Associate Vice President, Major Gifts

Key Responsibilities:

Donor Portfolio Management

Manage and grow a portfolio of high-capacity donors, proactively identifying and acquiring new major gifts
Conduct face-to-face solicitations and personalized stewardship to increase giving and deepen engagement across campaigns
Strategic Growth & Pipeline Development

Partner with development leadership to build a pipeline of future major donors using data-driven strategies
Collaborate with departments to coordinate donor experiences and maximize philanthropic outcomes
Events & Donor Engagement

Help design and participate in events, meetings, and missions that bring donors closer to our work and community impact
Collaboration & Reporting

Work with lay leaders, volunteers, and staff to leverage community networks
Maintain detailed records in our CRM system and report on key fundraising metrics including retention, upgrades, and acquisition

Thrive Here If You Have:

A bachelor’s degree
7+ years of nonprofit fundraising or relationship management experience, with a focus on major gifts
A proven track record of securing gifts of $10,000+
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a talent for building authentic relationships
Passion for Jewish values, community, and philanthropy
Experience with donor databases such as Raiser’s Edge or Salesforce
A self-motivated and organized approach with the ability to juggle multiple priorities