Associate Director, Central Region Advancement & Advocacy

The Organization:

Valley Youth House empowers and strengthens the lives of children, youth, and families through inclusive programming that builds resilience and fosters growth and independence. VYH works from a trauma-informed / healing-centered perspective, incorporating positive youth and human development, and cultural awareness into all aspects of its services. The agency is committed to ensuring that clients and staff feel safe, have choice and voice, collaborate in a trusting environment, and are empowered to make a difference in their own lives and the agency.

Why Should You Apply?

• Hybrid opportunities.
• An extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth onboarding process.
• Competitive compensation package with paid time off (PTO) to promote work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage, including prescription benefits.
• Enroll in our 401(k) retirement plan and enjoy a company match to secure your financial future.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Take advantage of our pre-tax spending accounts (Health Care and Dependent Care FSA).
• Health and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Referral program where you can earn rewards for bringing talented individuals to our team.
• Tuition reimbursement program to fuel your professional growth.

Essential Functions of the Associate Director, Central Region Advancement:

Oversee the organization's advocacy and public policy efforts to advance systematic change on behalf of the individuals, families, and communities served:

• Build and maintain relationships with elected officials and their staff, government agencies and regulators, coalitions and advocacy networks.
• Work cross-functionally with programs, leadership, board and community partners to promote youth issues and represent the agency at community meetings, events, and forums.
• Become familiar with and advocate for youth-centric policies and programs at the local, state, and national levels as well as identify subject matter experts on topics within the advocacy platform. Monitor legislation, regulations, and administrative policies affecting clients.
• Work with the Marketing & Communications team to effectively communicate advocacy efforts, monitor and evaluate the impact of advocacy activities, and report on outcomes.

Annual Giving and Special Events Responsibilities:

• Ensure the success ($200,000+ net annually) of at least three annual fundraising events for the agency - Golf Tournament , Give.Local.York., and signature Setting the Stage. Liaison to Events Committees for all special events.
• Oversee all aspects of Special Events for the Central Region. Oversee event sponsorship materials and promotions. Ensure accuracy of pledges and gifts and proper receipt of all sponsorships prior to event date. Recruit, motivate, train, manage, and recognize Events Committee and Staff Volunteers. Recruit top-level business and community leaders to serve as Co-Chairs, Honorees, and Committee members. Maintain effective cost control for Special Events to ensure the highest possible return on investment.
• Support DonorPerfect database growth and manage the integrity of the database by ensuring that 100% of activity is accurately recorded. Develop and maintain an extensive portfolio in DonorPerfect database of 100-125 prospects. Research, identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major and planned giving prospects using Moves Management to maintain the portfolio. Conduct 10-12 phone and/or face-to-face solicitations per month and document 10-12 weekly donor contacts, including site tours and visitations. Coordinate closely with Finance to provide accurate event ProFormas.
• Actively manage and coordinate all aspects of Annual Requests ($100,000+ net annually), major Gifts, Capital Campaigns, and Planned Gifts from prospects (Corporate, Foundations, individuals, etc.)
• Manage relationships with United Way organizations and other workplace giving campaigns, encouraging brand awareness and revenue generation.
• Manage relationships with United Way organizations and other workplace giving campaigns, encouraging brand awareness and revenue generation.
• Evaluate effectiveness based on a nine-point performance index and reasonable cost guidelines for all fundraising activities. Take action to improve activities that are not producing a reasonable cost of fundraising and return on investment.

Minimum Qualifications for the Associate Director, Central Region Advancement:

• Bachelor's degree.
• 3-5 years of advocacy, government relations, or professional fundraising experience is required.
• This position requires a professional who is achievement-oriented and adept at prioritizing, multitasking, and working independently without close oversight.
• A team player who will productively engage with others at varying levels of seniority both inside and outside of VYH.
• This position requires maturity, excellent skills in writing, organization, research, independence of judgment, and the ability to work independently as well as be a team player.
• Able to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines, and have the ability to take initiative and interact with top leadership in the community.
• Tangible experience of having expanded and cultivated existing donor relationships over a period of time.
• Must be amenable to a flexible work schedule involving evening and weekend hours, as well as fixed office hours.
• An individual who has never been convicted of any child abuse offenses.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk, working on a computer.
• Ability to navigate stairs.
• This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 35 lbs.
• This position requires travel up to 35% of the time to different offices and advancement-related events.

If eligible : Medical, vision, and prescription benefits available after the first month of hire, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Off, 401k -6% match, Employer-paid clearances, physical, and training, Opportunities for Tuition reimbursement, Opportunities for licensure supervision hours for LCSW and LPC.

Valley Youth House is more than a nonprofit organization. We’re a catalyst for youth to achieve their desired futures through genuine relationships that support families, ensure safe places, and build community connections. We partner with each young person we meet to help them create the best possible outcome for their unique situation.