Executive Director Job at United Way (Union)

Executive Director

United Way

Location:
United States , Union

Category:
Public Sector

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

80000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

Lead Union Uplifted, United Way of the Piedmont’s (UWP) Union County cradle-to-career initiative, aligning systems, partners, and resources around population-level outcomes for children, youth, and families to increase financial security and stability. Guided by the StriveTogether framework, advance community-wide strategies that ensure every child can thrive and succeed from early childhood through postsecondary completion and career attainment.

Job Responsibility:

Establish and sustain a shared cradle-to-career vision across multiple pillars
Align cross-sector partners around population-level outcomes, indicators, and strategies
Lead development and execution of annual and multi-year action plans tied to measurable results
Build and manage collaborative action networks that drive accountability
Identify disparities and co-design strategies to close outcome gaps
Build trusted relationships with community leaders, system partners, parents, youth, and residents
Serve as a community catalyst, adapting leadership across facilitator, strategist, and advocate roles
Convene and facilitate partner meetings, working groups, and cross-sector task forces
Serve as the primary ambassador and storyteller, building public understanding and support
Lead initiative-level communications in coordination with UWP staff
Guide results-based data, evaluation, and learning efforts aligned to shared outcomes
Translate data into actionable insights that inform strategy and improvement
Ensure partners have access to usable data and shared learning tools
Collaborate with UWP team to produce dashboards, reports, and outcome summaries
Foster a culture of continuous improvement focused on learning and impact
Lead initiative-level fundraising strategy in partnership with UWP Resource Development team
Cultivate and steward funder and donor relationships
Contribute to grant development and outcome-focused narratives
Ensure accurate, timely funder/partner reporting supported by UWP team
Align funding strategies to support sustainability and growth
Oversee day-to-day operations, project management, and partner coordination
Manage budget and initiative resources
Execute MOUs and partnership agreements in alignment with UWP policies
Build the systems, relationships, and capacity needed to establish and sustain a high-performing StriveTogether-aligned partnership
Build and support a diverse, high-performing team of staff, facilitators, and volunteers
Recruit, train, and support volunteers engaged in action networks
Provide coaching, professional development, and clear performance expectations
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and learning-oriented team culture

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree required
master’s degree in Education, Public Administration, Social Work, Nonprofit Management, or related field preferred
Minimum 5–7 years of experience in collective impact, systems change, education, workforce development, community engagement, or nonprofit leadership
Demonstrated experience leading cross-sector partnerships and advancing shared outcomes
Experience managing complex initiatives, multiple partners, and measurable results
Familiarity with the StriveTogether framework and the ability to develop the expertise, relationships, and systems needed to establish Union Uplifted as a StriveTogether partnership
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting timelines
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
experience using AI tools to increase productivity
Ability to learn and use other technologies and systems for relationship management and virtual convening
Willing and able to work a flexible schedule, including occasional early mornings and evenings
Comfortable working in a hybrid environment
Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation throughout the workday

Nice to have:

Master’s degree in Education, Public Administration, Social Work, Nonprofit Management, or related field
Experience using AI tools to increase productivity

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 04, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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