The Long Island division of UJA-Federation seeks a confident, proactive, and relationship-oriented fundraising professional to fill the role of Development Executive. The activities of this division are fast-paced and high-energy; therefore, this role requires a team-player with the ability to multi-task, trouble-shoot, and be a forward-thinker. Responsibilities include research, engagement, solicitation of funds, implementation of cultivation and fundraising events, committee meetings, educational projects, and hands-on activities. Major Responsibilities: Fundraising/Development
- Develop and implement appropriate fundraising strategies to increase the dollars raised for the annual campaign.
- Employ a variety of fundraising techniques from in person solicitations to fundraising events and educational/engagement programs
- Oversee the planning, development, and implementation of various programming
- Develop and update research on individuals and companies appropriate to the portfolio. This includes identification of viable prospects through research, outreach and relationship-building.
- Educate donors and prospects about the mission of UJA-Federation of New York through one-on-one and group cultivation activities, fundraising events, educational programs, mitzvah projects, agency visits, and missions.
- Collaborate with staff in other campaign divisions to develop and support their initiatives to engage donors in events, missions, and other opportunities.
- Think strategically and creatively about new constituencies and businesses, and recommend and implement fresh growth strategies, programs, and initiatives.
Events
- Work with the event management team on marketing, venue selection, and event program
- Organize small and large-scale fundraising and outreach events for the communities as well as those to be developed
- Organize and execute site visits to agencies and volunteer activities
- Involve lay leadership in a strategic and planned manner. Provide necessary professional support to appropriate lay committees, including agenda setting, preparing reports and presentations, writing meeting notes, and providing necessary follow-up.
Skills/Experience:
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 5+ years minimum work experience of fundraising or sales experience.
- High degree of comfort with high-net-worth donors.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, relationship-building skills, and customer service orientation.
- Knowledge of issues facing the Jewish community and passion for UJA-Federation's mission.
- Team player with the ability to multitask.
- Must have strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
- Should be comfortable and adept at presenting and communicating via Zoom, Microsoft Teams and other remote-work applications.
- Entrepreneurial self-starter.
Salary Information: The salary range for this role is $75,000-$82,000; commensurate with experience and qualifications listed above.