Manager, Asset Development, United Way of Southeastern PA

Posted by on November 30, 2009

UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA
Manager, Community Impact

The United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania’s mission is to improve people’s lives by mobilizing the caring power of donors, volunteers and communities. We have an excellent opportunity for a professional to join our Community Impact team. The ideal individual will be responsible for managing special projects and perform duties related to the implementation of United Way’s strategic investments related to Asset Development, including but not limited to the Individual Development Account (IDA) activities supported by the Assets for Independence Program (AFI), and the Suburban Asset Development Project. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree, graduate degree in related field preferred. At least three (3) years of experience in financial education or asset development initiatives required; and at least three (3) years of experience in project management required; and Essential Functions:

Individual Development Account (IDA) Program
· Oversees all administrative, reporting and programmatic activities related to the implementation of UWSEPA’s IDA Program, including but not limited to the following tasks:
– Develops program goals for UWSEPA’s IDA program and implements related activities aimed at achieving those goals;
– Formulates policies, standards and procedures governing UWSEPA’s IDA program;

– Provides oversight and communicates UWSEPA’s policies and procedures to technical assistance consultants working with agencies administering UWSEPA’s IDA Program.
– Reviews new and continuing proposals submitted by organizations seeking to participate in UWSEPA’s IDA program and assesses the performance of current agencies participating.
– Keeps informed of, and evaluate rules, regulations and procedures associated with the AFI/UWSEPA IDA Program.
– Prepares and submits periodic reports on program activities and achievements, and on progress towards the overall program goal.
– Interfaces with UWSEPA contract and fiscal administrators to develop contracts and process IDA matching checks;
– Builds/maintains relationships with financial institution partners;
– Convenes IDA Program Advisory Committee;
– Performs related work as required.

Suburban Asset Development Project
· Builds relationships with financial stability/asset development initiatives in the suburban counties.
· Provides funding, resources, and technical support to emerging and established collaborative efforts involving financial stability/asset development initiatives in the suburban counties.

“Agenda for Community Solutions” Implementation
· Manages investments and relationships under the “Financial Stability” priority area specifically focused on outcomes related to asset development and related public policy issues.
· Leads the collection of field knowledge related to asset development and other areas as needed.
· Participates in strategic partnerships, work groups, roundtables, and other committees related to asset development.
· Coordinates agency peer roundtables.
· Provides direction and staff support to the formation of initiatives, projects and directed investments related to asset development.
· Writes and distributes Requests for Proposals; analyzes funding requests and develops funding recommendations.
· Develops and manages contractual agreements with subcontractors, consultants, and/or technical assistance providers.
· Fields questions from the community about UWSEPA’s asset development initiatives, and assists in the creation of informational materials.

Resource Development Support
· Supports donor education activities, as needed;
· Participates in other resource development activities, as needed;

Other
· Communicates with key internal and external stakeholders, as needed.
· Participates in intra-and inter-departmental meetings and teams, as needed;
· Other duties as assigned.

The successful candidate will possess superior verbal and written communication skills, an effective listener and presenter; strong problem-solving skills; excellent data analytical and interpretive skills as well as have the ability to influence and persuade key stakeholders, peers, and subordinate staff. S/he must have a strong knowledge in developing teams and have a willingness to participate in building teams. S/he has a willingness for local travel and proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, and Excel) and skilled with database software preferred. For consideration, please respond with a cover letter and resume to United Way of Southeastern PA, 7 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103, or e-mail to: [email protected]. Resumes without a cover letter will not be considered. No phone calls. EOE