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Operations, Data & Accountability: • Use Bloomerang (our CRM) to track every donor and prospect interaction, solicitation, and next step, keeping moves management data accurate and current. • Stay up to date with the latest tech developments in the field of philanthropy and development. • Uphold the gift acceptance policy and ethical and legal fundraising standards, overseeing gift processing, donor acknowledgments, and tax receipting. • Implement a stewardship calendar and a first-gift welcome process, so every donor receives timely, personal acknowledgment and impact updates. • Develop and manage the philanthropy department’s annual budget, tracking fundraising expenses and return on investment. • Safeguard donor information in accordance with data-privacy best practices and organizational policy. • Prepare monthly progress reports for the CEO and board committees, tracking results against goals by revenue source, with additional reporting as requested. • Recruit and manage volunteers, work with lay committees, and supervise philanthropy JTeam members as the department grows. • Perform other duties as assigned by the CEO.
Required Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. • Five or more years of progressive nonprofit fundraising experience, including a proven record of securing major gifts. • Experience planning and executing annual campaigns and fundraising events. • Proven ability to build lasting partnerships with donors, board members, volunteers, and staff. • Track record of meeting or exceeding fundraising goals and deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that values teamwork, respect, and excellence. • Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution across multiple priorities. • Highly organized, with proven project management and time management skills. • Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with confidence in public speaking. • Proficiency with donor databases and Microsoft 365, with the ability to turn data into clear, actionable reports. • Strong sense of ethics and propriety, consistent with the AFP Code of Ethical Standards.
Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in Jewish communal work and understanding of Jewish culture and the Jewish philanthropic landscape. • Experience and comfort with use of AI in the field of development and philanthropy. • Experience with legacy giving, capital campaigns, and/or Life & Legacy. • Grant writing experience with foundations, corporations, and government funders.
Working Conditions: • Availability for evening and weekend events, meetings, and donor visits. • Local and regional travel for donor meetings and community events; occasional travel to conferences.
Compensations & Benefits: • Salary range of $90,000 – $110,000, commensurate with experience. • Free Katz JCC Family Membership. • JTeam member discounts on Early Childhood tuition, Day Camp, and Katz JCC programs. • Medical, dental, and vision benefits. • 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution. • Paid sick leave and paid vacation. • Paid holidays. • New Jersey Short-Term Disability (STD). • Professional development opportunities and support.
How to Apply: Please submit a résumé and cover letter to Rabbi Jeremy Weisblatt, CEO, at (contact details on the original listing). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
EEOC & Accommodations Statement: The Katz JCC is dedicated to Equal Employment Opportunity. We provide equal opportunities based on merit and ability, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship and veteran’s status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, or any other prohibited factor. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible for employment, provided they can perform essential job functions after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If accommodation poses undue hardship, eligibility may be reconsidered.
