Jewish Federation of Detroit · 3 months ago
Assistant Vice President, Development and Planned Giving
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is a central fundraising and community planning organization for the Pittsburgh Jewish community. They are seeking an Assistant Vice President, Development and Planned Giving, who will be responsible for cultivating and stewarding relationships with high-potential donors and prospects, focusing on major donor-level commitments and planned gifts.
Mental Health
Responsibilities
Identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of high priority prospects and donors with an emphasis on foundation fundraising
Create customized solicitation strategies based on the newly implemented Federation strategic plan, community needs and the interests of the donor including planned giving strategies to maximize giving through tax planning
Manage a minimum of 80 donors/prospects with a minimum of 120, measurable, donor interactions annually
Serve as the relationship manager for each assigned prospect, ensuring that their development plan encompasses the broad spectrum of Federation activity and giving opportunities and the highest level of customer service
Work collaboratively with other members of the Federation staff, volunteers, professional advisors, and community partners and organizations to ensure the best outcome for the donor and the community
Use CRM to input and track donor interactions and activity and other appropriate accurate records of donor activity
Conduct prospect research as necessary
Serve as a key thought partner to the Associate Vice President, Development & Foundation and the Associate Vice President, Development around fundraising strategies, metrics, and best practices
Solicit for all revenue streams including, but not limited to the Community Campaign, endowment, and supplemental/project-based gifts
Participate in special events, recognition, and stewardship programs, as appropriate
Manage one direct report while providing coaching and feedback to fundraising staff members
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Proven track record in fundraising results in a goal-oriented environment, including successful track record of closing current and/or deferred major gifts of $100,000+
Strong knowledge of the Jewish community, culture, and practices. Passion for the mission of Federation and the Jewish community including Israel and world Jewry
An understanding of and the ability to articulate the accomplishments and goals of a complex organization
Knowledge of fundraising principles as well as estate and financial planning techniques and principals
The emotional intelligence, maturity, and sound judgement necessary for interacting with donors, volunteers, and staff
Disciplined self-starter who regularly sets and achieves work goals
Accomplished oral and written communication and presentation skills
Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Bachelor's degree required; an advanced degree (MA or JD) is strongly preferred
Candidates must demonstrate relevant professional experience in law, tax or related fields
Seven-plus years of proven success in annual and/or planned gift fundraising. Planned giving expertise is required
Must hold and maintain a valid Pennsylvania driver's license as a condition of employment
This role requires frequent travel by automobile with the availability for additional hours including nights and weekends at organization sponsored events
Preferred
Experience within Jewish communal organizations, hospitals, or universities will be considered a significant asset
Experience working with volunteers and the non-profit sector, highly preferred
Knowledge of CRM databases a plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel strongly preferred
PA child protection certifications will be required
Benefits
Excellent health care and retirement benefits
Generous time off
Hybrid work arrangement
Company
Jewish Federation of Detroit
The Jewish Federation of Detroit is the fundraising arm and communal planning organization of volunteers, donors, agencies and partners, working together to answer the health, welfare, educational, cultural and spiritual needs of the Jewish Community in Detroit, in Israel, and throughout the world.