POSITION SUMMARYThe Development Officer is a newly created role that will help strengthen and expand philanthropic support for the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living (SFCJL). Reporting to the Chief Development Officer (CDO), this position plays a key role in cultivating donor relationships, growing annual giving programs, managing a portfolio of mid-level and emerging major donors, and supporting future fundraising initiatives.
The ideal candidate is a relationship-driven fundraiser who is equally comfortable engaging donors, developing stewardship strategies, writing compelling communications, and collaborating across departments. This position works closely with the CDO, internal stakeholders, Board members, and campaign consultants to advance SFCJL's mission and philanthropic goals.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Manage a portfolio of mid-level and emerging major donors, cultivating relationships and securing annual philanthropic support.
- Conduct proactive donor outreach through meetings, phone calls, emails, thank-you calls, and stewardship activities.
- Identify and develop emerging major gift prospects in partnership with the Chief Development Officer.
- Maintain accurate donor records, pipeline activity, and fundraising progress within Salesforce.
- Track donor engagement and monitor progress toward annual fundraising goals.
- Lead the continued growth of SFCJL's Grateful Giving Program by partnering with Marketing to enhance branding and communications while collaborating with clinical and program staff to identify philanthropic opportunities.
- Manage stewardship and renewal efforts for the Generations Circle annual giving program.
- Support the Carob Tree Circle legacy giving program through personalized stewardship and follow-up with prospective planned giving donors.
- Partner with the Director of Philanthropic Experiences to plan donor events and engagement opportunities.
- Manage a portfolio of institutional grants, including tracking deadlines and preparing grant reports in collaboration with program staff and the CDO.
- Serve as the primary internal liaison to campaign consultants by coordinating communications, fundraising data requests, and campaign planning activities.
- Build strong collaborative relationships with leadership, Board members, staff, volunteers, and community partners.
- Represent SFCJL professionally at donor meetings, community events, and fundraising activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
JOB DETAILS • Pay Rate: $ 110,000 to $130,000 annually
• Hours: Full-Time
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
- Minimum of five (5) years of nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, philanthropy, or development experience.
- Demonstrated success cultivating, soliciting, and closing charitable gifts.
- Experience managing donor portfolios and stewardship programs.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Experience using donor database or CRM systems; Salesforce experience preferred.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to build strong relationships with donors, Board members, senior leadership, volunteers, and community partners.
- Knowledge of the Bay Area philanthropic community and Jewish community is preferred.
- Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment when handling confidential donor information.
- Commitment to the mission and values of the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS - Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout the campus for extended periods.
- Ability to travel locally to attend donor meetings, community events, and fundraising activities.
- Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers and mobile devices.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through written correspondence.
Our investment in you.Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, & Vision), 403(b) Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), Tuition Reimbursement, Commuter Benefits, Weekday Shuttle Services to and from Glen Park Station.
