Since 1941, the uso has been the nation’s leading organization to serve the men and women in the u.sMilitary, and their families, throughout their time in uniformFrom the moment they join, through their assignments and deployments, and as they transition back to their communities, the uso is always by their side.
Today’s uso continuously adapts to the needs of our men and women in uniform and their families, so they can focus on their very important missionWe operate uso centers at or near military installations across the united states and throughout the world, including in combat zones, and even un-staffed uso service sites in places too dangerous for anyone but combat troops to occupy.
As a member of the region leadership team, the senior development & board relations officer is responsible for successful implementation of fundraising strategies, revenue generation, and board development/engagement across the west regionThe region is comprised of the nine western-most u.sStates, excluding hawaiiEight “local” usos, each led by an executive director that reports to the region president, are responsible for operating 41 uso centersFrom those centers, uso west delivers programs, entertainment and services to troops and military families at over 100 military installations and major airports.
The west region team is collaborative, spirited, hard-working and dedicated to the uso missionFrom barrow, ak to ftHuachuca, az, on land, at sea and in the air, we make sure the uso keeps our troops connected to family home and countryNo two days will be alike, and few days will likely end at eight hoursExpect evening , weekend and holiday work, and be prepared to get your hands dirty and your shirt sweaty when the occasion calls for itWe don’t shy away from difficult, it just may take us a little longerBring your sense of humor and creativity – we thrive on it.
Principal duties and responsibilities
In coordination with the regional president and uso national development staff and leadership, lead and support corporate, individual, foundation and planned giving and fundraising strategies for operations within the regionServe as primary development liaison between local uso operations and the national development team as well as providing consultative direct and indirect fundraising and board relations support for the executive directors at the regionally based uso locations.
Report to the regional president and support new business development and pipeline development with fundraising concentrating on individuals, foundation gifts, regional corporate gifts and planned gift commitments at uso-sponsored programs and events within assigned regionEnsure financial, contractual and branding standards are met.
Identify, solicit and steward local, regional and national partnerships.
Cultivate and engage key volunteer leadership at the local and regional board levels and uso staff within the assigned region in support of reaching established fundraising goalsServe as a resource for providing and/or accessing expertise in support of fundraising programs.
Lead communications and marketing staff managing internal and external communications products, broadcast/print media management and engagement, social media and graphic design/collateral material in support of special events and program delivery.
Collaborate with and support other regionally based development staff and executive directors based in the region.
Manage, lead and mentor junior staff.
Other duties as assigned.
Job specifications
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business administration or related fieldMaster’s degree preferred.
12+ years work experience in corporate, individual, foundation, and planned giving development role, including 6+ years in a supervisory capacityRelevant experience in a non-profit, military, multicultural and/or global organization preferred.
Excellent interpersonal and presentation skillsAbility to deliver compelling call-to-action cases to internal and external stakeholders at a variety of levels.
Solid knowledge of irs guidelines for charitable contributions and better business bureau wise giving alliance standards for charity accountability.
Ability to lead and mentor, and achieve desired results while working collaboratively in a matrix team environment.
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skillsAbility to effectively interact with uso leadership, the general public and military audiences at a variety of levels.
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment related to controversial and/or culturally sensitive subjectsAbility to handle confidential information with tact and poise.
Working knowledge of basic business and accounting functions including project management and budgeting.
Demonstrated initiative/self-motivation, with the ability to quickly and easily adapt to changing organizational needs.
Ability to manage a high volume of assignments with varying complexity and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with integrity and professionalism
Proficiency using computers and electronics equipmentWorking knowledge of various software, applications, and programs including but not limited to microsoft office suite and raiser’s edge.
Ability to obtain and maintain proper credentials necessary to access uso center locations and facilities including but not limited to security, credit and/or background screening, sofa status, valid driver’s license.
Must be a strong advocate of the uso’s mission.
Details:
This position is based in long beach, ca but remote work from another major metropolitan areas inside the west region or relocation to the long beach area may be considered for highly qualified candidates.
Resume and cover letter are required for full consideration.
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