Director of Philanthropy

Our client is looking for a dynamic and experienced Director of Philanthropy who is a self-starter, flexible and confident. This organization is fresh, energetic, and inclusive. If you are looking for a new way of thinking about Philanthropy then please read on!

Key Areas of Responsibility: 
Affinity Groups

• Develop and execute a comprehensive women’s philanthropy campaign plan, in partnership with lay leadership.
• Secure new annual donors and deepen relationships with existing supporters.
• Develop, plan, and deliver women’s, cabinet and events (e.g., education, outreach, annual/legacy giving), to deepen engagement with current and prospective donors.
• Special projects within Women’s Philanthropy
• Provide staff support for lay leadership of each affinity group.
• Identify, recruit, train, motivate and support volunteer leaders.
• Prepare and manage budgets.
• Oversee execution of events/programs in coordination with Marketing Director and event coordinators.
• Recruit participants for programming, virtual and in-person events.
• Coordinate and strengthen relationships with national Women’s Philanthropy , national Young Leadership Cabinet and other professionals.

General Annual Campaign

• Develop and manage an annual comprehensive financial resource development plan, together with VP, Philanthropy.
• Identify, cultivate, and establish new donor relationships.
• Ensure effective annual donor solicitations in range of $3.000 - $9,999.
• Identify, recruit, train, motivate and support volunteers.
• Oversee volunteer assignments for annual giving campaigns.
• Oversee delivery of virtual and live events in coordination with Marketing Director and event coordinators.
• Prepare and manage budget for annual giving campaigns, together with EVP, Philanthropy.
• Recruit participants for programming, virtual and in-person events
• Coordinate and strengthen relationships with JFNA professionals and professionals in other communities.

 
Education/Experience/Skills/Abilities/Characteristics

• Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree or certification desirable (CFRE).
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in nonprofit fundraising is preferred.
• Excellent written, oral communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and professional relationships skills.
• Strong management skills and knowledge of traditional and more innovative fundraising techniques.
• Strong working knowledge of and technical proficiency with Microsoft Office suite products.
• Familiarity with donor databases; Blackbaud products preferred.
• Proficiency in professional usage of social media a plus.
• Knowledge, understanding and commitment to Jewish community. Prior experience working for Jewish organizations a plus.
• Ability to manage tasks, prioritize multiple assignments, execute work in an accurate, efficient and timely manner, and track and manage multiple work streams at once. 
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. 
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with a variety of internal and external departments, vendors, and consultants.