This position is responsible for implementing the Stable Families initiatives of United Way of St. Joseph County within the following areas: programs including but not limited to Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA), Team HEAT, Emergency Food and Shelter, FAFSA, and People Gotta’ Eat. As Director of Community Impact, he/she is responsible for all aspects of the coordination of financial stability programs, including: planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting.
Areas of Responsibility:
The job duties and responsibilities are uniquely assigned in the following focus areas:
- Stable Families Programs - ensure program success by performing tasks such as those listed as follows:
- Lead implementation of the strategic direction of the Stable Families impact area.
- Provide direct supervision, coaching and evaluation to Stable Families staff.
- Integrate United Way of St. Joseph County’s mission in all activities and program development.
- Develop partnerships with nonprofit organizations, community businesses and key stakeholders within the community to support Stable Families programs.
- Assist Director of Grants & Special Projects in identifying, securing, administering and reporting on grants which advance the work of the Stable Families impact area.
- Monitor trends related to social issues affecting poverty and financial stability throughout the region.
- Share reports on stable Families topics.
- Participate in local coalitions to stay in tune with St. Joseph County issues, and to help mobilize resources.
- Work cooperatively with other United Way staff to set priorities, coordinate activities, and resolve issues.
- Create and implement an effective service delivery model of the United Way of St. Joseph County’s Stable Families programs (currently Team HEAT, Emergency Food & Shelter, VITA, BankOn, FAFSA, and People Gotta’ Eat).
- Manage and oversee budgets that support Stable Families and its programs.
- Perform other essential duties as requested by the Vice President of Community Impact.
Educational Background:
Bachelor’s degree in related field, i.e. social work, public administration, health, nonprofit management
Skills/Experience:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience, preferred. High School Equivalent with 5 years’ experience in related field will be considered.
- Knowledge of local agencies and services.
- Good oral and written skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Self motivating with good creative skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to work with Volunteers committees, local Government and Not-For-Profits.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to plan, organize and facilitate meetings and events.
- Possess high level of time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to engage, motivate and lead a diverse group of constituents including volunteers, staff and community leaders.
- Possess excellent analytical, interpersonal, and collaborative problem solving skills.
- Possess excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment and database management.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Multi-functional, fast-paced, confidential office setting.
- Strong team-work with collegial staff and volunteer relationships.
- Ability to deliver materials to companies/agencies.
- Ability to clean and maintain a clean desk and common work areas.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid driver’s license, automobile/vehicle, vehicle insurance.
- Must be able to work beyond normal work hours and on weekends, as needed.
- Participate in professional growth opportunities, as indicated and available.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Must have the ability to handle stress. Ability to carry 5-20lbs. Ability to move files to filing cabinet. Ability to stand and/or sit and file.
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Dec 21 2018
Active Until:
Jan 21 2019
Hiring Organization:
United Way Worldwide
industry:
Nonprofit