Associate Director, Advancement & Engagement

Your Role

Contribute to the development and execution of the department’s strategy, goals, objectives, and action plans
Develop, manage, and facilitate fundraising campaigns, programs, events, and initiatives
Identify, research, cultivate, engage, solicit, and steward existing donors and new prospects
Identify and implement new opportunities to expand departmental initiatives beyond existing fundraising programs
Participate and support the work of Boards, committees, task forces, or working groups
Leverage resources to help build awareness of and support for the AJC and department initiatives
Maintain and manage programmatic spending
Manage department contact lists, records, data/databases, and reporting
Create reports and analyze fundraising activities, metrics, and impact
Research donors and donor prospects
Understand and share best practices for the usage of Raiser’s Edge (AJC’s donor database)
Coordinate, attend, and/or lead meetings, provide input, identify and discuss issues, and develop action plans/next steps
Serve as a liaison to departments, Boards, committees, and other stakeholders
Develop relationships with and engage strategic contacts, groups, and organizations
Design and disseminate reports and marketing resources to cultivate donor interest and secure funding

Specific to This Role

Manage all aspects of development related programs and events focusing on creating a pipeline of donors beginning at $1,800 through $9,999;
Solicit and close annual and multiyear gifts from the pipeline;
Collaborate with Regional Director and other team members on all events and programs;
Collaborate with the Associate Development Director, Advancement, Regional Director, and lay leaders in solicitation and stewardship plans for mid-level donors;
Collaborate in the Washington D.C. office with national departments and colleagues on programs, meetings and events to engage donors in advocacy.

Supervisory Role

Individual contributor

Education, Training, and Experience

Bachelor’s degree
8+ years

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Passion for the mission, goals, and objectives of AJC
Committed to AJC’s core values: respect, accountability, integrity, innovation, and collaboration
Demonstrates professionalism and high standards of conduct
Ability to work collaboratively with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Fundraising experience
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and listening)
Excellent public speaking skills with various audiences and the media
Self-starter with the ability to work independently
Strong organization and time management skills, including the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
Excellent attention to detail and follow-through
Capacity to multitask and work in a fast-paced and changing environment
Commitment to continuous learning and improvement
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
A customer service orientation and skill in establishing and strengthening relationships with stakeholders
Demonstrates excellent judgment and the ability to make appropriate decisions
Skilled in conducting thorough research
Willing and able to work outside of standard working hours, including early mornings, evenings, and/or weekends
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams, and Outlook), Google Suite applications, and Zoom

Physical Demands

Office employees:

Remaining in a stationary position, often sitting or standing for prolonged periods
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
Communicating with others to exchange information
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another

Disclaimers

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute a contract between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.