Corporate Relations Manager
- Job Title
- Corporate Relations Manager
- Job ID
- 27746352
- Work Hybrid
- Yes
- Location
- Fort Worth, TX, 76107 Hybrid
- Other Location
- Description
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The Corporate Relations Manager is responsible for executing and achieving UWTC’s corporate fundraising and relationship management objectives by growing and strengthening relationships with specific organizations and the employees within those organizations on a year-round basis. The Corporate Relations Manager maximizes workplace giving through a concerted effort to establish, grow, and deepen relationships with company leadership, key influencers, stakeholders and donors with the goal of retaining the current donor base, while reaching new donors and growing revenue. The Corporate Relations Manager works closely with members of the Community Investment team and collaborates with other departments and volunteers to effectively communicate the UWTC mission to others.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Work collaboratively with the Community Investment team to identify and initiate with new businesses regarding participation in United Way workplace campaigns
- Initiate, build and sustain positive year-round relationships with key stakeholders (business leaders, donors, prospects and volunteers) within assigned portfolio resulting in donor retention and revenue growth
- Stay apprised of trends or issues in relevant industries that affect business climate or culture and economic environment that could impact fundraising
- Conduct data analysis to identify account strengths and opportunities, develop best practices, and create comprehensive development plans
- Design and execute plans that ensure the cultivation of relationships and drive revenue growth through the workplace campaign and other engagement opportunities
- Project portfolio performance and implement corrective measures when projections and goals are not meeting expectations
- Frequent public speaking engagements to groups, articulating UWTC’s goals, activities and results in an effort to persuasively drive donations
- Practice timely and thorough customer service by promptly handling inquiries, valuing donor gifts regardless of size, and regularly communicating about UWTC products and results
- Participate in community organizations and endeavors to expand professional network and increase awareness of UWTC
- Understand and promote UWTC’s mission
- Assist with other duties as requested
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:- Must be eligible to work in the United States (No Sponsorship)
- Strong previous sales-related/fundraising experience required
- High attention to detail in working with all aspects of account management
- Ability to express thoughts or ideas in a clear and concise message
- Personal values consistent with United Way mission: integrity, goal-oriented, strong work ethic
- Must be able to grow and maintain strong working relationships with diverse stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively
- High energy level and ability to work both independently and as a strong team member are essential
- Demonstrated computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Power Point
- Demonstrated sales and public speaking experience required
- Office organization/management/administrative skills
- Valid Texas driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds with assistance of 2-wheel dolly if necessary
Education Requirements:- Bachelor level degree or requisite experience in a related area is required
Personal Skills and Attributes:- High energy, results-oriented and must be a self-starter with little supervision required
- Outstanding collaboration skills through effective communication
- Personal values consistent with United Way mission
Work Hours/Environment:
Monday-Friday 8 am-5pm (flexible hours are permitted due to attendance and participation at early morning, evening and weekend meetings.) Although remote work is permitted for this position, the individual must reside primarily in North Texas with the ability to work from the office or other required location on a daily basis if needed and when required.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Normal office conditions prevail.
About United Way of Tarrant County
United Way of Tarrant County brings people together to build strong communities where everyone thrives. As a nonprofit leader, we help communities tackle tough challenges and work with private, public and nonprofit partners to boost education, financial stability and health resources. We also serve as the regional grantee for Tarrant County’s Area Agency on Aging (AAA), invest in and maintain a cooperative relationship with the state’s 2-1-1 call center and provide support to local veterans, active military personnel and their families through our partnership with the Texas Veterans Network.
United Way of Tarrant County and AAA employ approximately 80 people dedicated to our mission. We celebrated our 100th anniversary in 2022 and are ready to serve Tarrant County for years to come.
