WECU

Charitable Giving Lead

WECU  •  $32.01 - $45.19/hr  •  Bellingham, WA (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

WECU is seeking a Charitable Giving Lead to join our Community Impact department in Bellingham, WA. This role directly supports WECU’s ongoing Community Impact efforts by promoting important community causes and service to underserved communities, through volunteerism and charitable giving. Leads the coordination and execution of charitable giving programs and events.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop and lead the execution of WECU's charitable giving and grant programs. Reviews requests for proposal and financial information of non-profit partners.
  • Serves as key contributor for annual United Way campaign.
  • Assist with community impact campaign development, execution, tracking, reporting and budget reconciliation.
  • Assists with both the Credit Union Advocacy Committee and Team WECU.
  • Assist in writing, design, and production of community impact materials (e.g., charitable giving presentations, newsletter content, and training documents for varied uses/purposes).
  • Represent WECU, as needed, at events such as charitable events, fundraisers, and promotional events.
  • Serve as a credit union liaison, as needed, with local non-profit organizations and strategic community partners.
  • Assist with inventory of community impact supplies.
  • Assist in vendor management.
  • Follows WECU’s policies and all applicable laws and regulations.
  • Performs other duties as assigned and may also assist others to complete tasks and work assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience in marketing, communications, public relations, nonprofits, or philanthropy.
  • BA/BS in communications, marketing, or human services preferred.
  • Fluency in marketing, advertising, community affairs and communications best practices.
  • Professional demeanor.
  • Strong storytelling, writing, and communication skills.
  • Community and member event planning skills which include excellent organization, carrying out multiple tasks at the same time, thorough and clear communication with all event stakeholders, creative problem solving and high level of attention to detail.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Understanding of social media and digital marketing best practices are a plus.
  • Technical knowledge and experience with graphic design and copy writing preferred.
  • Ability to work effectively both with direction and independently.
  • Ability to understand financial statements and tax filings.
  • Clear communication skills.
  • Accurate writing skills, stressing composition, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
  • Detail-oriented with impeccable spelling, grammar, writing and basic math skills.
  • Computer and technical skills: Experience using MS Word and Excel software for administrative tasks.

COMPENSATION:

The salary range for this position is from $32.01 to $45.19 per hour.

WECU provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits with premiums for employee coverage paid in full, 401(k) retirement plan with an 8% annual contribution from WECU, bonus plan, two or more weeks of vacation, up to 11 paid holidays, paid life and disability insurance, annual wellness benefit, loan discounts, professional development, and much more.

ABOUT WECU:

WECU is a not-for-profit financial cooperative where members are encouraged to save and borrow responsibly at fair and competitive rates. Headquartered in Bellingham, WA, WECU has over 160,000 members and over $3 billion dollars in assets.

It is WECU's mission to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our members. We strive to treat both members and staff with honesty and integrity and to be a socially responsible part of our community. WECU also endeavors to be an employer of choice.

WECU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We make employment decisions based on merit and qualifications and seek to have the best qualified person in every job. WECU policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin, or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

WECU participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all new hires.

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About WECU

At WECU, we strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our members. That’s why we commit our people, capital, and ideas to help our members, and the communities we serve, grow. Taking care of our members means taking care of our people first. That’s why we strive to be an employer of choice by offering market-leading pay and benefits and fostering a culture that is respectful and supportive.

WECU is not a bank. We’re a not for profit financial cooperative that puts our members first by providing a diverse range of competitive financial tools at fair rates. For more than 80 years, WECU has become one of Northwest Washington’s best-known and best-loved companies. Headquartered in beautiful Bellingham, Washington, WECU has 11 branches, over 125,000 members, and more than two billion dollars in assets.

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Bellingham, WA
Year Founded
1936
Website
wecu.com
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