Senior Director of Philanthropy (59505)

JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER LONG BEACH AND WEST ORANGE COUN•Long Beach, CA

8d•$95,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

Jewish Long Beach (JLB) is seeking its next Senior Director of Philanthropy (SDP) to help lead and expand the philanthropic vision of the organization. JLB 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 both a steward of long-term legacy giving and a driver of immediate community investment. The SDP will play a critical leadership role in growing this impact by cultivating major gifts, shaping donor strategy, and building a culture of philanthropy that sustains and advances Jewish life across the region. This role is part of the senior leadership team and works 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, advanced degree preferred.
Minimum 5 years of professional fundraising, with the ideal candidate having experience in 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. Verification of employment will be required at the time of hire.
May supervise staff or interns.
Local travel to donor meetings and community events required.
Occasional travel to conferences.
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, donor and community partners.
Candidates must be comfortable managing multiple priorities, engaging in public speaking, and adapting to a flexible schedule.

Nice To Haves

Doer and Relationship Builder: You thrive in a hands-on role, bringing energy and focus to every initiative while connecting authentically with donors and stakeholders.
Communicator Extraordinaire: You craft compelling stories and deliver them with clarity—whether in writing, in conversation, or in front of a group.
Juggle with Grace: You navigate multiple campaigns and priorities seamlessly, keeping everything moving forward without losing sight of impact.
Collaborator at Heart: You enjoy working with volunteers, Board members, and donors to co-create experiences that inspire giving and engagement.
Culturally Fluent: You understand Jewish culture, philanthropy, and the ecosystem of Federation and Foundation giving, bringing context and insight to your work.
Learner: Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

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 hospital's policies and procedures.
Monitor and analyze fundraising data to measure progress towards goals and make strategic adjustments as needed.
Collaborate with 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 in their fundraising efforts.
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, working to educate and engage staff, volunteers, and board members in fundraising efforts.
Represent Jewish Long Beach and the Foundation in the community, serving as an ambassador and advocate for the organization.
Stay current on trends and best practices in philanthropy and fundraising, continuously seeking new and innovative ways to engage donors and raise funds.
Act as a liaison between donors and Jewish Long Beach, ensuring that their contributions are recognized and stewarded appropriately.
Collaborate with other departments within the organization to support fundraising efforts and promote a cohesive approach to philanthropy.
Lead the Foundation’s efforts to fulfill development goals and strategies, including a particular emphasis on annual goals.
Cultivate, solicit, and steward donors across JLB initiatives ensuring personal, 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.