Senior Director of Development (60433)
About The Position
Jewish Long Beach (JLB) is seeking its next Senior Director of Development (SDD) to help lead and expand the philanthropic vision of the organization. JLB, established in 1948, aims to strengthen community, deepen connection, and expand opportunity across three core pillars: the Jewish Community Foundation, the Jewish Federation, and the Alpert Jewish Community Center. With over $30 million in managed assets and nearly $2 million raised annually, JLB serves as a steward of legacy giving and a driver of community investment. The SDD will play a critical leadership role in growing this impact by cultivating major gifts, shaping donor strategy, and building a culture of philanthropy. This role is part of the senior leadership team and works closely with the CEO to create experiences that inspire giving, foster stewardship, and grow the community. The work will fund programs and fuel the collective mission, deepening the sense of belonging for everyone served.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree required.
- Minimum 5 years of professional fundraising experience, including direct solicitation, legacy solicitation, and campaign execution.
- Experience with Federation campaigns, major gifts, and Foundation fundraising strongly preferred.
- Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Doer and Relationship Builder: Thrives in a hands-on role, bringing energy and focus to initiatives while connecting authentically with donors and stakeholders.
- Communicator Extraordinaire: Crafts compelling stories and delivers them with clarity—whether in writing, in conversation, or in front of a group.
- Juggle with Grace: Navigates multiple campaigns and priorities seamlessly, keeping everything moving forward without losing sight of impact.
- Collaborator at Heart: Enjoys working with volunteers, Board members, and donors to co-create experiences that inspire giving and engagement.
- Culturally Fluent: Understands Jewish culture, philanthropy, and the ecosystem of Federation and Foundation giving.
- Learner: Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree preferred.
- Experience with Federation campaigns, major gifts, and Foundation fundraising strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to support the mission of Jewish Long Beach and its Foundation.
- Oversee all fundraising activities, including major gifts, annual giving, planned giving, and special events.
- Ensure that all fundraising efforts comply with ethical and legal standards, as well as the organization's policies and procedures.
- Monitor and analyze fundraising data to measure progress towards goals and make strategic adjustments.
- Collaborate with the marketing team and senior leadership to develop and implement effective messaging and materials for fundraising campaigns.
- Lead and manage a team of philanthropy professionals, providing guidance, support, and mentorship.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with major donors, foundations, corporations, and community partners to secure funding.
- Work closely with leadership and program directors to identify funding priorities and develop compelling cases for support.
- Provide regular updates and reports to leadership, the Board, and committees on fundraising progress and initiatives.
- Foster a culture of philanthropy within the organization, educating and engaging staff, volunteers, and board members in fundraising efforts.
- Represent Jewish Long Beach and the Foundation in the community, serving as an ambassador and advocate.
- Stay current on trends and best practices in philanthropy and fundraising, seeking innovative ways to engage donors.
- Act as a liaison between donors and Jewish Long Beach, ensuring contributions are recognized and stewarded.
- Collaborate with other departments to support fundraising efforts and promote a cohesive approach to philanthropy.
- Lead the Foundation’s efforts to fulfill development goals and strategies, with an emphasis on annual goals.
- Cultivate, solicit, and steward donors across JLB initiatives, ensuring high-touch engagement.
- Manage Foundation granting, scholarships, and legacy giving, including proposals, reporting, and donor communications.
- Use data and CRM tools to track relationships, campaigns, and outcomes, adjusting strategies as needed.
Benefits
- Standard office environment with frequent evening and weekend commitments related to donor engagement and community events.
- This role requires extended periods of sitting, computer use, and frequent communication through presentations and donor meetings.
- Due to travel and special events, there will be occasional exposure to outside weather conditions.
- The work shifts from moderately paced to fast-paced and highly collaborative, involving frequent interaction with leadership, donors, and community partners.
- Candidates must be comfortable managing multiple priorities, engaging in public speaking, and adapting to a flexible schedule.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
