Organization
The Aish Center is a Jewish outreach organization providing cutting-edge social and learning opportunities for young Jewish professionals in New York City in a warm, welcoming, and open atmosphere……. Programs include… For more information, please visit aishcenter.com
Position
Reporting to and in partnership with the Managing Director, the Development Director will spearhead development efforts as the Aish Center continues to grow. A new position in the organization, the Director will have the opportunity to build the development function.
Responsibilities
Help to develop, coordinate, maintain and implement the annual fundraising plan.
Support senior staff and Board members in developing and maintaing ongoing relationships with major donors
Write fundraising letters and appeals; maintain regular correspondence with donors and board members; overseeing mailings.
Engage in research to identify new individual and foundation prospects.
Create and execute a strategy for a large sustained base of annual individual donors through direct mail, ephilanthropy and other types of appeals.
Manage the implementation of Common Ground and oversee staff responsible for data entry and gift processing
Oversee organization of annual gala and other cultivation and benefit events
Develop and track proposals and reports for all foundation fundraising
Support the Managing Director in his work with the Board of Directors, in particular preparation of materials for Board communications, Board meetings and committee meetings
Qualifications
At least 5 years of nonprofit fundraising/development experience, preferably with significant major gifts fundraising experience
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Flexible schedule for occasional evening and weekend hours
Familiarity with Jewish religion and culture
Ability to develop and manage budgets and prepare financial reports
Computer literacy, with experience with fundraising databases
The successful applicant will work well in consensus driven organizations. S/he will be self-motivated, work well under pressure and be able to handle several projects at one time.
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