UJA-Federation of New York is the largest local philanthropy in the world. For more than 100 years, we’ve brought New Yorkers together to solve some of the most pressing problems facing our community. Thanks to our network of hundreds of non-profits, we can leverage our expertise across any number of areas — including health and human services, arts and culture, and education — to care for Jews everywhere and New Yorkers of all backgrounds, respond to crises close to home and far away, and shape our Jewish future. Our reach extends from New York to Israel to nearly 70 other countries around the world, touching 4.5 million people each year.
The CGSI & PLG Major Gifts Officer plans, coordinates, and manages signature initiatives and key CGSI projects while maintaining a portfolio of major capital and annual campaign donors. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution, guiding special initiatives from concept through implementation and cultivating prospective donors. Responsibilities include developing compelling project narratives, strengthening donor stewardship, expanding the major gifts pipeline, and maintaining accurate donor records. The position reports to the Director of CGSI and the Vice President of PLG.
Responsibilities:
- Work in partnership with CGSI Director to develop a comprehensive campaign plan for all relevant projects and donors
- Manage a robust portfolio of annual campaign donors by developing and executing strategies for the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of current and new donors
- In partnership with the CGSI and PLG team, manage a portfolio focused primarily on high six- and seven-figure donors
- Work in partnership with planning and agency colleagues to develop specific, donor-resonant projects
- Execute cultivation and stewardship events
- Assist in development of overall campaign materials
- Ensure active, timely progress toward campaign goals and benchmarks
- Help to plan and coordinate fundraising-related site visits, meetings and briefings
- Assist in development and manage donor recognition opportunities
- Function as FRD liaison to one or more planning and FRD departments, providing campaign progress reports and updates to UJA-Federation staff and lay leadership
- Other responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred
- Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously with close attention to detail and prioritization to meet deadlines
- Ability to build effective collaborative relationships with an ability to work as part of a seamless team with strong collegial relationships
- Ability to think creatively and strategically, dealing with changing priorities, emergent issues, multiple projects, and funding partners in a fast-paced environment
- Experience interacting and building robust relationships with major donors and board members
- Outstanding interpersonal, written and verbal communications
- Proficiency in database management, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and other computer skills, as required
- Strong commitment to mission of UJA-Federation
- Comprehensive understanding of the New York philanthropic landscape
- Understanding of poverty in New York, effective strategies for combatting poverty, and foundations and donors that work in this arena is preferred but not required
Reports To: Director, Capital Gifts & Special Initiatives
Salary Range: $105,000 - $120,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications listed above.
Great Perks. Because We Appreciate Great Employees.
TIME OFF
We offer a generous number of vacation days and have the Jewish holidays off as well. Fridays our offices close early (October to March at 3:00 pm and April to September at 4:00 pm). All so you can relax and recharge.
HYBRID MODEL
We’re operating on a hybrid work model: three set days in the office and two days remote. So enjoy the best of both worlds — the comforts of home and the energy of the office.
HEALTH CARE
UJA provides a top-tier medical and dental plan, along with a flexible spending account. We also offer life insurance. And for a small cost you can take part in on-site yoga and exercise classes at our Manhattan office. Wellness matters to us.
PLANNING FOR RETIREMENT
UJA employees can enroll in a pension plan and tax deferred annuity.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Classes, workshops, and compelling speakers will keep you at the top of your game.
COMMUNITY
We come together as a staff to commemorate holidays (from Rosh Hashanah to MLK Day), volunteer at nonprofits, and celebrate our accomplishments together. (Our chocolate chip cookies are legendary!)
SOME MORE (YES, MORE!)
We also offer a commuter benefit plan, so you can get to work and feel good about it.