Major Gifts Officer

Job description

The Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle is a vibrant and forward-thinking organization at the heart of the Jewish Puget Sound community. We are dedicated to building and fostering a thriving Jewish community through our diverse range of programs, projects, and events. Our mission is to lead a strong Jewish Puget Sound by serving as a community voice, strengthening connections to Israel and World Jewry, and making investments in Jewish life, for today and the next generation. Summary: The Major Gifts Officer plays a critical role in supporting the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle's Annual Campaign by identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors at the $10,000+ level. Reporting to the Director of Development, the Major Gifts Officer is responsible for driving growth in the major gifts pipeline by identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding high-capacity donors, while developing and executing strategies to engage and secure new prospects. This position is ideal for a highly motivated relationship builder who thrives on meeting goals, working collaboratively with lay leaders and colleagues, and contributing to the Federation's mission and impact. Essential Responsibilities include the following: - Donor Growth: Manage and grow a portfolio of 100 current and prospective major donors ($10,000+) and mid-level donors ($5,000-$9,999), with a total portfolio value of $1M, and implement strategies to upgrade mid-level donors to major gifts. Build and implement moves management plans, conduct donor meetings, and track all interactions in the Federation's CRM. - Prospect Research & Pipeline Development: Serve as the lead on prospect research, using our analytics tools and data to identify and qualify high-potential major gift prospects. - Leadership Giving & Donor Recognition Societies: Launch and grow the King David Society ($25,000+), including developing a pipeline of qualified prospects and executing strategies to upgrade donors into this level. Design and implement high-impact engagement, recognition, and stewardship experiences for leadership donors, including tailored experiences for Golden Donors (25+ years of giving) and Legacy Society donors. - Strategic Partnership & Campaign Growth: Act as a strategic partner to the Director of Development, collaborating on annual campaign strategy and identifying opportunities to grow the Federation's major gift program. - Donor Portfolio Management & Campaign Coordination: Coordinate solicitations with staff and volunteers, and donor/solicitor assignment process. - Other duties and special projects may be assigned. Required Attributes and Competencies: - Minimum 5+ years of experience in fundraising, major gifts, or donor relations, preferably in a nonprofit or Jewish communal setting. - Demonstrated success managing a donor portfolio and meeting fundraising goals. - Proven strategic thinker who can develop and implement strategies to accomplish organizational goals. - Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with donors, volunteers, and colleagues. - Strong emotional intelligence, communication, and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team. - Highly organized with strong attention to detail. - Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. - Flexibility to attend evening and weekend meetings or events as needed. Preferred Attributes and Competencies: - Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or CFRE certification preferred. - Experience managing a corporate sponsorship portfolio. - Mission-driven with a commitment to strengthening Jewish community and philanthropy. A knowledge of the Jewish community is preferred. - Experience with CRM systems and prospect research tools (e.g., Salesforce). - Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Workspace. - Demonstrated understanding of volunteer and professional partnership dynamics. Compensation & Benefits: Salary Range: $90,000-$100,000, commensurate with experience. Paid time off and Holidays: Fifteen (15) vacation days and Five (5) sick days annually, Nine (9) Federal Holidays, and Jewish holidays. Benefits available include: Medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance coverage, 401(k). How to Apply: Send a PDF resume and a cover letter describing your interest to [email protected]. Learn more about our mission at www.jewishinseattle.org. Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle is an equal opportunity employer.