Development Officer– Southeast Region

About the Israel Guide Dog Center for the Blind: For more than three decades, the Center has bred, raised, trained and partnered specially trained dogs with Israelis who are blind, have PTSD, autism, and other challenges. Our US efforts focus on nationwide fundraising and outreach.

We seek an experienced, passionate, and connected fundraiser based in South Florida to play a crucial role in increasing the Center’s outreach and development efforts in the Southeastern US. This position is a full-time remote role with office space available in Delray Beach, Florida. The salary range is $75,000-$90,000 and will be commensurate with experience. This position is initially funded for one year; renewal is contingent upon the Officer’s ability to meet fundraising targets. The role will be jointly managed by the Executive Director and the Director of Development.

Responsibilities:

The Development Officer will be responsible for all stages of fundraising to increase the total giving and number of donors in the Southeast. This includes prospective and current/lapsed donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, recognition, and stewardship. The successful candidate will utilize in-person and virtual communications, help facilitate and execute events, and bring Israeli clients and ambassadors to speak to groups. The Development Officer will track all fundraising activities in the CRM and generate periodic reports, as well as additional relevant tasks as needed including, but not limited to: Board support, public outreach, event support, and giving presentations to groups such as synagogues, country clubs, and schools.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of progressive development experience managing a portfolio of donors including identification, cultivation, solicitation, recognition, and stewardship
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, time management, and ability to multitask efficiently
• Proficiency in Google products including Gmail, docs, sheets, calendar; donor management software, and digital fundraising platforms
• Comfortable having planned gift conversations (expertise not required)
• Ability to travel within the Southeast as needed; must have a valid driver’s license and access to a car
• Must be willing to travel to Israel upon hiring

Measures of Success:

• Achievement of fundraising targets related to new, renewed, and upgraded donors for annual campaigns, special projects, capital projects, monthly donors, and legacy donors, as appropriate
• Successful execution of fundraising events and campaigns
• Timely and accurate reporting on fundraising activities

How to Apply:

We encourage applicants to explore our website www.israelguidedog.org. 

Email the following materials to [email protected] and include the subject “Development Officer - Southeast”

• Resume
• Cover letter explaining your interest in this role, what makes you a good match, and two examples of experiences leading fundraising efforts.

Applicants outside of South Florida will not be considered.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

No phone calls please