7-10 years of proven fundraising success focused on foundations and institutional giving.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented.
Strong organization and project management skills.
Fluent in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Raiser’s Edge (NXT); knowledgeable in donor management systems.
Understanding of the Jewish philanthropic community and familiarity with Israel and higher education.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the CEO and team leaders to set measurable goals for foundation fundraising.
Implement strategies with detailed goals and benchmarks for success.
Manage a portfolio of at least 50 foundations, actively engaging and researching new prospects.
Act as a national expert, aiding the development team in crafting effective proposals and reports.
Forge partnerships to enhance brand visibility and awareness in fundraising efforts.
Oversee grant proposals, reports, and donor agreement documentation efficiently.
Track letters of intent, grant renewals, and ensure CRM updates for donor interactions.
Benefits
Hybrid work environment in NYC/Midtown.
Participation in fundraising events and activities.
Professional development opportunities.
Collaborative team culture.
Full Job Description
LOCATION: NYC/MIDTOWN - HYBRID OCIATE VICE PRESIDENT: INSTITUTIONAL GIVINGASS )AFTAU UNIVERSITY (AVIVAMERICAN FRIENDS TEL
Position Overview
AFTAU seeks a dynamic, results-oriented foundation and relationship specialist to lead and scale a comprehensive fundraising campaign plan targeting local and national foundations, corporations, family offices and family foundations in alignment with TAU's broad range of programs and initiatives.The successful candidate will be a sophisticated and innovative fundraiser and team player, with deep knowledge of institutional and family foundation best practices and will be excited to lead, build and drive a multi-faceted and progressive national foundation fundraising program. The AFTAU portfolio currently exceeds 10M.
Key Responsibilities
Works with the CEO and development team leaders to create a foundation strategic plan that establishes annual and multiyear measurable goals from foundations and other relevant institutions.
Operationalizes the overall strategy by creating detailed goals, tactics and measurable benchmarks.
Carries a portfolio of at least 50 foundations. Work closely with leadership to identify, research, qualify, set strategies for, and solicit new foundation prospects; stewards existing foundation donors to increase financial support; ensures prioritization of key stakeholder relationships and opportunities.
Serves as national expert and consultant for a team of the full development team. Collaborates with the development team leaders and regional fundraisers to strategize and write reports and proposals for local foundations;
Builds compelling partnerships around key priorities to gain brand visibility and awareness
Manage annual recurring proposals and grant reports, develops letters of intent and white papers, ensures donor intent agreements are documented and donor contacts are input into the CRM in a timely manner;
Develops and oversees an effective system for tracking LOI's, grant renewals and reports;
Contributes to fundraising events and activities as required/ needed and performs other relevant duties as assigned
A minimum of 7-10 years of proven fundraising success, with a recent focus on foundations and institutional giving;
Exceptional written and verbal communications skills and the ability to motivate and inspire new prospects and existing donors, proven ability to write LOI's, grant reports and proposals;
Self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented, with the capacity to independently set goals, manage priorities, and use time and resources effectively;
Strong organization and project management skills, ability to manage many tasks simultaneously;
Fluent in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Raiser's Edge; NXT, Foundation Directory, RelSci; Proven ability to leverage donor management and research systems to maximize fundraising results;
Knowledgeable of the Jewish philanthropic community;
A passion for and familiarity with Israel, higher education and commitment to promoting the mission of Tel Aviv University;
Flexible: able to work evenings, weekends and travel as necessary; Applicants must be based in the NYC metro area.
COMPENSATION: 150-165K commensurate with experience.
