Job Description

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

Major 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.
• Develop and update research on individuals and companies appropriate to the portfolio. This includes identification of viable prospects through research, outreach and relationship-building.
• Educate donors and prospects about the mission of UJA-Federation of New York through one-on-one and group cultivation activities, fundraising events, educational programs, mitzvah projects, agency visits, and missions.
• 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 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.
• Maintain records of donor portfolios and evaluate progress regularly with supervisor.

Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1-5 years’ minimum experience in fundraising or sales.
• Comfort with high-net-worth donors.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, relationship-building skills, and customer service orientation.
• Knowledge of issues facing the Jewish community and passion for UJA-Federation’s mission. Familiarity with Jewish life on Long Island.
• Team player with the ability to multitask.
• Must have strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Should be comfortable and adept at presenting and communicating via Zoom, Microsoft Teams and other remote-work applications.
• Entrepreneurial self-starter.

Salary Information:

The salary range for this role is $67,000-$82,000; commensurate with experience and qualifications listed above.

Reports to:

Campaign Manager, Long Island