Senior Development Officer, JDC Entwine

JDC • New York, NY

101d • $150,000 - $160,000

About The Position

JDC has an exciting opportunity for a development generalist who can drive strategy and thrives on frontline fundraising. The Senior Development Officer, JDC Entwine will lead and manage Entwine's fundraising operations while serving as the primary frontline fundraiser for the department. This role combines strategic leadership, departmental management, and direct solicitation responsibilities to ensure Entwine meets its revenue targets and sustains its programmatic work. The Senior Development Officer will oversee all aspects of Entwine's resource development function, including strategy development, major gift cultivation and solicitation, team management, and coordination with JDC's broader Resource Development department.

Requirements

• 10-15 years of progressive fundraising experience with demonstrated success in major gift solicitation and portfolio management
• Proven track record of securing gifts of $50,000+ from individual donors and foundations
• Significant management experience, including direct supervision of professional staff and department leadership
• Excellent strategic thinking and planning capabilities with ability to develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills, including experience in grant writing and donor presentations
• Strong relationship-building skills with ability to cultivate and maintain long-term donor relationships
• High proficiency with fundraising CRMs, particularly Salesforce, Raiser's Edge, or similar systems
• Knowledge of Jewish philanthropic landscape and funding community strongly preferred
• Bachelor's degree

Nice To Haves

• Experience fundraising for Jewish organizations or international humanitarian organizations
• Graduate degree and/or CFRE certification
• Established network within Jewish philanthropic community
• Experience with board relations and volunteer management
• Knowledge of international development and global Jewish communities
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
• Passion for humanitarian work and global Jewish service

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Entwine's comprehensive annual fundraising strategy in alignment with organizational priorities and revenue targets
• Manage Entwine's overall revenue portfolio, tracking progress against annual goals and adjusting strategies as needed
• Provide strategic direction and leadership to the Resource Development team, including direct supervision of Development Officer and Development Administrator
• Lead department meetings, strategic planning sessions, and cross-departmental coordination efforts
• Collaborate with Executive Director and senior leadership on organizational fundraising priorities and initiatives
• Serve as primary frontline fundraiser, conducting direct solicitation of major gifts from individual donors, foundations, and institutional funders
• Cultivate and manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors, maintaining regular contact and stewardship activities
• Conduct donor meetings, presentations, and solicitation conversations with high-level prospects
• Develop and implement cultivation strategies for prospective major donors
• Lead proposal development for significant funding opportunities
• Design and implement comprehensive donor stewardship programs to maintain and increase giving levels
• Ensure timely and meaningful recognition of all donors across giving levels
• Coordinate donor engagement opportunities, including program experiences, briefings, and special events
• Maintain detailed records of all donor interactions and preferences
• Directly supervise Development Officer and Development Administrator, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, performance evaluations, and goal-setting sessions with direct reports
• Delegate responsibilities appropriately while maintaining oversight of all departmental activities
• Foster collaborative team environment and ensure effective communication across the department
• Collaborate with program staff to ensure accurate and compelling program information for fundraising materials
• Work with marketing and communications teams to develop fundraising-focused content and materials
• Oversee creation of compelling written materials including grant proposals, donor reports, case statements, and fundraising presentations
• Staff select Entwine programs and donor engagement opportunities as needed
• Represent Entwine at professional development conferences and networking events
• Maintain current knowledge of fundraising best practices and trends in Jewish philanthropy
• Support special projects and initiatives as assigned by Executive Director
• Be a JDC Entwine expert by maintaining comprehensive understanding of organizational goals, programming, and impact

Benefits

• 100% paid medical and dental insurance for employee coverage
• Paid time off, including 20 vacation days, 20 sick days, 3 personal days, 10 national holidays, and up to 14 Jewish holidays depending on the Jewish calendar for any given year
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave for full-time staff who have worked with JDC for at least 1 year
• 403(b) with JDC contributions of 6.5% of salary
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), commuter benefits, and life insurance
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development through workshops and trainings with our internal L&D program
• Bagel Thursdays and beverages/snacks in the office for on-site and hybrid employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree