.
This position is a unique career opportunity to join this entrepreneurial effort in its startup year. We are looking for an engaged, dynamic individual who will thrive in this environment. The ideal candidate is a flexible, well-organized, team player who has excellent computer and administrative skills, is comfortable interacting with all levels of internal and external customers, and is able to successfully support the fast-paced work of senior-level colleagues.
- Assist with increasing the total number of DTD referral partner agencies, establishing new service partnerships to fill gaps in available services, and
- Assist with identifying and addressing the needs of referral partner agencies to ensure continued active engagement in the DTD network.
- Provide support in the development of grant proposals and funder performance reports.
- Respond to inquiries from external organizations about DTD, and provide requested collateral materials and information.
- Develop monthly, quarterly and annual reports for tracking DTD referral partner activities.
- Assist in scheduling and planning for events including coordinating arrangements for participants, handling logistics, preparing and disseminating materials, etc. as needed
- Fluency with data and technology.
- Ability to communicate both orally and in writing with a wide range of customers.
- Ability to effectively build and cultivate relationships.
- Proficiency in Google Drive Suite and Microsoft Office, and internet-related programs.
- Ability to learn and become proficient in the use of relevant software.
- Ability to work without supervision and to make appropriate decisions.
- Ability to assess individual and group dynamics, and successfully navigate conflict to create productive working relationships.
- Ability to communicate across all levels of the operation with a great degree of respect and collegiality.
- Work appropriately and enthusiastically with others and respond appropriately in interpersonal situations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- One year of experience working in the human services field.
- Demonstrated commitment to the field and a passion for serving under-served and under-resourced individuals, families and/or communities; particularly people living in poverty.
- Not just tolerance for, but enjoyment of, working with a degree of ambiguity during this entrepreneurial period of transformation and ability to help others successfully move through this change.
- Quick learner, possessing superior judgement.
- Good sense of humor and ability to work well under pressure
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have driver’s license and reliable transportation.