Senior Development Executive, Long Island

UJA-Federation of New York•Town of Oyster Bay, NY

8d•$85,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Long Island division of UJA-Federation seeks a confident, proactive, and relationship-oriented fundraising professional to fill the role of Senior 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 donor research, engagement, solicitation of funds, implementation of cultivation and fundraising events, donor stewardship, committee meetings, educational projects, and hands-on activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
5 years minimum experience in fundraising or sales
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 on Long Island and passion for UJA-Federation’s mission
Team player with the ability to multitask
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365
Comfortable and adept at presenting and communicating via Zoom and Microsoft Teams
Entrepreneurial self-starter

Responsibilities

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 programs
Develop and update research on individuals and companies appropriate to the portfolio. This includes identification of viable prospects through research, outreach and relationship-building
Cultivate new donors and steward new and existing donors through meaningful engagement including one-on-one meetings, site visits, programs and events
Educate donors and prospects about the mission of UJA-Federation of New York
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
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
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