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Goodwill Southeast Georgia COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST in Savannah, Georgia
Our Community Engagement Specialist are responsible for increasing the material donations collected in the territory. They build lasting partnerships with local businesses, civic groups, and community-based organizations, to collect their donated items. Through these relationships, they set up donation drives, schedule commercial/in-home pick-ups that yield high-quality donations for Goodwill SEGA.
We Offer:
Hybrid work schedule based on business needs.
Competitive pay with opportunities for advancement
Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, company-contribution HSA plan and retirement plan, generous tuition assistance.
Generous PTO and holidays to promote work-life balance.
Thriving Culture based on Teamwork for ongoing support.
FREE Training and Development Opportunities
Your Impact:
Builds lasting partnerships with local businesses, civic groups, and community-based organizations, to collect their donated items.
Research to continually identify, cultivate, and steward new donor relationships as part of an overall donor acquisition strategy.
Works closely with the Manager of Donation Acquisition, retail senior leadership team, and the transportation department to plan, coordinate, and lead donation-driven events and activities.
Partner with Marketing and Community Engagement to create a holistic approach to building strong community relationships through external donation acquisition strategies, special events, and promotional opportunities, including event design, collateral design and distribution, and promotion.
Provide frequent communication to the MDA and Senior Leadership on planned activities and metric-driven results.
Provides clear, timely communication of progress, issues, and resource requirements of donated goods with members of the Leadership Team. Maintain strong and positive work relationships with all team members.
Tracks critical data relevant to donations' quantity, quality, and value and assists with data analysis.
Represent Goodwill SEGA as the Donor Ambassador at community engagements and donor events.
Participates in organizational discussions and contribute to conversations regarding the strategic direction and community impact/outcomes in our territory.
Acts as a Goodwill ambassador, champions Goodwill’s mission, and participates in community activities to support advancement of Goodwill throughout local communities. Flexible work hours and the ability to work nights and weekends are essential to this position.
Understands core values and exemplifies in daily work: Empowerment, Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, and Service.
As a servant leader, assists in barrier removal to ensure success of team.
Develop new partnerships and participate in required community/civic events to meet quarterly objectives.
Accomplishes organization mission by completing related assignments as needed.
Your Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree preferred; work experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skill, and abilities to be able to perform the essential functions of the position.
3-plus years of professional experience in a nonprofit organization; demonstrated success in a development function (managing and forging relationships with multiple donor sources).
Tangible experience of having expanded and cultivated existing donor relationships over time.
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral; ability to influence and engage a wide range of donors and build long-term relationships.
Strong organizational skills.
Flexible and adaptable style; a leader who can positively impact both strategic and tactical fundraising initiatives.
Ability to work both independently without close oversight, but also a team player who will productively engage with others at varying levels of seniority within and outside Goodwill.
High energy and passion for the mission is essential.
Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Strong customer focus and ability to manage multiple tasks and projects at a time.
Must be willing to travel.
Must have a current valid driver s license, valid insurance, ability to be insured under the company s vehicle insurance policy.
Lifting and carrying 40 – 60 pounds; Developed fine motor control (grasp, handle, manipulate objects with fingers.
Ability to push/pull 100 pounds.
Standing for long periods of time; frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, stooping, squatting, pushing.
If you’re passionate about service, love working in a fun and energetic environment, and value diversity and teamwork, WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
Join us in our commitment to sustainability and making a positive contribution to our community. Our values guide everything that we do.
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Goodwill is an EEO employer and is committed to serving members of the military, Veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Our goal is to help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country. Goodwill provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application system as a result of your disability. Applicants with disabilities may contact Goodwill’s Human Resources Department at 912.354.6611 (tel:912.354.6611) for assistance in accessing the on-line application system. Please be sure to include your name, preferred method of contact, and details on your requested accommodation. Goodwill will make every effort to respond to your request promptly.
Goodwill is one of the most recognized and respected brands in the country, and a career here means you become a part of transforming lives and helping people in your own neighborhood.
We make a difference in the community.
We offer competitive wages & benefits.
We believe in promoting from within
We support our associates in achieving their highest level of personal and professional growth.
COME JOIN OUR TEAM AT GOODWILL SOUTHEAST GEORGIA!
