JSSA · 2 months ago
Development - Director, Major Gifts
200 Wood Hill Rd, Rockville, MD 20850, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
6+ years expThe Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA) has been helping people across the Washington metropolitan area meet emotional, social, and physical challenges for more than 120 years. The Director of Major Gifts is responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing the Agency’s major and mid-level gifts fundraising program, managing a portfolio of prospects, and collaborating with the CEO and other departments to develop fundraising initiatives.
FamilyHealth CareNon ProfitSocial
Responsibilities
Directs all aspects of major and mid-level donor activity
Manages the Philanthropy Assistant, Philanthropy and Stewardship Manager and Major Gift Officer when hired
Ensures execution of plan for cultivation and stewardship of major and mid-level donors
Design and implement innovative strategies to identify, cultivate and solicit high-net worth donors for major gifts
Works with volunteer constituencies in support of development/major gifts objectives
Effectively prepares meeting materials, stewardship reports and major gift solicitations including, but not limited to solicitation materials and proposals. Manages communication and donor interactions
Work with CEO and CEAO to create new fundraising opportunities to identify and attract new donors
Assists in the oversight of Agency's special events for donors, as appropriate
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in relevant field
A minimum of six years of progressive experience in development, major gifts and fundraising in a nonprofit work environment
Strong presentation skills and comfortable making presentations in a variety of settings
Prior experience working in the nonprofit sector with supporting the work of a nonprofit board
Strong goal orientation and leadership skills
Works well independently and be self-motivated in initiating contacts with potential and existing donors
Must be a highly energetic professional with a track record of building major gifts relationships and closing five and six figure gifts
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, strong analytical skills and managing multiple tasks
Strong written and oral communication skills; proficiency in donor databases and supporting technology; experience in Virtuous a plus
Maintain professionalism and respect the confidentiality of donor's personal information
Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including some evenings and weekends
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits package
Healthy work-life balance
Collaborative team environment
Many opportunities for personal growth and professional development
Company
JSSA
JSSA is a trusted health and social wellness agency serving the National Capital Region.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Todd Schenk
Chief Executive Officer
Caroline Appleby, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
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