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Director of Development

Recruiter: William Hochman

Lakewood, NJ

Job ID
988WH
Industry

Jewish Non profit

Specialty

Executive Leadership

Experience level

Leadership

Salary range:
$160,000 - $200,000

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

A premier non-profit organization dedicated to the needs of the developmentally disabled within the Jewish community. They are a warm, growing, and vibrant organization with a current budget of 16 million dollars that is quickly rising as the agency expands. The agency has three centers located in Lakewood, Brooklyn, and The Five Towns.  Their original Lakewood location is expanding to include a large farm that will have a therapy center and housing for a residential facility.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • At least 5-10 years of Development experience.
  • Proven track record in raising funds (including major gifts) and achieving fund raising goals.
  • Proven track record in the execution of fundraising strategic plans and management of comprehensive fundraising programs.
  • Broad knowledge of fundraising principles and best practices.
  • Excellent interpersonal, rapport building, and communication skills (both oral and written).
  • Strategic planning ability to develop and execute fundraising initiatives.
  • Good project management skills with the ability to balance priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Strong familiarity with the Orthodox, Jewish community.
  • Knowledge of the Lakewood area philanthropic community a plus.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Reports to the Executive Director and works with senior management on fundraising goals, strategies, and operations.
  • Is supported by a large, highly motivated, and professional back office.
  • Maintains and builds upon existing donor relationships as well as forging and cultivating new donor relationships.
  • Builds and maintains relationships with current and prospective major gifts donors and ensures ongoing commitment and loyalty.
  • Develops and nurtures relationships with community stakeholders and represents the organization at community events.
  • Collaborates with the Marketing and Communications team on messaging, materials and community engagement strategies.
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