Senior Advancement Officer
Position Summary
The Senior Advancement Officer is responsible for establishing, managing, and deepening relationships with high-net-worth individuals; clients, prospects, and professional advisors. The ideal candidate is a proven fundraiser or business development professional and change agent with experience in securing major gifts or business transactions/deals, managing high net worth relationships and cultivating inclusive networks. They must have a proven track record of building and sustaining robust client pipelines, through personalized, superior, stewardship. Skilled in leveraging data and CRM tools, the candidate will focus on acquiring new clients, optimizing client retention and prospecting for new clients with significant philanthropic capacity. This person will report to the Vice President of Advancement and will partner with the Advancement team and the broader Foundation staff to enhance the client experience and drive impact. The candidate must be passionate about Jewish Los Angeles, Israel, and the broader community.
Key ResponsibilitiesFundraising, Donor Engagement, and Client Services
- Cultivate and manage a portfolio of ~200 clients, donors, prospects, and referral sources.
- Develop philanthropic strategies for clients in alignment with their goals, including recognizing opportunities for planned giving and complex asset contributions.
- Ensure personalized, strategic cultivation and stewardship to strengthen long-term donor relationships throughout the full lifecycle—from initial outreach and account opening through advisory services and legacy planning.
- Utilize CRM to track progress, manage donor portfolio, and report on key performance indicators related to major gifts
- Introduce clients and advisors to the Center for Designed Philanthropy and other Foundation services.
Education and Experience Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in fundraising, advancement, or high-level client relationship management.
- Minimum of 3 years advising clients on charitable or financial strategies preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Experience in the Los Angeles Jewish community is strongly preferred.
- Experience with sophisticated, cutting-edge Microsoft Dynamics-based CRM platforms is preferred.
Core Competencies and Skills
- Proven success in cultivating, soliciting, and closing major gifts or business deals.
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Strong strategic thinking and project management ability.
- Confidence and diplomacy when working with high-net-worth individuals and professional advisors.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and client database systems.
- Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Flexible, creative, and adaptable to a dynamic philanthropic environment.
- High degree of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
Working Conditions:
- Some local or Los Angeles area travel may be required to setup meetings and participate in events.
- Flexible work environment with hybrid work schedule.
- Salary: $125,000 - $175,000 depending on skill sets, years of experience, training, certifications, and degrees earned. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range unless they exceed most of the job qualifications.
- Sample Benefits
o Medical/Dental/Vision
o 403(b) with 10% employer contribution
o Staff Donor Advised Fund
o Paid Parking
o Generous vacation and sick leave
o National and Jewish holidays
The Jewish Community Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Statistics show that women and members of marginalized groups tend to only apply for an opportunity if they meet 100% of the qualifications. The Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles encourages you to break the trend and apply.
Application Process: Only those with Advancement experience in the Los Angeles area should apply. To apply for this position, please email your cover letter and resume as a single PDF document titled “Last Name, First Name” to [email protected]. In the subject line of your email, include: “Application: Senior Advancement Officer”. We look forward to reviewing your application.