July 22, 2011. by CCAR

The Central Conference of American Rabbis (CCAR) is seeking an experienced Development Manager to work with the Chief Executive of the CCAR, the Director of Operations/Controller, and other staff and volunteers to help implement strategic fundraising and other development objectives of the Conference. Please send resume, letter and salary history to hr@ccarnet.org.

Specific areas of responsibility:

• Implementation and management of fundraising activities including annual giving, endowment and capital campaigns, Convention sponsorships, publication dedication gifts, special projects, events, and planned giving;
• Donor and gift recordkeeping and correspondence;
• Planning for leadership cultivation and solicitation of current and prospective contributors;
• Organization of activities for prospect and donor relations;
• Preparation of grant proposals for foundations and sponsorship proposals for corporations;
• Coordinating with annual Convention staff for convention related fundraising and assisting at Convention.
• Development research activities;
• Coordinating development activities of the Chief Executive and other staff;
• Work with Revenue Committee, and its Chair, and other volunteers;
• Other duties as assigned;

Qualifications:

· Quick learner with the ability to learn new programs and processes;

• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Word, Outlook and Excel, and donor data base programs (knowledge of Saleforce.com a plus);
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and set priorities;
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills;
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, donor and member relationship, and communication skills;
• Project and event management skills;
• Willingness to be flexible;
• Willingness to take active part in the office team;
• Patience/good judgment with people;
• At least two years of experience in non-profit development work;
• An earned Bachelor’s degree; an earned graduate degree a plus but not required.

The Central Conference of American Rabbis, founded in 1889, is the oldest and largest rabbinic organization in North America. As the professional organization for Reform Rabbis of North America, the CCAR projects a powerful voice in the religious life of the American and international Jewish communities. The CCAR also fosters excellence in rabbinic leadership and serves the Jewish community through programs, support services and resources. To this end, the CCAR operates a number of lines of business including continuing education programs, annual convention, a placement department and the CCAR Press. All of these areas present opportunities for support, fundraising and other revenue enhancement. Website: www.ccarnet.org

Filed under: Full Time, NYC, Non-Profit.

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