Director of Advancement Events and Foundation Relations

Primary Responsibilities

Event Planning & Management

Manage event execution from planning through post-event follow-up and stewardship.
Directly oversee all aspects and logistics of fundraising events, donor gatherings, and cultivation activities including venue coordination/management, registration process, timelines, and attendee communications.
Coordinate with vendors to ensure timely delivery of services and adherence to agreements.
Develop, monitor and stay within event budgets.
Process and track invoices, contracts, and payments.
Maintain accurate records and documentation.

Foundation Grants Management

Write and submit grant proposals and reports to foundations and institutional funders.
Collaborate with academic, programmatic and finance staff to gather information required for grant reports and proposals.
Maintain reporting calendars and ensure timely compliance with grant requirements.
Serve as a liaison with foundation representatives regarding reporting, documentation, and stewardship needs.
Work in conjunction with grant writing consultant on more complex grant applications.
Track grant fulfillment and follow-up with foundation as well as internal colleagues.
Foundation and grant opportunities research.

Other Key Duties

Partner closely with the Vice President for Advancement on strategic initiatives and special projects as needed.

Qualifications & Desired Attributes

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
5–7 years of progressive experience in nonprofit fundraising.
Expertise in coordinating and overseeing fundraising and donor engagement events.
Strong project management and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience writing effective proposals.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and donor database/CRM systems.
Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with donors, volunteers, community leaders, and colleagues.
Resourceful, collaborative, and solutions-oriented.
Flexibility to support evolving organizational priorities.
Knowledge of and experience working within the Jewish community, Jewish nonprofit sector, or Jewish philanthropic landscape strongly preferred.