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Arizona

5/16/2011  Arizona Director of Development Join the nation's premier human relations/civil rights organization. We have a mission to fight anti-Semitism and hate, and to secure justice and fair treatment for all. ADL is looking for talented, passionate people who want to make a difference today...and tomorrow!
Primary Function: Based in Arizona and serving the state of Arizona, develop, implement and evaluate regional fundraising programs to successfully meet annual, designated and endowment goals established in collaboration with the Regional Director and approved by the National Development Office. Identify and cultivate donors and implement targeted solicitation strategies designed to increase the donor base and close gifts. Plan and oversee the implementation of fundraising events and special programs tailored to local target populations and in support of ADL initiatives.
Qualifications:
*Bachelor's degree, plus additional related college courses or professional training.
*Five to seven years of community fundraising experience in a
 *Experience in direct solicitation and closing gifts.
*Event planning experience.
*Strong organizational, management and administrative skills including the ability to multi-task.
*Proven ability to solicit and close financial agreements with donors is essential.
*Sound understanding of financial reports and budgeting.
*Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
*Familiarity with word processing, spreadsheet, and database management software.
*Effective speaking capability with business, corporate, philanthropic and Jewish communal leaders.
*Flexibility to work evenings and weekends to represent ADL and attend community fundraising events.
*Occasional travel within the region; occasional overnight travel may be required.
For immediate consideration, please send resume and cover letter to CorpRecruitmentMIS@hotmail.com, Subject: Director of Development. ADL offers a very generous benefits/vacation package. EOE.Learn more about ADL at "http://www.adl.org">http://www.adl.org

California

6/10/11  Los Angeles Development Officer  American Jewish World Service is headquartered in New York, NY with regional offices in Washington, D.C. and the Western Region, which includes San Francisco and Los Angeles. We are seeking a dynamic, high energy and self motivated Development Officer to help build our growing Los Angeles, CA presence. Reporting to the Western Region Director located in the San Francisco office and working in close coordination with the Southern California Senior Development Officer, the Development Officer will focus on growing the AJWS donor base and deepening relationships with major donors and family foundations in Southern California. Responsibilities
*Serve as a key member of the Development team in the Western Region through cultivation, stewardship, and solicitation of Los Angeles’ existing and prospective individual donors and family foundations with minimum capacity of $1000;
*Develop appropriate follow-up strategy for Southern California emergency response donors;
*Identify and solicit new prospects;
*Share in responsibility for achieving annual goals set out for the region;
*Coordinate and execute, in association with Senior Development Officer, Southern California special events that are held to identify, cultivate and steward major donors;
*Increase the visibility of AJWS in the local Jewish community by representing the organization at select community events on weekends and evenings;
*Collaborate with appropriate members of Western Region development staff to implement finance plan, which includes cultivation/solicitation, and programmatic activities within Southern California;
*Support the Western Region Board members, Southern California Senior Development Officer, Western Region Director and the President of AJWS (Ruth Messinger) in arranging meetings with individual donors and cultivation events that take place throughout Southern California;
*Track fundraising trends and data both internal and external to AJWS; and,
*Run Raiser’s Edge reports, provide ongoing Raiser’s Edge data entry for stewarded donors.

Requirements:
*B.A. or graduate degree;
*At least four (4) years relevant work experience, with preference given to those candidates with a proven track record in successful major gift solicitation;
*Exceptional verbal, written and proofreading/editing skills;
*Organized, detail-oriented and self-motivated;
*Strong team player;
*Comfortable working in a satellite office and when necessary, with a track record of making sound decisions and utilizing good judgment on behalf of the organization;
*Demonstrated knowledge of and familiarity with Jewish and social justice communities and networks in the Los Angeles area;
*Non-profit organizational experience and knowledge of key stakeholders in a non-profit environment preferred;
*Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office suite especially Excel and Outlook;
*Experience with Raiser’s Edge, or similar database, strongly preferred;
*Flexible work style is a must, occasional evening and weekend responsibilities, some travel required;
*Commitment and passion for the work of AJWS; and,
*Strong interest in promoting Judaism’s imperative for social justice.
How to Apply:
Please email a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about the opportunity (both in Word format) to developmentjobs@ajws.org subject line “Development Officer, Southern California.” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We thank you for your interest in career opportunities with AJWS. Due to high volume, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. AJWS is an equal opportunity employer and provides competitive salaries and benefits.

6/10/11  New York  Development Associate  The American Jewish World Service is seeking a Development Associate to serve as an integral member of the Development department, assuming overall responsibility for acknowledgements of contributions to AJWS.
Responsibilities

• Manage all donor recognition including drafting and updating letters regularly to appropriately reflect the type of gift (i.e. general support, designated to a particular issue or project, in honor of/in memory of, etc.);

• Downloading donor data from Raiser’s Edge database, merging with Word documents and printing letters;

• Assist development team with fundraising initiatives including direct mail, special events etc.; and

• Keep AJWS colleagues informed about communications with donors

Qualifications

• B.A. or graduate degree

• Outstanding writing skills

• Excellent verbal skills

• Organized, detail-oriented and self-motivated 

• Track record in managing multiple tasks, details and meeting deadlines 

• Computer literate: Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook; database knowledge a plus 

• Ability to work independently while also supporting a team

• Strong commitment to the mission of AJWS

How to Apply  For immediate consideration, please forward your resume and cover letter to opportunities@ajws.org and indicate your name and "Development Associate" in the subject line.

6/1/11 Los Angeles  Director of Development ~ American Friends of the Ariela Foundation  The Development Director will work strategically to build all levels of the organization's fundraising base in Los Angeles as well as to strengthen its organizational infrastructure to support sustainable growth. S/he will write all development and communications materials, plan fundraising events, solicit individual donors and be the public face of the organization in the local Jewish community. This position carries significant potential for growth both in responsibilities and in compensation.
The Ideal Candidate:  You are a self-starter who is equally passionate about youth empowerment as you are about fundraising - with significant development experience in the Israeli or Jewish NGO world. You have strong and enduring connections with donors and major organizational players in the LA Jewish community and enjoy a good challenge. You think big, but don't object to tackling administrative and legal tasks, as necessary for a small start-up. You are an exceptional writer and have demonstrated success in securing funds both from institutional as well as private donors. And finally, you can juggle multiple demands in an unstructured work environment, with grace, calm and a positive outlook.
Required: At least three years of experience in development and/or marketing,
At least two years working within the Jewish nonprofit community or in a nonprofit in Israel,
Sharp analytical skills,
High-level, persuasive development and communications writing skills,
Excellent interpersonal abilities (especially listening),
Eloquent and able to articulate complex social problems in an accessible way,
Self-motivated, independent worker who needs little supervision,
High-energy,
Willingness to perform administrative and legal tasks (as necessary),
Willingness to work some nights and weekends (as necessary)
Desired: An understanding of empowerment work with youth-at-risk, Fluency in Hebrew, Experience working in Israel's non-profit sector, A large network of connections in the LA Jewish community, Experience managing volunteers; and, Experience working in a start-up environment.
The Organization:  The American Friends of the Ariela Foundation works to close the social, educational and economic gaps between the Ethiopian community in Israel and their fellow Israelis. We do this by being the primary supporters of the Ariela Foundation, which since 2008 has worked with two types of Jewish youth from immigrant Ethiopian families: 1) the top 20% of Ethiopian students from middle and high schools in Tel Aviv-Jaffa and Nes Tziona and 2) students who are gifted in any manner of areas from mechanical engineering to painting and beyond. The Foundation's tailored programs help Ethiopian youth to dream, open up doors previously shut tight and provide psycho-social and educational support toward actualizing their fullest potential.
To Apply:  Please submit to americanfriends@ariela.org.il 1) a thoughtful, 300-400 word cover letter (which we will read carefully) outlining how your past experience has prepared you to succeed as our Director of Development and why you are interested in the position; 2) resume; and, 3) two references (we will only contact with your prior permission). Please submit your candidacy for immediate consideration. Process is rolling, position open until filled.  Start date: immediate.  Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience. Qualifying candidates wishing to work part-time will be considered.
 American Friends of the Ariela Foundation, 139 South Beverly Drive, Suite 215, Beverly Hills, CA 90212  Email: americanfriends@ariela.org.il  Website: http://www.ariela.org.il

5/25/11 San Francisco North Peninsula, California Director of Development  The Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School, a K-8 community day school located on the North Peninsula Jewish Campus of the San Francisco Bay, seeks a full time Director of Development. Reporting to the Head of School and working with the Board of Trustees and Development Committee, the Director of Development is responsible for developing and executing the overall fundraising strategy for the school. Candidates must be able to work well with parents, faculty, and administrators and possess excellent written and oral communication skills. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are required. The successful candidate will have proven experience designing and managing development programs. He or she will exhibit superior leadership; have strong interpersonal skills as well as the ability to generate credibility, trust and respect throughout the organization. In addition, candidates should have a desire to enhance Jewish education and Jewish life. Responsibilities/Requirements include: Managing, implementing, and providing leadership for all fundraising activities at Wornick including annual campaign, capital campaigns, major gifts, planned gifts, foundation gifts, alumni relations and communications. Nurturing and developing donor, community relationships and volunteers Creating marketing materials in coordination with the Development and Marketing Committees of the Board Working closely with the Business Office to ensure that solicitation efforts align with budgeting, accounting, and reporting protocols. Leading stewardship efforts, including identifying, cultivating, and soliciting donors Identifying and implementing strategies to increase support from existing donors Soliciting gifts from donors and promoting various giving opportunities Organizing grant proposals and maintaining calendar for submissions Cultivating prospects through special events and other exclusive opportunities and implementing strategic follow-up strategies Planning the schools major fundraising event in coordination with a team of volunteers
Requirements:
A Bachelor’s degree is required with a minimum of 5 years professional fundraising experience, ideally in the Jewish communal field or in an independent school environment.
To Apply:  Please send cover letter and resume to: Barbara Gereboff, bgereboff@wornickjds.org.

 5/20/11  Los Angeles Vice President Development, Southern California Region
The Birthright Israel Foundation raises funds to support Taglit-Birthright Israel which provides the gift of first time, peer group, educational trips to Israel for Jewish young adults ages 18 to 26. We are seeking an energetic, self-starter with a proven track record of developing, fostering and maintaining a “culture of giving” to significantly increase the current revenue derived from the fundraising efforts in the Southern California Region on behalf of the Birthright Israel Foundation. Based in Los Angeles, this candidate will be responsible for the following: • Serve as the senior professional managing annual plan for Region • Identify and steward donors • Solicitation of major gifts • Introduce planned giving opportunities working in cooperation with local and national platforms • Work with senior lay leaders to advance resource development in the region • Work seamlessly with all area Federations to ensure coordination in planning and implementation of local initiative
Requirements:
Skills and/or Experience Required: Required Education: 4 Year Degree • At least seven (7) years experience in major gift solicitation. • High level of organizational capacity • Excellent interpersonal communication and writing skills. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package. Salary depends on Experience.
To Apply: Please email a resume and cover letter, with your salary requirements to foundationjobs@birthrightisrael.org with the subject line Vice President, Southern California Region.”

05/04/11 Los Angeles Director of Development, Western Region  Director of Development, Western Region Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion Jack H. Skirball Campus, Los Angeles Position Reports to: Assistant Vice President for Institutional Advancement/ Regions, based in Los Angeles Position Supervises: Assistant Director of Development, Western Region Public Affairs Associate Administrative Assistant Position is: Full Time, Full Benefits, Salary not posted Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion is the intellectual, academic, spiritual and professional leadership development center of Reform Judaism. Since 1875, and now on four campuses – Cincinnati, New York, Los Angeles and Jerusalem, HUC-JIR educates men and women to serve the Reform movement and the broader Jewish community in North America, Israel and around the world as rabbis, cantors, educators, Jewish nonprofit managers, and scholars. The Los Angeles campus, recently named the Jack H. Skirball Campus, is located in the second largest Jewish community in America and was established in 1954 to provide leadership for the West Coast. The Los Angeles campus is marked by a culture of creativity and innovation and offers a fully ordaining School of Rabbinical Studies; the Rhea Hirsch School of Education which offers graduate educational leadership degrees, DeLeT – a program to prepare classroom teachers for Jewish day schools and the Re-Imagine Program to transform synagogue-based education into a model for lifelong learning; the School of Jewish Nonprofit Management which offers multiple dual degrees through an outstanding academic partnership of over 40 years with the University of Southern California; as well as the Edgar F. Magnin School of Graduate Studies and the Jerome H. Louchheim School of Judaic Studies, which makes available the leading scholars of the LA campus for Jewish Studies courses to over 650 USC undergraduate students each year. Many of our graduate students select the Los Angeles campus in order to take advantage of the opportunity to complete joint graduate degrees as rabbi-educators or rabbi/educator/nonprofit managers. Los Angeles has also pioneered visionary academic institutes: the Kalsman Institute on Judaism and Health which offers a comprehensive program in clinical pastoral education in partnership with local hospitals and aging centers, as well as conducting research and community-based workshops on the intersection of religion and health; and, the innovative Institute for Judaism and Sexual Orientation which is preparing rabbinical graduates to make their congregations open and welcoming. HUC-JIR, nationally, is preparing for a new campaign to build its endowment, and it is investing in strengthening its fundraising capacity and in a strategic restructuring of its fundraising, public affairs and alumni relations into an Institutional Advancement team model. The Western Region Development team, in particular, is seeking two talented and experienced fundraisers, a Director of Development for the Western Region and an Assistant Director of Development to build its major gifts capacity and annual gifts donor base. Both new positions will work with an LA Campus-based Assistant Vice President for Institutional Advancement, who previously held the position as Director of Development for the Western Region, and with a national Institutional Advancement team, including support for donor research and major gift grant-writing. Primary Responsibilities: The Director of Development serves as a key leadership team member, responsible for the creation and implementation of institutional advancement strategies, with a focus on fundraising in the Western Region. The Director will manage the Development and Pubic Affairs staff at the Jack H. Skirball Campus in Los Angeles and will work with the Dean, Western Region Board of Overseers, and faculty to achieve regional fundraising goals. The Director will provide strategic assistance and training to volunteers, faculty and staff and ensure that they are supported in their major gifts fundraising and will be responsible for overseeing a Moves Management system to track activity and the success of the fundraising team. The Director will also be responsible for a personal portfolio of major gifts donors of $50,000 and more. Specific Major Tasks and Responsibilities • Develop, implement and manage institutional advancement strategies and tactics for the Western Region based on HUC-JIR goals and priorities, including oversight of Moves Management goals for numbers of introductions to new donors, cultivations, solicitations and stewardship; strategic events planning; proposal development; and supervision of activities related to annual fundraising, including mini-campaigns of campus-specific schools and programs, phone-a-thons and direct mail appeals. • Work with Los Angeles Dean, leadership, members and committees of the regional Board of Overseers to develop programs in support of fund raising goals, including the identification of new members. • Build collaborative relationships, in coordination with the Los Angeles Dean and Development team, with key alumni and organizations of the Reform movement in communities throughout the Western Region to identify prospective donors to build the major gift and annual campaign donor base. • Build collaborative relationships with the support of the Dean, School and Program directors, and faculty to effectively utilize the assets of the Los Angeles campus in support of regional fundraising goals. • Manage the Los Angeles Development and Public Affairs staff and its administrative operations, including budget oversight. • Coordinate regional interactions with HUC-JIR’s national Institutional Advancement team and those on other campuses.
Requirements:
Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree required, graduate degree preferred. • 8-10 years of non-profit/major gifts fundraising. • Demonstrated success in achieving fundraising targets. • Proven management and leadership capabilities. • Ability to work independently, but also a team player with high energy, positive attitude and flexibility to productively engage with others. • Excellent written and oral communication skills. • Knowledge of the Jewish community and passion for the mission of HUC-JIR. • Able and willing to travel. • Knowledge of Raisers Edge and Microsoft Office Programs. 
To Apply:  Please send cover letter and resume to: Colleen Gilday, Director of Human Resources, cgilday@huc.edu (513) 487-3215, [FAX] (513) 221-4652

05/04/11 Los Angeles Assistant Director of Development, Western Region  Assistant Director of Development, Western Region Jack H. Skirball Campus, Los Angeles Position Reports to: Director of Development, Western Region Position Supervises: Administrative Assistant Position is: Full Time, Full Benefits, Salary not posted Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion is the intellectual, academic, spiritual and professional leadership development center of Reform Judaism. Since 1875, and now on four campuses – Cincinnati, New York, Los Angeles and Jerusalem, HUC-JIR educates men and women to serve the Reform movement and the broader Jewish community in North America, Israel and around the world as rabbis, cantors, educators, Jewish nonprofit managers, and scholars. The Los Angeles campus, recently named the Jack H. Skirball Campus, is located in the second largest Jewish community in America and was established in 1954 to provide leadership for the West Coast. The Los Angeles campus is marked by a culture of creativity and innovation and offers a fully ordaining School of Rabbinical Studies; the Rhea Hirsch School of Education which offers graduate educational leadership degrees, DeLeT – a program to prepare classroom teachers for Jewish day schools and the Re-Imagine Program to transform synagogue-based education into a model for lifelong learning; the School of Jewish Nonprofit Management which offers multiple dual degrees through an outstanding academic partnership of over 40 years with the University of Southern California; as well as the Edgar F. Magnin School of Graduate Studies and the Jerome H. Louchheim School of Judaic Studies, which makes available the leading scholars of the LA campus for Jewish Studies courses to over 650 USC undergraduate students each year. Many of our graduate students select the Los Angeles campus in order to take advantage of the opportunity to complete joint graduate degrees as rabbi-educators or rabbi/educator/nonprofit managers. Los Angeles has also pioneered visionary academic institutes: the Kalsman Institute on Judaism and Health which offers a comprehensive program in clinical pastoral education in partnership with local hospitals and aging centers, as well as conducting research and community-based workshops on the intersection of religion and health; and, the innovative Institute for Judaism and Sexual Orientation which is preparing rabbinical graduates to make their congregations open and welcoming. HUC-JIR, nationally, is preparing for a new campaign to build its endowment, and it is investing in strengthening its fundraising capacity and in a strategic restructuring of its fundraising, public affairs and alumni relations into an Institutional Advancement team model. The Western Region Development team, in particular, is seeking two talented and experienced fundraisers, a Director of Development for the Western Region and an Assistant Director of Development to build its major gifts capacity and annual gifts donor base. Both new positions will work with an LA Campus-based Assistant Vice President for Institutional Advancement, who previously held the position as Director of Development for the Western Region, and with a national Institutional Advancement team, including support for donor research and major gift grant-writing. Primary Responsibilities: The Assistant Director will create and implement fundraising strategies for Annual Fund participants, as well as supporters of academic programs and research centers at the Jack H. Skirball Campus. He/she will work with volunteer leadership, faculty and staff to identify and reach out to new individual and institutional prospects to build the unrestricted and restricted giving base throughout the Western Region. The Assistant Director will sustain current donor engagement, including developing and implementing stewardship strategies aimed at cultivating deeper ties with donors. The Assistant Director will be responsible for a personal portfolio of major gifts of $10,000+ gift prospects and donors. Specific Major Tasks and Responsibilities • Identify, research, cultivate, manage and solicit selected prospective donors for HUC-JIR’s annual and capital campaigns, including achievement of Moves Management goals for numbers of introductions to new donors, cultivations, solicitations and stewardship. • Organize, coordinate and execute special cultivation and solicitation events for the College-Institute. • Plan, coordinate and implement annual fundraising direct mail and phone-a-thons. • Work with rabbis, community leaders and organizations of the Reform movement to organize fundraising efforts in key Western Region communities. • Spearhead fundraising efforts for specific schools and programs of the College-Institute, including grant proposals and solicitations, as assigned. • Plan, coordinate and implement annual donor stewardship events and activities. • Work with select Overseers for cultivation and solicitation. Staff committees of the Overseers, as assigned. • Work with the Director of Development, Western Region on preparation of public affairs information about fundraising activities for the Public Affairs Associate, Western Region. • Work with the Director of Development, Western Region on preparation of annual budget, reports to the President and other administrative tasks as required. • Other Institutional Advancement assignments as required by Dean and Director of Development, Western Region.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree required, graduate degree preferred. • At least 2 years experience of non-profit/annual gifts fundraising. • Demonstrated success in achieving fundraising targets. • Ability to work independently, but also a team player with high energy, positive attitude and flexibility to productively engage with others. • Excellent written and oral communication skills. • Knowledge of the Jewish community and passion for the mission of HUC-JIR. • Able and willing to travel. • Knowledge of Raisers Edge and Microsoft Office Programs
To Apply:  Please send cover letter and resume to: Colleen Gilday, Director of Human Resources, cgilday@huc.edu (513) 487-3215, [FAX] (513) 221-4652

3/10/11  California  Western Region Director American Society of the University of Haifa
Overview
The University of Haifa, the only liberal arts university in northern Israel, sits atop Mount Carmel and presently serves a student body - the most pluralistic in the country - of more than 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is a dynamic and pioneering institution where professors and students advance innovative fields of academic study. Instruction is offered within the framework of six faculties: Humanities, Social Sciences, Law, Sciences and Science Education, Social Welfare, Health Sciences and Education. Research is carried out under the aegis of the faculties and by a variety of centers, institutes and laboratories. The University's dual mission of first-rate higher education and service to the community is manifested in the educational opportunities open to all sectors of Israeli society and the many programs promoting social outreach. Among community projects initiated by the University are several aimed at fostering mutual understanding and cooperation between all cultures on campus and beyond. An Overseas Studies Program draws talented students from around the world. The University is a fully integrated partner in the global community of centers of higher learning through exchange and research agreements with various universities around the world. The American Society of the University of Haifa was founded to provide financial support and elevate the public profile of the University of Haifa in the United States. 
Position
Based in Los Angeles, the Western Region Director's primary responsibilities focus on revenue acquisition through development and fundraising. Reporting to the ASUH Executive Director, he/she is charged with prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship, outreach and events designed to build and grow the organization as well as enhancing the organization's public profile. The Western Region Director works closely with ASUH colleagues, senior administrators and staff of the University as well as the ASUH Board to achieve ASUH's fundraising and community outreach goals.
Responsibilities:
-Build and manage a portfolio of prospects;
-Prospect identification, research, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship;
-Outreach and constituency development, including alumni;
-Events: cultivation, fundraising, informational, etc.;
-Maintain ASUH's public profile and represent it accordingly;
Qualifications:
-Accomplished fundraiser with a minimum of 5 years experience in a senior and major gifts fundraising role;
-Demonstrated leadership, relationship building and ability to work effectively with high level donors, faculty and staff;
-Experience in creating and implementing short and long range campaign plans
-Skill in cultivating, soliciting and stewarding major donors;
-In-depth knowledge of the Jewish and general philanthropic communities, particularly California;
-Experience with multiple campaign strategies: direct marketing, planned giving, events, prospect research, etc.;
-Superior oral and written communication skills;
-Proven ability to balance multiple projects and deadlinessimultaneously;
-Energetic and driven self-starter;
-Ability to open and manage a start-up campaign operation;
-Ability to work independently;
-Advanced degree preferred;
-Knowledge of Hebrew a plus.
Compensation: Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience.
To Apply:  Please E-mail all inquiries and resumes to: jobs@asuh.org

1/20/11 California and/or Florida Major Gifts Officer – Fundraiser Perry Davis Associates, Inc. is a full-service consulting firm, which has worked with hundreds of local, national, and international organizations in the fields of social services, education, healthcare, the environment, and the arts, since 1986. This NY-based fundraising consulting firm seeks a major gifts officer/Fundraiser to create a fundraising presence for its clients in CALIFORNIA and/or FLORIDA. The position is based in either CA or FL -- depending on the applicant and she or he would be working closely (remotely) with the principals. PDA's diverse client base represents many facets of the non-profit world and specifically the Jewish community in North America and in Israel. A major focus will be the support of a renowned Israeli educator and scholar. Experience as a volunteer and/or with the Jewish community is very helpful. This individual must have a demonstrated record in working independently, showing initiative, be confident in developing close working relationships with lay leadership, and able to manage a wide array of clients and projects. The appropriate candidate will also have a minimum of 5-10 years of extensive fundraising experience in donor solicitation, and excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to travel (to NY) a plus. *We invite you to visit our website: www.perrydavis.com to learn more about our work and clients. Please also see www.steinsaltz.org
To Apply:  Please send cover letter and resume to info@perrydavis.com.

6/10/11  San Francisco Senior Development Officer, Western Region American Jewish World Service (AJWS) is an international development organization motivated by Judaism's imperative to pursue justice. AJWS is dedicated to alleviating poverty, hunger and disease among the people of the developing world regardless of race, religion or nationality. Through grants to grassroots organizations, volunteer service, advocacy and education, AJWS fosters civil society, sustainable development and human rights for all people, while promoting the values and responsibilities of global citizenship within the Jewish community. AJWS is headquartered in New York, NY with regional offices in Washington, D.C. and the Western Region, which includes San Francisco and Los Angeles. Reporting to the Western Region Director located in the San Francisco office, the Senior Development Officer will be responsible for the cultivation and stewardship of a portfolio of more than three hundred major gifts in the Bay Area. Working as a member of a fast paced, high energy development team, the Senior Development officer will also focus on growing the AJWS Western Region donor base and deepening relationships with major donors and family foundations in thirteen states throughout the western United States.
Key Responsibilities: Oversee stewardship and solicitations of $1000 plus donors in the Bay Area and other Western Region states; Responsible for the cultivation and solicitation of prospective donors and foundations; Increase the visibility of AJWS in the local Jewish community by representing the organization at community events; Identify and initiate speaking opportunities at appropriate conferences and public events in local synagogues, JCC's, etc; Work with national AJWS staff to conceptualize and implement fundraising, cultivation, educational and programmatic activities within the Bay Area Jewish community as well as throughout the Western United States. Support the Western Region Director in accomplishing the annual goals set out for the region; Support the Western Region Director and the President of AJWS in stewardship, cultivation and solicitation meetings that take place in the region; Track fundraising trends and data both internal and external to AJWS; and Administrative responsibilities as needed.
Qualifications: B.A. or graduate degree; At least 6-8 years of experience in development with a proven track record in successful major gift fundraising and effecting strategies for organizational growth; Demonstrated knowledge of and familiarity with Jewish and social justice communities and networks on the west coast; Excellent public speaking and representational skills; Exceptional verbal, written and proofreading skills; Works well independently as well as on a team; Non profit experience and knowledge of key stakeholders in a non-profit environment preferred; Raisers Edge knowledge a plus; Flexible work style is a must; Organized, detail-oriented and self-motivated; Occasional evening and weekend responsibilities; Commitment and passion for the work of AJWS; and A strong interest in promoting Judaism's imperative for social justice.
How to Apply: For immediate consideration, please forward your resume and a cover letter with a summary of your interest and qualifications for this position to opportunities@ajws.org and indicate your name and "Senior Development Officer, Western Region" in the subject line. We thank you for your interest in career opportunities with AJWS. Due to high volume, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. AJWS is an equal opportunity employer and provides competitive salaries and benefits. For more information about AJWS, please visit our website: http://www.ajws.org11/10/10  Los Angeles  Associate Director, Western Region (CA, OR, WA, MT, WY, CO, NM, ID, UT, AZ, NV, ID, AK, HI)
  American Friends of Magen David Adom is seeking an Associate Director  for theWestern Region.  Reporting to the Regional Director, the Associate Director is responsible to develop and implement all fund-raising activities/events with an initial focus in Los Angeles that will encompass donor cultivation and solicitation and fulfillment events to reach projected goals and to raise AFMDA awareness in region.
Essential Job Functions:

• Directly solicit and close gifts from major prospects and maintain relationships through mail, phone, or in-person contacts; and ensure that required donor records are maintained;
• Identify and outreach to new high end constituencies;
• Stimulate and develop effective lay leadership participation in fundraising events and activities;
• Strategize and determine which community organizations or synagogues are appropriate to develop a program or campaign for AFMDA and work with the community lay and professional leadership to cultivate that relationship to the benefit of AFMDA;
• Conduct donor research to identify prospects and support cultivation efforts;
• Collaborate with National Office & Regional Director to develop annual budget and fundraising goals for area and local chapters;
• Cultivate and maintain community relationships and community outreach; identify potential speakers for activities and/or events;
• Provide oversight and coordination with local chapters and friends groups to plan, organize and execute area fundraising events such as corporate and professional dinners, parlor meetings and special events to raise awareness and contributions for AFMDA;
• Manage local office administration; and
• Frequent local and regional travel.
  Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required;
• Minimum of 7-10 years of direct fundraising experience required;
• Must have a strong knowledge of donor cultivation, donor services and solicitation and proven success in soliciting and closing gifts;
• Position Announcement – Associate Director, Western Region Version November 2010
  Proven relationships within designated region and ability to do personal solicitations;

• Strong interpersonal skills and comfort in interfacing with a diverse constituency;
• Experience with developing and maintaining productive working relationships with board members and lay leadership;
• Proven experience in managing and implementing development programs and budgets; Proven success in planning small and large events;
• Must have excellent writing and verbal communications skills;
• Must have excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office and Internet) and comfort working with donor database programs;
• Must be able to work strategically within a team structure as well as independently;
• Dependability, good time management and organizational skills with attention to detail a must;
• Knowledge of Israel is required and Magen David Adom a plus.
  Compensation:
  Commensurate with experience; competitive full benefit package provided.
  To Apply:  Please send resume, cover letter and salary history to Human Resources, AFMDA, 352 Seventh Avenue, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10001; Fax: 212-757-4662; Email: jobs@afmda.org. If emailing, please list the job title of position you are applying for in the subject header.
  American Friends of Magen David Adom is an equal opportunity employer.
  

Colorado

12/27/10  Denver  Director of Development Join the nation's premier human relations/civil rights organization. We have a mission to fight anti-Semitism and hate, and to secure justice and fair treatment for all. ADL is looking for talented, passionate people who want to make a difference today...and tomorrow!
Director of Development Primary Function: Based in Denver, and serving Colorado and Wyoming, develop, implement and evaluate regional fundraising programs to successfully meet annual, designated and endowment goals established in collaboration with the Regional Director and approved by the National Development Office. Identify and cultivate donors and implement targeted solicitation strategies designed to increase the donor base and close gifts. Plan and oversee the implementation of fundraising events and special programs tailored to local target populations and in support of ADL initiatives.
Qualifications:
*Bachelor's Degree, plus additional related college courses or professional training.
*Five to seven years of community fundraising experience in a volunteer environment.
*Experience in direct solicitation and closing gifts.
*Event planning experience.
*Strong organizational, management and administrative skills including the ability to multi-task.
*Proven ability to solicit and close financial agreements with donors is essential.
*Sound understanding of financial reports and budgeting.
*Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
*Familiarity with word processing, spreadsheet, and database management software.
*Effective speaking capability with business, corporate, philanthropic and Jewish communal leaders.
*Flexibility to work evenings and weekends to represent ADL and attend community fundraising events.
*Frequent travel within the region; occasional overnight travel may be required.
For immediate consideration, please send resume and cover letter to CorpRecruitmentCAL@hotmail.com, Subject: Director of
Development.ADL offers a very generous benefits/vacation package. EOE.Learn more about ADL at "http://www.adl.org">http://www.adl.org

Florida

1/20/11 California and/or Florida Major Gifts Officer – Fundraiser Perry Davis Associates, Inc. is a full-service consulting firm, which has worked with hundreds of local, national, and international organizations in the fields of social services, education, healthcare, the environment, and the arts, since 1986. This NY-based fundraising consulting firm seeks a major gifts officer/Fundraiser to create a fundraising presence for its clients in CALIFORNIA and/or FLORIDA. The position is based in either CA or FL -- depending on the applicant and she or he would be working closely (remotely) with the principals. PDA's diverse client base represents many facets of the non-profit world and specifically the Jewish community in North America and in Israel. A major focus will be the support of a renowned Israeli educator and scholar. Experience as a volunteer and/or with the Jewish community is very helpful. This individual must have a demonstrated record in working independently, showing initiative, be confident in developing close working relationships with lay leadership, and able to manage a wide array of clients and projects. The appropriate candidate will also have a minimum of 5-10 years of extensive fundraising experience in donor solicitation, and excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to travel (to NY) a plus. *We invite you to visit our website: www.perrydavis.com to learn more about our work and clients. Please also see www.steinsaltz.org
To Apply:  Please send cover letter and resume to info@perrydavis.com.

12/27/10  Deerfield Beach Vice President, Global Development and Marketing Israel Tennis Center (ITC) Israel Tennis Center (ITC),  ITC is known as International Children’s Centers (ICC) in the U.S. and Canada, is seeking a Vice President for Global Development and Marketing. The position is located in the U.S. with travel as needed in the U.S., Canada, UK and Israel. In the U.S., ITC staff are located in Deerfield Beach, FL, near Boca Raton.  It would be ideal if the Vice President, Global Development and Marketing could be based in that office; however, consideration will be given to an outstanding candidate who chooses to live and work from another city in the U.S. The Vice President, Global Development and Marketing reports to Danny Gelley, Chief Executive Officer who is based at ITC headquarters in Israel.  Mr. Gelley is a long-time member of ITC’s management team and served as interim Chief Executive Officer prior to being named Chief Executive Officer in October 2010. Reporting directly to this position are U.S., Canada, UK and Israel based Donor Relations Directors and two Marketing staff in Israel.  (Donor Relations Director positions in the U.K. and Israel are currently open.)  The Vice President, Global Development and Marketing will work with the Chair of the _____-member International Board, Kevin Green, who is located in Toronto. The International Board is comprised of _________________.  Website: www.israeltenniscenter.com.
ITC, a non-profit organization based in Israel with over 320 staff in Israel and approximately 15 additional staff globally, provides a safe, nurturing environment for the youth of Israel to learn life skills through tennis.  ITC is an amazing success story.  Founded in 1976, ITC is the largest social service organization for children in Israel and the largest tennis school in the world with 14 tennis centers.  Because of its geographical spread throughout Israel, ITC reaches more children than any other non-governmental/ non-profit organization in Israel.  ITC has over 350,000 graduates (5% of Israel’s population).  ITC provides a healthy and structured environment for children from all walks of life, teaches values of cooperation, self reliance and persistence, and provides opportunities for every child to reach his or her own level of excellence.  With 30 psychologists and social workers on staff, ITC enhances the social, psychological, and physical development of Israeli youth through the medium of sport.  ITC received the coveted Israel Prize in 1989 and the Prime Minister's Award in the framework of the 60th Anniversary Celebrations of Israel in 2008 for extraordinary work with children throughout the country.  A Leader of Social Change – ITC is building a better society in Israel, while using sport as the medium to effect social change.  ITC was established with the goal to take children off the streets and provide them with a normal childhood in a country that has always been besieged by wars and instability.  By providing scholarships and subsidies to children whose parents were unable to afford participation, ITC made tennis accessible to many more children.  ITC has always addressed a variety of social needs, improving the lives of developmentally challenged, underprivileged and at-risk children and helping waves of immigrant children gain confidence, transcend social barriers and develop a sense of belonging and identity in new surroundings.  The diversity of Israeli society, not only within the Jewish community, but also with its non-Jewish and Arab populations, presents numerous social challenges.  Research has shown that youngsters who grow up in regions of conflict are affected by the rhetoric of violence, with each group developing negative stereotypes of the other side.  Since sport has the unparalleled ability to transcend barriers of language, politics and religion, ITC believes it is a powerful tool for promoting tolerance, developing productive cross-cultural relationships and ultimately, peaceful coexistence.  ITC aims to alter negative perceptions while instilling positive ones, through joint sporting activities held for Jewish, Arab, Druze and Bedouin children.  Its “Twinned Peace Kindergartens Program” with the Shimon Peres Institute for Peace brings Palestinian and Jewish children together in joint athletic development activities while in the "Marci-Lynn Bernstein Foundation Doubles Coexistence Program", Jewish and Arab children learn to play tennis together as a team.
The Programs :– The success of ITC programs has implications that reach far beyond excellence at sport and weaves the core values of strength, self reliance and excellence, into a generation of Israeli children.  Children come to ITC centers in an informal environment making them more receptive to the educational content of ITC’s programs.  ITC’s objective is to reach more children, to close the gap between children from vastly different backgrounds, and to teach leadership skills that will help the next generation of Israeli children to shine.
Each Tennis Center has some or all of the following programs:

• Kindergarten Program – a unique program developed by ITC serves as a basis of development in all sports and life-building skills.
• Tennis Programs – numerous programs including Mini Tennis, Tennis Achievement, Advanced Program and Residence Academy work with children at various levels of tennis proficiency.
• Fitness Program – this program combines highly experienced coaches, modern and advanced equipment and an emphasis on enjoyment.
• The Sport Psychology Program – “Psyched for Success” is a life skills program that helps children between the ages of 10-18 to attain peak performance in sport as well as other aspects of their life.
• Outreach to Children at Risk – tennis lessons and the required discipline that accompanies them are especially important for children who come from families regarded as “at risk”.
• Empowerment and Integration of Children from Ethiopia – positive integration is one of the key factors for the successful absorption of immigrants.
• Arab-Jewish Coexistence – research has shown that youngsters who grow up in regions of conflict are affected by the rhetoric of violence, with each group developing negative stereotypes of the other side.
• Outreach to Children with Special Needs – uniquely designed programs have been developed that cater to the special needs of developmentally challenged children, autistic and hearing impaired, ADHD, as well as children in wheelchairs.
• Individual Care – there are children who, because of their limitation, cannot participate in a group structure.

The Centers – To meet its goals and aspirations, ITC’s 14 centers are complete with cutting edge courts and facilities and serve 10,000 children each week.  Most of the ITC centers are located in disadvantaged neighborhoods or outlying development towns throughout Israel, from Kiryat Shmona on the Lebanese border in the North to Beer Sheva bordering the Negev Desert in the South.  ITC makes every effort to never turn a child away due to financial need.
ITC’s 14 locations are:

• Kiryat Shmona – opened in 1979 and has since catered to thousands of children from Kiryat Shmona and Northern Israel.
• Tiberias – opened in 1989 and has since become a flagship for coexistence in Northern Israel.
• Galil – is a joint initiative of the ITC, the Israel Defense Forces and the Druze Regional Councils to establish a community sports center for the region.
• Akko – has become an integral part of ITC’s attempt to create a new and better reality for the city’s residents and especially for its children.
• Yokneam – opened in 2001 and has recently celebrated its 8th Anniversary with a special children’s event.  Guests included Yokneam Mayor Simon Alfasi and Davis Cup Player Noam Okun.
• Haifa – opened in 1982 and operates many programs for children-at-risk, developmentally challenged children and adults, as well as programs promoting Arab-Jewish coexistence.
• Ramat Hasharon – opened in 1976, features 23 illuminated courts including two clay courts, a Residence Academy for outstanding tennis players and Canada Stadium, which regularly hosts the Davis and Fed Cup competition.
• Tel Aviv – opened in 1991 in the neighbourhood of Yad Eliyahu and caters to children and families from the same area.
• Jaffa – opened in 1979, serves as a meeting place for children from Jewish, Christian and Muslim religions.
• Jerusalem – opened in 1981 and is one of the city’s leading centers for sport, non-formal education and the promotion of coexistence.
• Ashkelon – opened in 1981 and has since become an integral part of the lives of Ashkelon residents.
• Ofakim – opened in 1990 and has since become an important factor in the promotion of a healthy lifestyle from an early age in Ofakim and the nearby areas.
• Beer Sheva – opened in 1991 and operates as a state-of-the art Tennis Center, complete with tennis programs for all ages and levels.
• Arad – opened in 1979 and has since nurtured generations of champions on the tennis court, within the community and in life.

Fincances & Fundraising: ITC has an operating budget of $8.4 million and a capital expenditure budget of $600,000.  Its endowment is $20 million.  For fiscal year 2010, ITC raised more than $3.5 million plus globally to support ITC activities.  Funds are raised through country-based fundraising efforts from the U.S., Canada, UK and Israel, with the majority of the funds raised from the U.S.  As stated above, the U.S., Canada and Israel each have a Resource Development Board.  The Israel Resource Development Board has recently been established, and it is hoped that Israel will become a source of significant philanthropic fundraising.  These Resource Development Boards are supported by their respective Donor Relations Directors. In addition to philanthropic support, the operating and capital expenditure budgets, totaling $9 million, are met by other revenue sources including program fee revenue and endowment income.  Minimal support is currently provided by the Israeli government, and ITC is working toward enhancing that support.
Core Role: The Vice President, Global Development and Marketing will champion ITC’s “external messaging” to the world.  S/he will be responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, organization and management of programs related to fundraising and marketing for ITC.  As a member of the executive management team, the Vice President, Global Development and Marketing will work closely with fundraising and marketing staff globally to plan and implement high impact, successful fundraising initiatives and campaigns including major and leadership giving, annual giving, corporate and foundation relations, planned giving, donor relations and youth and stewardship programs, together with the management of major campaign initiatives.   Importantly, the Vice President, Global Development and Marketing will personally conduct major gift solicitations in the U.S. and globally, as appropriate.  It is expected that under the leadership of the new Vice President, Global Development and Marketing, fundraising results for ITC will significantly increase.
Specific Duties:

• Provide entrepreneurial, comprehensive and strategic leadership to ITC in the establishment of fundraising objectives, strategies and tactics, short and long-term.
• Work with the Chair, Board leadership and staff to raise philanthropic support for operating funds, reserve and endowment funds, as well as funds for specific programming and naming opportunities.
• Manage relevant Board committees in concert with the Chief Executive and Board leadership.  As appropriate, identify and develop additional Board members for the U.S. and other country-based Resource Development Boards.
• Maintain direct engagement and accountability for a portfolio of top prospects; cultivate donors, nationally and internationally, and develop and secure significant gifts.
• Build relationships and alliances and maintain effective communications with corporations, foundations, alumni and other groups associated with the ITC.
• Direct/oversee the production of marketing materials and collateral for all marketing and media in support of fundraising efforts; assure continually updated website.
• Oversee the establishment of a donor and prospect information system for gift tracking and naming opportunities.
• Manage and oversee fundraising budget; review prior year’s performance and establish new fiscal goals; prepare expenditure projections; and provide reporting.
• Professional Experience & Qualifications:
• Successful senior leadership experience in the management of fundraising programs.  Some international experience is ideal, but not essential.
• Leadership skills to manage, develop, motivate, and mentor staff.  Ability to manage remotely-based staff is ideal, but not essential.
• Track record of personally developing and securing major philanthropic gifts.
• Successful experience working with volunteer boards.
• Knowledge of advancement services, budgets and financial management.
• Highly developed analytical skills and an ability to think strategically.
• Strong interpersonal and listening skills, with excellent relationship-building and cultivation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.  Comfort with the Hebrew language is a plus.
• Passion, integrity and energy.

Travel: It is expected this role will require travel approximately 35%-50% of the time, including international travel.
Education: A bachelor’s degree is required.  An advanced degree is a plus.
Compensation: A competitive compensation package will be provided to the successful candidate.
To apply:  Please send cover letter and resume to: Ann P. Kern, Managing Director, Korn/Ferry, 200 Park Ave., 33rd Floor, NY, NY 10166. Email:  ann.kern@kornferry.com Telephone:  (212) 984-9312 or Joan F. Sherry, Senior Engagement Manager, Korn/Ferry, 200 Park Ave., 33rd Floor, NY, NY 10166.

12/27/10  Miami Museum Executive Director The Jewish Museum of Florida seeks a dynamic new Museum Director for the AAM-accredited, independent institution located in Miami Beach. The Museum collects, preserves, and interprets for the public the material evidence of the Florida Jewish experience from at least 1763 to the present to Jews, non-Jews, Florida residents, and visitors alike; it also examines how Jews form a part of a dynamic mosaic of ethnicities, all seeking to balance the continuity and traditions of their heritage with the values and customs of a larger society. The ideal candidate will possess notable skills in personal attributes, external relations, marketing/branding, programming/education, fundraising, and management. A Bachelors degree with significant professional experience is acceptable. An advanced degree is desirable. The successful candidate must possess
1) passion for the mission of the Jewish Museum of Florida,
 2) knowledge of Florida history, Florida Jewish history, American Jewish history, and world Jewish history, or the desire to delve into the subject matter,
3) significant leadership experience working with and/or serving on a non-profit Board of Directors, and
4) an entrepreneurial spirit.
Detailed qualifications, requirements, and background material on the Museum may be obtained from the Museum's Web site: "http://www.jewishmuseum.com">http://www.jewishmuseum.com under "About Us," then "Staff," and then "Current Museum Positions Available." To Apply: Send your cover letter and resume via e-mail to: Ira Giller, Chair, Executive Director Transition Comm., Jewish Museum of Florida, giller97@aol.com with the subject "JMOF Director".

11/10/10  Boca Raton Development Executive American Friends of The Hebrew University, the national fundraising organization supporting Israel's outstanding academic and research institution, seeks an experienced development professional to work in the Southeast region. Based in Boca Raton, Florida the Development Executive will report directly to the regional Executive Director and will have both fundraising and events management responsibilities. The successful candidate will build support for Hebrew University in the community by developing educational, fundraising and outreach programs to promote the University. Responsibilities include planning and implementing large scale fundraising and education events. The Development Executive will identify donors and prospects; cultivate, solicit and steward donors; manage a portfolio of donors and create donor centric moves management plans with the goal of upgrading them to the major gift level. A Bachelors degree and minimum of 5-7 years of successful fundraising, event planning or related experience is required. Candidates must have strong written and verbal communication skills, computer proficiency and the ability to travel within the region and work evenings and weekends, as needed. The ideal candidate is a creative self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as a team player. Familiarity with Israel-based philanthropy is a plus. This position offers the opportunity to work with a great professional team who are passionate about their work. AFHU offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.
To apply, please e-mail your resume and salary requirements to: This new address is jobs5543@afhu.org. and write Development Executive Southeast in e-mail subject line. www.afhu.org. EOE

Maryland

4/5/11 Montgomery County, Maryland  Director, Planned Giving
Management Recruiters - Mid Hudson Valley is an executive search firm focused solely in serving the nonprofit sector. We have a national practice and the large majority of our placements are executive leadership and senior fundraising professionals. Our client, Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA), currently seeks a Director - Planned Giving who will take a key role in the Development program, with an emphasis in expanding Planned Giving efforts. JSSA is a nonprofit Social Service organization that strives to be the preeminent coordinator and provider of a broad range of social services for individuals and families residing in the Greater Washington, D.C. metropolitan area who seek help with life's many challenges. Their mission is to be the first place for the community at large to turn to for clinical and social services of the highest quality that sustain and nurture all who seek assistance.
Department & Position Overview:
The Director - Planned Giving will be a key innovator in managing the JSSA Planned Giving Program and will be responsible for defining and expanding the program through their relationships with individual donors / prospects and family foundations and collaborative teamwork with the CEO, CDO, Development staff and other departments.
The Director will identify / cultivate / solicit / steward current and prospective donors, conduct cultivation events, manage planned giving material and create partnerships with essential third parties.
The Director will oversee the management of the day-to-day operations of the JSSA Planned Giving Program, initially through bequests and gifts of stock. The Director will also work in close coordination with Chief Development Officer in transitioning major gift donors/prospects into the planned gifts program. Key relationships include working closely with the Chief Development Officer, Chief Executive Officer, Grants Director, board members, JSSA donors and key planned giving representatives, including attorneys and financial advisors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and implement a strategic plan for the JSSA Planned Giving program, including donor visits for cultivation, stewardship and solicitation of planned gifts. Manage a portfolio of, at minimum, 70 donors/prospects, conducting an average of 10-13 in person meetings per month.
- Secure income for the endowment by obtaining bequests from donors' wills or living trusts and outright gifts. Develop annual and long range plans; budgets and develop trend reports for the planned giving programs.
- Develop and continually refine materials for planned giving program including web based media, print pieces, donor recognition and benefits.
- Secure at least ten deferred gifts in the first year, including bequest intentions from assigned donors as appropriate
- Recruit appropriate advisors to assist as needed; establish and maintain relationship with legal and financial professionals to promote programs; organize planned giving seminars.
- Knowledgeable on the principal aspects of planned giving activities, including financial instruments and remain abreast of major giving and planned giving developments and tax-law changes.
- Maintain planned giving information/accuracy on JSSA Web site and other JSSA communications: Prepare content for direct mailings and other relevant JSSA print / on line materials.
- Work closely with the Chief Development Officer to develop and implement planned giving marketing plan.
Education & Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree.
- Experience in working with volunteer and/or nonprofit organizations. Prior experience in supporting the work of a nonprofit board.
- Minimum five years experience with demonstrated success in securing planned and major gifts; knowledge of current planned giving tools, policies and trends.
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in marketing for planned gift.
- Strong written and oral communication skills; strong proficiency in donor databases and supporting technology; experience in Raiser's Edge and/or Convio/Sales Force.
- Experience & familiarity with moves management.
- Strong goal orientation and leadership skills.
- Must be a highly energetic professional with a track record of building donor relationships and closing gifts in the six-figure range.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and perform administrativeduties.
Candidates of any religious or ethnic background are encouraged to apply for this opportunity. JSSA offers an attractive compensation and benefits plan.
If you are interested in this excellent career opportunity with a well respected, growing agency and want to be involved in a mission that is having a meaningful positive impact, please email your resume and cover letter to: Tom Damewood, Management Recruiters - Mid Hudson Valley tdamewood@mrmhv.com
845-227-3161

4/5/11 Baltimore  Campaign Executive  Jewish National Fund seeks Campaign Executive for Baltimore Region. The primary purpose of the Campaign Executive is to develop relationships with prospective and current donors to raise money for Jewish National Fund's National Campaign to support projects and programs for Israel.
The following are key job accountabilities and the percentage of time spent on these activities listed in order of importance to achieve JNF's goals:
Face-to-face meetings for solicitation, cultivation and recognition of donors, both new and prospective (50%)
Developing and identifying major gift prospects (20%)
Board and/or Committee development, cultivation and membership (20%)
Mission recruitment (5%)
Event Planning (5%)
The following is a list of qualifications for this position.

1. 1 + year(s) experience Knowledge of and familiarity with the Jewish Community in the Mid Atlantic Zone
2. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
3. Bachelor's degree
4. Creative self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as a team player
5. Superior problem solving and multi-tasking ability
6. Must have access to a car and be able to travel throughout the Mid Atlantic Zone
7. Possible travel to other Zones/Regions and Israel
   Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, Database)
   To Apply:  Please send resume to: humanresources@jnf.org

Massachusetts

5/25/11  Brookline Capital Campaign Director  A thriving membership-based, progressive organization in the Boston area, Workmen’s Circle is a secular Jewish community rooted in a shared commitment to social and economic justice. The staff, both Jewish and non-Jewish, is a team of activists and professionals who, in partnership with a dedicated volunteer leadership, create a vibrant community and cultural center for children and adults.
Plans are underway to renovate the Workmen’s Circle 100 year old brownstone and establish a community gathering place for a wide variety of Jewish, progressive, and arts and culture organizations and activities. The organization is in a quiet pre-campaign planning phase for a $5M capital campaign.
The ideal candidate will have: capital campaign experience, including the solicitation/closing of leadership gifts; the ability to work strategically with volunteers and staff; excellent verbal and written communication skills; a talent for managing multiple deadlines; a disciplined adherence to program goals/priorities; and an appreciation for the role Workmen’s Circle plays in the community.
The Campaign Director will work closely with the Executive Director, the Development Associate, the Board of Directors, a dynamic volunteer Campaign Committee, and a skilled volunteer Campaign Chair in an office environment that is professional and at the same time relaxed and flexible.
Responsibilities
Drive conceptualization and implementation of campaign strategy
·  Working with the Executive Director and Campaign Committee, conceptualize strategic approach for the Campaign
·  Develop and monitor a fundraising plan and solicitation timetable linked to financial benchmarks
·  Generate enthusiasm, support and momentum for the Campaign within the organization’s leadership and membership
·  Create and maintain a dynamic Campaign calendar for staff and volunteers
·  Identify and implement cultivation activities for new and prospective donors
·  Schedule (and in some cases, attend) visits with prospects
Foster volunteer participation and build strong relationships with volunteer leadership
·  Organize and monitor volunteer assignments and follow-up
·  Coordinate internal Campaign communications with volunteers and membership
·  Schedule regular Campaign meetings and provide follow-up materials, coordination and support
Create Campaign materials
·  Develop internal and external Campaign communication plan
·  Oversee conceptualization, writing and production of all capital campaign materials
·  Maintain correspondence with donors and prospects, including individuals, foundations, and corporations
Oversee and ensure timely and accurate Campaign record keeping
·  Oversee acknowledgement of all campaign pledges and gifts
·  Oversee database for tracking donor and volunteer activity
·  Oversee maintenance of campaign files
·  Oversee processing and acknowledgement of Campaign gifts and pledges and preparation of pledge payment reminders
·  Monitor the Campaign budget
Schedule includes occasional evening and weekend work.
Requirements:
Required Skills/Experience:
·  Bachelors degree, with Masters degree preferred
·  5 years of professional experience in fundraising with a track record of success
·  Specific experience in capital campaigns, individual giving and/or major gifts, and fundraising database management
·  Demonstrated results in executing successful capital campaigns
·  Excellent verbal and written communication skills
·  Demonstrated experience in producing campaign materials
·  Excellent interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills
·  History of working effectively with board members, staff members, volunteers, consultants and donors/prospects
·  Computer fluency in MS Office Suite, donor database software, web applications, and knowledgeable about the role of technology and electronic communication in fundraising
·  Ability to work in a high-paced, small office environment and maintain warm and collegial relationships with staff.
Preferred Education: Masters
Additional Salary Information: Salary is commensurate with experience.
To Apply:  Please send cover letter and resume to: Lisa Gallatin, Executive Director, Lisa@circleboston.org.

4/5/11 Boston  National Director of Institutional Advancement  The David Project, founded in 2002 and headquartered in Boston, is an international non-profit organization dedicated to educating and inspiring strong voices for Israel through dynamic and comprehensive educational seminars, workshops, and curricula. With programs at over 120 college and university campuses and over 100 middle schools and high schools, as well as 25+ staff located nationally and internationally, the organization has experienced tremendous success in its early years. The David Project has been evolving its strategy to best advocate for Israel by widening the net of support while still maintaining its original mission and values. David Bernstein, the organization's new Executive Director, joined The David Project last summer and is successfully pursuing a strategy of engaging support for Israel from conservative, liberal, and centrist constituents alike.
As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, working closely with the new Executive Director as well as the Assistant Executive Director of Operations and Finance, The National Director of Institutional Advancement serves as the chief fundraiser for The David Project and oversees the organization's fundraising efforts and communications programs. This position is charged with creating innovative approaches to expanding the donor base, working closely with the organization's core group of philanthropic leaders to determine how the organization can best benefit from their support, identifying donors with capacity to make significant contributions, and collaborating with the Executive Director to secure individual and foundation support. The National Director of Institutional Advancement will also participate in improving the branding, messaging, and communications of the organization. Qualified candidates will have experience designing and implementing a creative and comprehensive fundraising strategy, success working closely with an organization's most valued supporters, and a deep commitment to The David Project's mission. Experience working at an organization with a Jewish-based mission or Jewish donors is helpful, but certainly not required. A genuine commitment to supporting Israel is essential.
To Apply: E-mail resume and cover letter in confidence to: thedavidproject@developmentguild.com Suzanne L. Weber, M.B.A., Chief Executive Officer, Development Guild/DDI For more information about this opportunity, please visit www.developmentguild.com.  For more information on The David Project, please visit
www.thedavidproject.org.

3/11/11 Amherst Development Officer The Yiddish Book Center is seeking an energetic and experienced Development Officer to serve as part of its Development team. The Development Officer will cultivate, solicit and steward donors; participate in the writing of grant proposals and reports; and oversee special events for donor cultivation. Reporting to the Director of Development, the Development Officer must be a team player and collaborate with the Director of Membership and other departments. The ideal candidate must value and be able to articulate the Yiddish Book Center's mission and speak of it with authentic passion. S/he must be a good listener with the ability to synthesize ideas and move from plan to action. S/he must be comfortable engaging with people and be able to interact with diplomacy and tact.
About the Yiddish Book Center
The Yiddish Book center is a 30 year-old non-profit dedicated to celebrating modern Jewish and Yiddish culture by rescuing endangered Yiddish book and opening them to new generations through education and visitor programs. Housed in an architecturally distinctive building adjacent to the campus of Hampshire College in Amherst, MA, the Center was founded by Aaron Lansky and is currently supported by 20,000 donors and an active Board of Directors.
About the Position
Duties and Responsibilities:
Cultivate and solicit gifts by developing and maintaining relationships with assigned prospects;
Ensure proper acknowledgement, recognition and stewardship of donors;
Participate in writing of grant proposals and reports;
Prepare written materials including donor correspondence and newsletters;
Organize and oversee special events for donor cultivation;
Additional responsibilities as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of development/fundraising concepts and experience with face-to-face solicitation;
Ability to communicate the Book Center's history, mission, goals and operations;
Strong interpersonal skills;
Team player who can work with others in a small collaborative setting;
Ability to multi-task and do everything from small jobs to big picture.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 3-5 years experience in development
required;
B.A. or B.S. degree required;
Experience with Blackbaud's Raiser's Edge preferred;
Frequent travel required.
Application Process: Send or e-mail cover letter and resume to: mstein@bikher.org; No phone calls please. For more information about the Yiddish Book Center visit: www.yiddishbookcenter.org The National Yiddish Book Center is an equal opportunity employer.

3/10/11  Boston Executive Director
Background:The Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Boston (JCRC) is the representative voice of the organized Jewish community in the Greater Boston area. One of the largest and most impactful CRC’s in the country, JCRC promotes a society that reflects the best of American and Jewish values—in Greater Boston, Israel and around the world—by convening and mobilizing the Jewish community. Through advocacy, organizing, service and partnerships, JCRC pursues social justice, ensures a vibrant Jewish community, and builds a network of support for Israel. In pursuit of its goals, JCRC facilitates dialogue and forges an action agenda by encouraging collaborative partnerships within the Jewish community and between the Jewish community and the community at large.    JCRC is located in downtown Boston, has 20 staff members and an operating budget of just under     $2.7 million. For more information please visit their website: www.jcrcboston.org.
Position
JCRC seeks an Executive Director to be its chief professional officer providing leadership and vision to staff, Board and partnership agencies. They seek an individual who will continue to build JCRC’s relationships, resources and strategies, as well as increase the agency’s visibility in Greater Boston.     The Executive Director will represent the JCRC in the community as a non-partisan, consensus-building resource, which advocates on issues that affect the organized Jewish community and its partnership agencies throughout the area, serving as the visible spokesperson for the organization. Successful candidates will have a record of professional accomplishments in his or her field, having led, or having played an integral leadership role in, an organization with a budget and staff size that is roughly comparable to JCRC’s.  A passionate commitment to social justice, knowledge of community relations practice, experience in community organizing, legislative affairs or public policy, and a deep understanding of the organized Jewish community are critically important.
If you would like to recommend a candidate or if you would like to express, in confidence, a personal interest in this opportunity, please contact:  David E. Edell, President, Mark Seal, Recruiter, Andrea Cure, Associate DRG – Executive Search Consultants, 130 East 40th Street, Suite 800, New York, NY 10016  Email: jcrc@drgnyc.com   Fax: (212) 983-1687

2/22/11  Boston  Associate Head of School for Institutional Advancement Founded in 1961, Solomon Schechter Day School of Greater Boston (Schechter) is a Conservative Jewish Day School that provides a "dual" education in English and Hebrew for boys and girls grades K - 8. The Associate Head of School for Institutional Advancement will lead an integrated team of development, admissions and communications/marketing. This newly-created position was designed to garner resources for Schechter's long-term sustainability and will report to and partner with Arnold Zar-Kessler, Head of School. As a member of the senior leadership team, the new Associate Head will participate in 2012-2016 strategic planning and work collaboratively with the Board. S/he will bring extraordinary leadership, influencing and relationship-building skills in guiding the school to significantly increase fundraising and student enrollment. Candidates should have at least 10 years' development experience that includes successful major gift fundraising at the 6-figure level, knowledge of communications and marketing techniques and familiarity with school admissions.
To apply:  Please send cover letter and resume to: Pamela Parker, pparker@developmentguild.com. Website: http://www.ssdsboston.org

2/3/11  Boston  Executive Director ~ Harvard Hillel
The Harvard Hillel Executive Director position is a truly unique opportunity to lead a highly respected student and community organization at one of the most prestigious academic institutions in the world.  Harvard Hillel is the catalyst for Jewish life, community and personal exploration at Harvard University.   The Hillel has its own free-standing building centrally located in the heart of the Harvard campus in Cambridge, MA.  The Executive Director will be responsible for driving programmatic and administrative synergy throughout Hillel.  S/he will facilitate the development of new programs and services that meet the community’s needs and take advantage of the considerable assets, resources and facilities of Hillel, the University and the greater community.  The Executive Director will be expected to create and maintain sound business models throughout the institution which promote and support a strong vision, greater engagement and outreach, a positive and supportive atmosphere, financial sustainability and accountability.  The ideal candidate will have an interest in, and proven ability to, work closely with students in a pluralistic, diverse, university campus and Jewish community.  S/he will be able to form strong relationships across the Harvard community, and will have the skills and background necessary to succeed in organizational leadership, administration, planning and fundraising.
A full position description will be available shortly at www.drgnyc.com. If you would like to recommend a candidate or if you would like to express, in confidence, a personal interest in this exciting opportunity, please contact us at jmoscowitz@drgnyc.com

1/20/11  Massachsetts Chief Advancement Officer  InterfaithFamily.com, Inc. is seeking a chief Advancement Officer to be responsible for the organization's financial development activities and help to identify and develop the organization's strategic priorities.
Essential Job Duties
Planning:
*Research foundations, federations/other institutions, and
individuals to compile a list of appropriate prospective donors
*Develop multi-year and annual fundraising strategy and plan
*Monitor trends in fundraising
*Work with the CEO to identify and develop the organization's strategic priorities
Execution:
*Manage and improve the gift-processing system (including acknowledgments)
*Continually monitor and stay informed of actual vs. expected gifts
*Provide monthly reports of revenue and progress towards fundraising goals
*Be responsible for the fundraising calendar - stay on top of due dates
*Prepare and maintain fundraising materials and reports to donors
*Steward relationships with existing donors and cultivate relationships with prospective donors
*Write letters of inquiry, proposals, appeals
*Be responsible for the implementation of the development plan and for meeting annual goals
*Pilot various strategies / campaigns and gather learnings to inform future plans
Leadership
*Engage and leverage board and staff in plan development and execution
*Manage Board members' fundraising activities for IFF
*Serve as staff liason for the Development Task Force of the Board
*Make some "asks" and assist CEO in making other asks (provide
background material, keep CEO informed)
*Ensure development work is coordinated and relationships are
appropriately managed by staying informed of CEO's activities and keeping CEO informed
Additional Job Duties:
*Significant travel may be required
*Make public presentations about IFF's mission and goals to various audiences
*Support other staff
*Represent IFF at events and conferences as needed
Minimum Education and Experience:
*5-10 years work experience, professional fundraising experience preferred
*BA required, relevant masters preferred
*Experience with online fundraising
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
*Have a passion for the work and mission of InterfaithFamily.com
*Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication (written and oral) and presentation skills
*Be resourceful, flexible, persistent and persuasive
*Be willing to undertake research and administrative legwork to identify new potential funding sources
*Must be a team player as well as have excellent leadership and management skills
This is a full time position, working out of our Newton, MA office. InterfaithFamily.com offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance and retirement savings planInterfaithFamily.com empowers people in interfaith relationships - individuals, couples, families and their children - to engage in Jewish life and make Jewish choices, and encourages Jewish communities to welcome them. We are the premiere web based resource for people in interfaith relationships exploring Jewish life and the leading web based advocate for attitudes, policies and practices that engage, welcome and embrace them. IFF is at a critical growth point and is ready to move to the next level. With a small staff for the past nine years, we have taken the organization from $200,000 to $1,070,000 for 2011. We currently have a staff of six and offices in MA and CA.
To apply please email or fax cover letter and resume (no calls please) to: heatherm@interfaithfamily.com fax: 617 965 7772 90 Oak Street, PO Box 428, Newton, MA 02464 "http://interfaithfamily.com">http://interfaithfamily.com Equal Opportunity Employer.

12/27/10  Marblehead Director of Planned & Major Gifts and Part-time Alumni Coordinator Cohen Hillel Academy, one of New England's most respected Jewish day schools, invites nominations and applications for two new positions: Part-Time Alumni Coordinator and Full-Time Director of Planned and Major Gifts. Applicants for the first position should have three or more years of alumni relations and/or event planning experience. Applicants for the second position should have five or more years of individual major gift fundraising and/or planned giving experience, including six-figure solicitations. The successful candidates will work with the Head of School, Board President, Alumni Association President and Executive Director of Advancement to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward prospective donors. Strong leadership and communication skills are required, as is Raiser's Edge experience and a commitment to Judaism. The positions will be based in Marblehead, Massachusetts, offer competitive salaries and benefits, and require periodic travel. The Prospero Group is assisting Cohen Hillel Academy with its search. By January 15th, applicants should e-mail a cover letter, resume and list of three professional references to cha@prosperogroup.com. Website: http://www.cohenhillel.org

12/27/10 West Springfield  Director of Grinspoon Institute for Jewish Philanthropy The primary purpose of the Grinspoon Institute for Jewish Philanthropy is to work on capacity building with Jewish nonprofit overnight camps throughout the United States and Canada in the following areas: Board development and governance, strategic planning, fundraising and leadership coaching. The Director of Grinspoon Institute is responsible for all internal and external work of the Institute: managing and coaching staff and consultants; ensuring the smooth operation of all projects, handling the growth of the Institute, building relationships with other organizations, cooperating and assisting as a "team" player in other Foundation efforts, and generally serving as the public face of the Institute. The ability to communicate knowledgeably, promptly, tactfully and articulately is essential. The person in this position should possess managerial and organizational skills, keen judgment, excellent oral and written communications skills, ability to lead with vision, flexibility, tact, patience, timeliness in all communication, and a comfort level working in a team environment
I. Responsible for the Institute’s work with client organizations
•Oversee the progress of a cadre of mentors who have the expertise to strengthen Jewish nonprofit boards •Evaluate progress of client organizations towards their goals
•Work with staff to develop materials to attract new client organizations
II. Oversee special programs
•Annual Conference
•Technology projects
•GIFT program for development directors
•Matching Grant Programs
 •MetroWest Fundraising Academy
•PJ Goes to Camp
•JCCA Pilot (day camps)
 III. Management functions
 •Hire and supervise staff and consultants
•Execute financial functions
    1.Prepare budgets and administer expense controls
    2.Create and implement grant programs
•Prepare and deliver reports to the Foundation Board
•Serve as a member of the Foundation leadership team
Salary commensurate with experience. Preferred Education: 4 Year Degree
To apply:  Please send cover letter and resume to Bonnie@hgf.org.  Grinspoon Institute for JewishPhilanthropy, 380 Union Street, West Springfield, MA 01089  Phone: 413-736-2561  Fax: 413-734-4063 gijp@hgf.org

12/27/10  Norwood Director of Institutional Advancement The South Area Solomon Schechter Day School (SASSDS) seeks a full-time Director of Institutional Advancement to build on its successful programs of annual and capital giving, donor cultivation, and foundation support. The Director Institutional Advancement will be a key member of the school's professional leadership team, reporting directly to the Head of School. He or she will work in partnership with the Head of School, the board of directors, and the strategic development committee to oversee development, recruitment, marketing, and communications. The Director of Institutional Advancement will continue to grow an already successful fundraising effort, which last year raised $450,000. Funds are raised from parents and board members as well as outside constituents through annual events, annual campaign, and grants with the help of two full-time and two part-time employees. The Director of IA will be responsible for helping to raise the profile of the school in the greater Boston area and its mission in the community through planning, implementing and managing a development and marketing/branding program. Our goal is to eventually raise $1 million annually to meet the needs of the operating budget, as well as the longer-term need for capital and endowment growth. The Director’s responsibilities include supervising the Institutional Advancement professional staff as well as recruitment and business office staff. In addition, he or she will provide oversight for the Israel Arbeiter Gallery of Understanding, which provides a unique venue for students and adults to learn about the Holocaust, explore causes of hatred, and promote understanding.
Requirements: The position requires a highly organized strategic thinker, a team builder, an excellent writer, and a savvy user of technology and other organizational resources. He or she will possess the ability to set priorities, implement multiple projects, manage details, and work effectively with minimal supervision. These skills are necessary for strategic planning, supporting lay leaders working on individual cultivations, solicitations, and special events, and further strengthening the school’s annual and capital/endowment giving programs. The successful candidate will have a bachelor's degree and at least 7-10 years of successful development/advancement experience, preferably in the Jewish community and/or in educational institutions. Alternatively, he or she will have meaningful experience in non-profit organizational life, have worked with volunteers, and have participated in strategizing, cultivating, and soliciting major gifts.
Required Education: 4 Year Degree.  Local Residents Preferred (No Relo).  Salary + benefits are competitive
To Apply:  Please send cover letter and resume to: Jane Taubenfeld Cohen, Head of School, jcohen@sassds.org South Area Solomon Schechter Day School, 1 Commerce Way Norwood, MA 02062 (781) 769-5555.

11/10/10 Waltham/Boston  Executive Director, Brandeis-Genesis Institute for Russian Jewry  Mersky, Jaffe & Associates, a national executive search and consulting firm, has been engaged to conduct a search for an Executive Director of the Brandeis-Genesis Institute for Russian Jewry which was established in 2009. The Genesis Philanthropy Group (GPG), a foundation dedicated to strengthening Jewish identity among Russian-speaking Jews worldwide, has committed up to $10.8 million to Brandeis University to establish the Brandeis-Genesis Institute for Russian-speaking Jewry (BGI) and to provide scholarships at Brandeis for undergraduate and graduate students. The mission of the Brandeis-Genesis Institute (BGI) is to prepare Russian-speaking Jews from around the world to become effective community leaders fortified by Jewish knowledge, a systematic understanding of Russian Jewry, and a commitment to the future of the Jewish people. For more information, visit www.brandeis.edu/bgi.
Founded in 1948, Brandeis University is named for the late Louis Dembitz Brandeis, a distinguished associate justice of the United States Supreme Court, and reflects the ideals of academic excellence and social justice he personified. Brandeis is the only nonsectarian Jewish-sponsored college or university in the United States. Located just west of Boston, Brandeis is a member of the Association of American Universities, and is consistently ranked among the world's top liberal arts, research institutions. For more information on Brandeis University and its global presence, visit www.brandeis.edu/globalbrandeis.
Reporting to the Vice President for Global Affairs, and in collaboration with faculty and University administrators, the Executive Director will set the academic direction, develop strategy, goals, refresh and implement the programmatic thrusts of the Institute. Key tasks will be to lead efforts to recruit and mentor BGI fellows, manage the development and monitor performance of programs for Fellows, maintain BGIâ??s relationship with external funders, as well as relevant members of the University and external communities. The Executive Director will be expected to create and maintain sound business and organizational models that promote and support the organization's mission and vision and to manage additional staff and contractors. He or she may contribute to the teaching and research mission of the BGI and of Brandeis University.
The Executive Director will be required to perform in day-to-day settings that offer both the challenges of academic and strategic thinking and hands-on attention to essential tasks required to meet organizational goals. Knowledge of, and experience in, nonprofit management, experiential Jewish education, commitment to the Jewish community, higher education and the ability to move comfortably between traditional and non-traditional organizational and community circles is critical to the success of this position.
Responsibilities
Leadership, Executive Management and Operations
Primary
* Serve as the lead professional responsible for the staff, organizational planning and evaluation, program design and implementation, recruitment, community relations and fiscal accountability.
* Translate the vision and strategy into measures of impact and operational effectiveness. Work, as necessary, with program evaluators as required by terms of grant agreements.
* Establish the Institute's operational capacity including identifying and addressing administrative/support needs, and setting up systems, procedures, and technology.
* Monitor the budget and financial status of the Institute and ensure appropriate and timely reporting, projections and review.
Secondary
* Assist and advise the University in raising, framing and deciding on policy and operational issues.
* Manage relationships with stakeholders.
* Recruit, supervise and evaluate additional staff.
Program Development and Implementation
Primary
* Work with other Brandeis personnel to design and implement a recruitment strategy that will develop and use networks to identify Russian-speaking Jewish candidates for BIMA, Genesis, Brandeis University undergraduates and Hornstein Program applicants
* Develop and implement a best-in-class fellowship program, building upon the strengths of similar programs at Brandeis and in operation at other universities.
* Design, plan, and lead retreats, individual learning plans and other programs and group sessions using input from key sources and stakeholders.
Secondary
* Establish an alumni follow-up program
* Provide ongoing coaching, advice, guidance and support to fellows and serve as a role model.
Academic Leadership
* Work with the BGI faculty committee to develop learning goals for BGI undergraduate fellows and other students associated with the BGI, and create programming to help achieve those goals.
* Incorporate Jewish content as well as Russian-Jewish component as key pillars of the fellowship to ensure that the BGI delivers a distinct Jewishly engaging program with deep understanding of Russian-Jewish community.
* As appropriate, engage in research and teaching related to Russian Jewry.
Community and External Relations
* Develop and implement a marketing and communications plan for the Institute to raise visibility, assist the fellows, and position the Institute to attract a community of supporters and interest from prospective students.
* Serve as the primary spokesperson of the BGI and establish a role as a leading voice of, and advocate for, the Russian-speaking Jewish community.
* Develop and maintain strong alliances and relationships with other organizations working with the Russian-speaking Jewish community
* Develop a strategic and structured approach to creating access for the fellows to the established Jewish community
* Cultivate relationships with funders, donors and other potential supporters for possible program expansions to be determined based on operations and future needs.
Qualifications
* Master's degree or equivalent experience required; Ph.D. preferred;
* Comfort and experience in the roles of leader, decision-maker, facilitator, connector, coach and advisor;
* Strategic thinker with keen insights and instincts regarding
organizational needs and realities;
* Academic experience and/or experience in higher education, adult learning and the development of curricular materials, learning experiences and courses;
* Native fluency in Russian language is required;
* Demonstrated, in-depth knowledge of specificity, needs and dynamics of the North American Russian-speaking Jewish community;
* Knowledge of Judaic sources, Jewish history/culture and the ability to create meaningful Jewish experiences is highly preferred. Open to the diversity of expressed Jewish values, traditions and ritual practice;
* Prior experience in a management capacity with an established organization;
* Familiarity or direct involvement with start-up ventures, creating and launching new organizations or major initiatives is preferred;
* Skills and experience in organizational, administrative and financial management;
* Disciplined and flexible leader able to function in, and adjust to, times of change and meet new challenges;
* Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a fast paced environment;
* Theoretical and practical experience that can be translated into success in coaching and working with young start-up organizations, entrepreneurs and/or emerging organizational leaders;
* Success in building and coordinating as well as manage small team efforts;
* Ability to initiate and cultivate relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders and constituent groups;
* Persuasive communicator and motivator with strong written, verbal and analytical skills; and
* Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
If you know of anyone who might be a suitable candidate for this unique position, please forward the person's name and contact information directly to David A. Mersky at the address below. If you wish to apply personally, please submit a cover letter and resume or curriculum vita to David at david@merskyjaffe.com.

11/10/10  Boston  Vice President of Institutional Advancement  Mersky, Jaffe & Associates has been retained by Hebrew College to conduct a search for a new vice president for institutional advancement. Founded in 1921, Hebrew College is dedicated to the principle that rigorous, pluralistic Jewish education is essential to building and sustaining a vibrant Jewish community. The College is committed to training Jewish professionals who have a strong foundation in classical Jewish studies and are equally well equipped to engage the complexities of contemporary Jewish life. Hebrew College also embraces a mission that connects serious academic study of Judaism with the educational needs and challenges of the community, via outstanding adult learning and youth education programs. No ivory tower, the College strives to be a modern equivalent of Abraham's tent, with all sides open to anyone who wishes to join its passionate pursuit of Jewish education. Hebrew College's legacy also bequeaths a strong commitment to pluralism, open to all forms of Jewish expression, commitment and practice. We seek to engage diverse perspectives on any given Jewish topic, both to encourage a dynamic exchange and to foster respect for other points of view. Hebrew College, true to its roots, strives to encompass the broadest spectrum of Jewish life and to model k'lal Yisrael, a community of all Jews, while welcoming members of other faiths to join in a vibrant conversation. The vice president for institutional advancement will report to the President, Rabbi Daniel L. Lehmann and work as a member of the senior management team of the College. In consultation with the board, the vice president for institutional advancement will design and implement a multi-year strategic development plan to raise significant unrestricted annual funds and begin an endowment campaign from both local and national donors and funders in support of the College's mission and strategic vision. In addition to the supervision and management of the entire development operation of the College, and among other specific responsibilities and duties, the vice president for institutional advancement will create and articulate the College's case statement; develop a tactical fundraising plan that includes a timetable, gift table, stewardship and communications programs; prepare and monitor budgets for all development activities subject to the approval of the board and President; coordinate and monitor all development activities of the College and regularly report results to the President, the Development Committee, the Board and others, as required; supervise the research, cultivation and development of appropriate solicitation strategies for identified and new major gift prospects not only from the Greater Boston community but also nationwide; engage in and direct personal solicitation of such prospects; supervise the development of proposals for foundations and corporations; be capable of conceptualizing, planning and implementing varied special events; organize, motivate and lead Board members to recognize and carry out their fundraising responsibilities; identify and recruit additional members to the Development Committee and volunteer infrastructure for the College in order to expand the opportunities for major gift cultivation and solicitation; train the Board, Development Committee members and volunteers to serve as solicitors and cultivators of other prospects; create a communication plan for donors and prospects including reports from the President, brochures and other communication tools that informs prospects and donors about the College, in general, and of special giving opportunities, in particular. design and provide oversight for the implementation of a schedule for communicating with the various constituencies of the College; enhance and strengthen alumni relations; create a system to support, track and recognize volunteers; coordinate and conduct all communication with donors and prospective donors; create a variety of appropriate gift vehicles to meet the needs of different donors; administer stewardship activities by supervising the maintenance of the database of contributors and gifts, track current and potential donors, and acknowledge, record and report all gifts with appreciation to donors; and be capable of developing educational programs to support development efforts for major gifts, planned giving and endowment funding on a local, regional and national basis. The successful candidate will be an experienced professional with a proven track record in major gift solicitation and experience working with high level volunteers and philanthropists; a strong manager who is a self-starter who listens and is able to build a motivated team of volunteers and professionals; a hands-on leader with superior verbal and written communication skills; and a creative, energetic individual committed to realizing the potential of the bold, innovative and dynamic vision of the Hebrew College.
If you know of anyone who might be a suitable candidate for this unique position, or are yourself interested, please forward a resume and cover letter with salary requirements and three references to David A. Mersky at david@merskyjaffe.com .

10/20/10  Boston  Area Director, Rhode Island and Connecticut
 AIPAC is seeking an Area Director for Rhode Island and Connecticut. The position is based in New England Region's Boston headquarters and reports to the Regional Director, New England. The successful candidate will direct pro-Israel activity throughout one of the most influential communities in the United States. AIPAC is a registered domestic lobby whose principal mission is to work with Congress on legislation that strengthens the relationship between the United States and Israel.
Roles and Responsibilities:
~Managing the annual campaign by coordinating and executing an annual development plan.
~Developing a lay leadership structure cultivate, recruit and solicit new members, donors and prospects.Organize pro-Israel political activism.
~Create a leadership path for activists.
~Identify and recruit appropriate members for national and regionalprograms.
~Planning and executing large and small meetings and events
including:
~Annual fundraising events in each significant population center.
~Regular working meetings with area leadership councils.
~Approximately 3-4 educational programs for area leadership per year
~Parlor meetings and outreach to new prospects
~Face to face solicitation of major donors.
~Public speaking. Communicating the latest developments concerning a strong U.S.-Israel relationship to leadership, membership and the pro-Israel community.
~Coordinating recruitment events for national initiatives including AIPAC's Policy Conference, National Summit on Foreign Policy and Politics and Missions.
Qualifications:
~Bachelor's degree and three years work experience in related field, or commensurate experience.
~Proven track record in face-to-face solicitations.
~Excellent oral and written communication skills.
~Experience with an annual campaign a plus.
~Knowledge of Israel and politics desirable. Experience in nonprofit organizations a plus.
~Outstanding organizational skills.
To Apply:  Please send cover letter and resume to hr@aipac.org

New Jersey
2/3/11  Northern New Jersey Program Officer The Russell Berrie Foundation in Northern New Jersey seeks to hire a Program Officer who will report directly to the Program Director of the Foundation and will work collaboratively with the Program Department team. The Russell Berrie Foundation (RBF) is a private foundation established in 1985 by Russell Berrie, a successful salesman and entrepreneur. RBF was created to express the values and passions of Russell Berrie through social investments in innovative ideas designed to:
.Promote the continuity and enrichment of Jewish communal life
.Support advances in medicine focusing on diabetes and humanism in medicine
.Foster the spirit of religious understanding and pluralism
.Recognize individuals who have made a significant difference to the lives of others
.Elevate the profession of sales
.Raise the awareness of terrorism and promoting its prevention RBF awarded grants in the range of $20 million in 2009. Its geographic focus areas are primarily New Jersey, Metropolitan New York and Israel. (www.russellberriefoundation.org)
Areas of Responsibility:
Grantmaking and Trustee Board Meetings: Conduct initial due diligence on grant requests. Draft written analyses and summaries. Review, assess and summarize in writing grantee progress reports. Attend and participate in meetings. Document meeting discussions and decisions. Assist Program Director in meeting agenda and material preparation. Conduct follow-up work from meetings.
Research, Analysis and Evaluation: Conduct research through the web, review of documents and phone interviews on areas of interest that can assist grantee capacity building and potential new areas of focus for RBF grantmaking. Analyze and write concise summaries of research. Assist Program Director in managing major grant evaluation. Review and analyze grantee self-evaluation reports and provide weekly report to Program Director. Research grant information in GIFTS Database. Serve as a backup for Grant Administrator in preparing grant requests.
Manage Grant Initiatives, Relationships and Special Projects: Manage logistics and coordination of specific initiatives, including the Russ Berrie Award for Making a Difference. Conduct due diligence and manage relationships with small grantees. Assist Program Director in designing, developing and managing Request for Proposals processes. Undertake special projects for the Program Director, CEO and President. Respond to inquiries related to grant programs and provides appropriate assistance.
Communications: Develop and manage the RBF website, which includes writing and posting articles, photos, and documents on RBF activities and initiatives. Lead effort in developing new ideas to enhance the RBF website and explore ways to take advantage of social media outlets in communicating RBF activities and initiatives. Network with philanthropic peers and resources to enhance understanding on how to maximize the impact of RBF grants and advance knowledge and practice in RBF areas of focus.
Qualifications: B.A./B.S. required. Master's degree preferred. Three to five years of professional work experience, preferably in a foundation, nonprofit organization or other philanthropic organization. Superior research, writing and analytical skills are required.
Skills and Knowledge:
* Resourceful with strong ability to analyze financial and performance data.
* Strong planning, administrative and organizational skills.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Thoughtful, enthusiastic, and independent; demonstrates a high degree of initiative; results-oriented.
* Demonstrated ability to independently prioritize and manage multiple and sometimes competing tasks and satisfactorily meet deadlines and desired outcomes.
* Strong computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access or other databases, web editing software. Knowledge of MicroEdge GIFTS preferred.
* Website development experience a plus.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Ability to solve problems and be a team player.
* Highly self-motivated, persistent, pro-active, dependable and self-sufficient.
* Ability to work under pressure, and in situations that arise spontaneously.
* Possesses tact, poise, professionalism, diplomacy, and ability to interact with people from all walks of life.
* Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion.
Salary will be commensurate with experience.
To apply, please send by email only a resume and cover letter of not more than 3 pages to: Paul Spivey of Phillips Oppenheim at pspivey@phillipsoppenheim.com

12/27/10 Teaneck Senior Development Officer Sharsheret, a fast-paced and growing national breast cancer
organization, seeks full-time Senior Development Officer to launch and lead a comprehensive fundraising effort to increase and diversify financial resources.
Job Summary: Launch and lead a comprehensive fundraising effort to increase and diversify the organization's financial resources. Design and drive development efforts to meet organization's annual revenue goals from a variety of sources including major gifts, special events, and foundations. Reports To: Executive Director and Board of Directors
Qualifications:
-Minimum 3 years of experience with direct fundraising and demonstrated success in development at a
small or medium-sized non-profit
-Proven track record in building a robust donor base from multiple donor channels, including special events
-Strong oral and written communication skills and grant writing experience
-Experience in building a strong development team
-Passion for issues related to breast and ovarian cancer and the Jewish community
Responsibilities:
-Design and drive development efforts to meet annual revenue goals
-Build upon current development programs using an established development plan
-Develop new revenue streams
-Oversee all aspects of major gifts, foundation support, multi-year gifts, planned giving, and special events
-Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward prospects and new donors
-Partner with the Executive Director to cultivate, solicit, and steward existing donors
-Support the Board of Directors with the Executive Director to provide coaching, motivation, and training to engage Board fundraising
-Lead the preparation of high-quality fundraising appeals, case statements, grant applications, sponsorship proposals, and annual reports
-Ability to travel and work weekends and evenings, as needed.
Salary and benefits commensurate with experience.
To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to resumes@sharsheret.org. 1086 Teaneck Rd. ,Teaneck, NJ 07666 tel: (866) 474 – 2774 email: info@sharsheret.org www.sharsheret.org
About Sharsheret
Sharsheret provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates regardless of economic or social status and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, or age.
Sharsheret, Hebrew for "chain", is a national not-for-profit organization supporting young women and their families, of all Jewish backgrounds, facing breast cancer. Our mission is to offer a community of support to women diagnosed with breast cancer or at increased genetic risk, by fostering culturally-relevant individualized connections with networks of peers, health professionals, and related resources. Since Sharsheret's founding in 2001, we have responded to more than 19,000 breast cancer inquiries, involved more than 1,100 peer supporters, and presented over 200 educational programs nationwide. Sharsheret now offers a continuum of care for the Jewish community - addressing the needs of those who are concerned about the risk of breast cancer in their family, those who have been diagnosed with the disease and are undergoing treatment, and those who face issues of survivorship or recurrence.
Sharsheret has developed the following national programs: The Link Programs
-Peer Support Network, connecting women newly diagnosed or at high risk of developing breast cancer one-on-one with others who share similar diagnoses and experiences
-Embrace, supporting women living with advanced breast cancer
-Genetics for Life, addressing hereditary breast and ovarian cancer
-Busy Box, for young parents facing breast cancer
-Best Face Forward, addressing the cosmetic side effects of treatment
-Sharsheret Supports, developing local support groups and programs
-Family Focus, providing resources and support for caregivers and family members Education and Outreach Programs
-Health Care Symposia, on issues unique to younger women facing breast cancer
-Sharsheret on Campus, outreach to students on campus
-Facing Breast Cancer as a Jewish Woman, an educational resource booklet series
 

New York

7/11/11  New York  Executive Director Congregation B’nai Jeshurun BACKGROUND: Congregation B’nai Jeshurun (BJ), located on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, is one of the country’s leading progressive synagogues. BJ was originally founded in 1825, and was revitalized by the charismatic noted rabbi and human rights activist, Rabbi Marshall T. Meyer, an American who was the spiritual leader of a congregation in Argentina. Rabbi Meyer was joined at BJ by two of his former students from Argentina, Rabbi J. Rolando Matalon, and Cantor Ari Priven. After Rabbi Meyer’s death in 1993, fellow Argentinean Rabbi Marcelo Bronstein came to partner with Rabbi Matalon, and in 2001, Rabbi Felicia Sol, previously a rabbinic fellow at BJ, joined the rabbinic team.  BJ is considered a phenomenon in the Jewish world both because of its rapid and explosive growth and the level of regular involvement and intense commitment of so many of its members. It has been the subject of numerous articles, book chapters, and several documentaries in the Jewish and secular media. Today, the Congregation has approximately 3,800 members (1,875 households) who live on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, other neighborhoods of Manhattan, the outer boroughs, and even New Jersey and Connecticut.  In addition to Shabbat and holiday services, prayer and the study of the Torah, BJ offers educational programs for all ages, Hebrew school, programs and activities in social action/social justice, a homeless shelter, meeting/event space, and much more. BJ is governed by a 28‐member Board of Trustees and has an operating budget of $6 million.
THE OPPORTUNITY/CHALLENGE: The Executive Director will join BJ at a transformational moment of transition and growth, and will have the unique opportunity to work with an engaged and dynamic spiritual community to guide one of the nation’s leading progressive synagogues to new levels of success and service. He/she will partner strategically with the Rabbis, the President, and the Trustees who together will articulate, update and support a vision for the congregation. The Executive Director will provide leadership and direction to a team whose mission it will be to translate that vision into supportive programs, activities and institutional strategies through the congregation’s daily operations (administration, finance, technology, communications/marketing, programming, fundraising, volunteer relations, and facilities).
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: The Executive Director reports to the President of the Board of Trustees and works in close partnership with the BJ rabbinic team. Reporting to the Executive Director is a staff of 35. The Executive Director will also engage on a regular basis with an active volunteer cadre of more than 1,000.
IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS: Commitment to Jewish life and the Jewish community, and an understanding of the connection to the principles of BJ; bachelor’s degree, advanced degree preferred; proven leadership, managerial , strategic planning, problem‐solving, and fiscal responsibility as an executive in a not‐for‐profit, public sector or congregational setting; experience leading organizational change and growth; experience with fundraising—generating support from individual donors and family foundations; demonstrated success working effectively with a board of trustees; capital project management experience; an articulate, persuasive communicator; technologically savvy; willingness to embrace and encourage institutional evaluation; superior organizational, time‐management and follow‐up skills; highly evolved human relations skills; a consummate team player and collaborator; intellectually curious; a warm, engaging and approachable style; energy, charisma, entrepreneurship and creativity; impeccable judgment and discretion; willing to work evenings and weekends, as necessary.  Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience and accomplishments. Kindly direct all inquiries to Howe‐Lewis; do not contact BJ.
TO APPLY:  Nominations and applications will be considered in confidence and should be sent via email to: BnaiJeshurun@howe‐lewis.com  Or apply online at www.howe‐lewis.com/assignments.html

6/16/11  New York  Development Associate  Ramaz School   Ramaz is a co-educational modern Orthodox day school striving for excellence in Jewish Education. Ramaz seeks an energetic, organized development professional with exceptional writing and communication skills to assist and support all aspects of the school's fund-raising operation, taking primary roles in various ongoing and one-time projects as needed. Specific responsibilities include: Closely staff the Director of Institutional Advancement and help him execute a variety of projects and tasks:
Write and send out all of the Development Office's correspondence, including pledge confirmation emails and acknowledgement and billing letters
 Work closely with Communications Office to proofread e-communications and prepare mail merge lists for large mailings and other direct mail and e-appeals
Support Director of Institutional Advancement in the preparation for donor briefings (including writing talking points, preparing briefing papers and researching prospective donors)
 Coordinate Journal and other parts of the Annual Dinner Independently manage logistics for donor cultivation and development events
Ensure donor hard files are current, complete and chronological Prepare and coordinate materials for meetings including meeting notices, agendas, handouts, copying and distributing follow-up materials
 Provide some day-to-day administrative support to the Development staff Assist with other large-scale development projects as needed
This position requires someone with excellent organizational skills, and who is self-directed and detail oriented. Excellent written and oral skills are a must. The person must be enthusiastic about working in a Jewish day school environment and enjoy working as part of a team. Job Qualifications: A minimum of 2 years of experience in an office setting. Experience in an educational and/or Jewish institution is a plus. Bachelor's degree required. Proficiency in Excel, Power-point, Word and other computer skills, as required.
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience. Generous benefits.
To Apply: Please email resume and letter indicating position of interest to Ida Bohmstein at HR@Ramaz.org
Website: http://www.Ramaz.org

6/7/11  New York  Executive Director  About the Organization: Reboot is a dynamic and original network of fellows (known as "Rebooters") - now 390 strong - made up of the country's leading young creatives, activists and entrepreneurs founders and senior executives of social media websites; creators and senior writers of current television shows; presidents of record labels; journalists from national newspapers; community organizers; academics; non-profit leaders; and more from coast to coast. The network works toward a common goal: to "reboot" the culture, rituals, and traditions that they have inherited and make them vital and resonant for a new generation of Jews. Together they have produced Jewish related books, films, music, web sites and large-scale public events such as: 10Q, Sabbath Manifesto, the National Day of Unplugging, the DAWN Festival, the Idelsohn Society of Musical Preservation, and Sukkah City. Founded in 2000 by two change-oriented Jewish foundations and incorporated in 2003 as an independent nonprofit, Reboot has an annual budget of nearly two million dollars, with eight staff people in three locations: New York City, San Francisco and Los Angeles. More information is available at "http://www.rebooters.net">http://www.rebooters.net
About the Opportunity: Reboot's ideal Executive Director is a fundraiser, strategist, champion and manager, with a record of outstanding leadership and achievement. He/she will serve as a muse for Reboot's growing network as its members continue to develop creative projects and Reboot incubates these projects through funding and technical support. This unique leader will also oversee the fellow selection process and foster a culture of innovation, open communication and respect. The Executive Director will report to the Board of Directors, currently chaired by Scott Belsky, and will direct supervise a two-person senior management team.
Specific responsibilities include serving as the key:
Fundraiser:
* Oversee all financial development and serve as the lead fundraising staff member, building on current support.
* Articulate and promote the mission to funders in a clear, persuasive manner.
* Understand the landscape of and cultivate relationships with potential new funders, in addition to deepening relationships with existing funders.
Strategist:
* Develop long-term strategy in collaboration with an active Board of Directors.
* Provide a strategic vision for extending Reboot's impact, internally and externally.
* Engage and direct the Board of Directors to maintain a strong, productive and motivated Board.
* Drive and manage Reboot's annual fellow selection process.
Champion:
* Hone, implement and strengthen the internal and external affairs agenda.
* Serve as the primary spokesperson and ambassador of Reboot to the press, public and partners.
* Cultivate, inspire and activate the Reboot network and its programs.
* Connect and engage partner organizations and the general public with Reboot.
Manager:
* Oversee the management and overall direction of the organization's day-to-day activities, operations and programs.
* Enable, harness, inspire and develop senior team and staff.
* Assure on-going communication with Board, staff and keystakeholders.
Qualifications and Experience:  The successful Executive Director will have the rare ability to act as a visionary leader capable of effectively managing the daily details. Enthusiastic, genuine, innovative and curious, he/she will be excited and passionate about the mission and be able to personally connect to Reboot's story. The ideal candidate will have:
* Demonstrated leadership in a forward-thinking organization with a background in strategic thinking and implementation.
* Successful track record of fundraising and a familiarity with Jewish philanthropies.
* Well-honed board relations and governance skills.
* Outstanding communication skills, sophisticated, articulate and persuasive, with savvy relationship building skills.
* The ability to inspire, represent and connect with multiple constituents and community stakeholders.
* Strong listening and conflict management skills with good judgment and a level-headed approach to leading and managing.
* An open-minded interest in Jewish culture and identity along with being Jewishly curious; professional experience in the Jewish world is not a requirement.
Location: We prefer the Executive Director to be based in New York with regular travel to San Francisco and Los Angeles.
Travel: Domestic travel expected, approximately 10-20%.
Reboot is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds. We offer competitive salary and benefits.
To Apply:  Please send resume and cover letter to: Josie Sandler, josie@sandlerassociates.org  or Melanie Kidd, melanie@sandlerassociates.org  Sandler Search Associates, 880 Third Avenue, 16th FloorNew York, NY 10022
Web site: "http://www.sandlerassociates.org">http://www.sandlerassociates.org

6/2/11  New York  Director, Institutional Advancement for Einstein Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University (YU) has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education, psychology, and more. We are a leading global educational institution that employs over 4,500 people across our various campus locations – Wilf Campus, Beren Campus, Brookdale Center, Resnick Campus in the Bronx, the Gruss Institute in Jerusalem, the Boys High School in Manhattan and the Girls High School in Queens. From the distinguished faculty who teach here, to the dedicated staff, we work to fulfill our mission: to "bring wisdom to life" through all that we teach, by all that we do and for all those we serve. We seek to attract and retain engaged and committed individuals who contribute to an exciting working environment, where there is a sense of community and belonging, balanced with a significant cross section of people from diverse backgrounds working and studying together. The University offers an excellent compensation package, and a broad range of employee benefit plans, including immediate participation and full vesting in the University's retirement plan. Staff members are typically eligible for four weeks paid vacation each year.
Responsibilities: The Department of Institutional Advancement is seeking a Director of Research to provide prospect research for the Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
* Prepare all levels of research for the Department of Institutional Advancement to support cultivation and solicitation for Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Yeshiva University.
* Identify prospects through in-house sources and projects as well as from newspapers, online alerts and other sources of information to find potential new prospects for the College and University.
* Work on special research projects to provide information and analysis to school directors, administrators and board members.
* Manage wealth screenings.
* Use University database, Banner, to substantiate information on donors and alumni and to enter and maintain research information.
* Additional research projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of related experience
* Master's degree preferred
* Experience with paid online search engines including Lexis/Nexis, Hoovers, SEC, D&B is a must
* Experience in a hospital or higher education (specifically medical school) is helpful
Apply Here: "http://www.Click2Apply.net/wrjc7sk">http://www.Click2Apply.net/wrjc7sk

6/1/11  New York  Executive Director  The Organization: The mission of the Jewish Orthodox Feminist Alliance is to expand the spiritual, ritual, intellectual and political opportunities for women within the framework of halakha. We advocate meaningful participation and equality for women in family life, synagogues, houses of learning and Jewish communal organizations to the full
extent possible within halakha. Our commitment is rooted in the belief that fulfilling this mission will enrich and uplift individual and communal life for all Jews. Founded in 1997, following an overwhelming response to the first of what has become seven major international conferences (each attended by over 1,000 women and men), JOFA has grown into an international organization with a mailing list of over 5500 subscribers.
Job Description: The Executive Director will lead and manage JOFA's development and growth. The Executive Director will work closely with the Board of Directors and JOFA's staff to expand JOFA's presence within the Jewish community and continue to build the organization's long-term impact. The Executive Director must be a leader who is passionate about JOFA's mission and has the personality to cultivate strong ties between JOFA and community stakeholders.
The Executive Director, together with the Board of Directors, will further develop and implement the vision of JOFA and will provide leadership for the JOFA staff, the Board, and the community. With the Board, the Executive Director will be involved in the development of long range strategic plans and implementing these plans. The Executive Director is responsible for energizing the Jewish community around a shared passion for Orthodox feminism and will communicate the vision and message of the organization to the public, to the donors, and to all other stakeholders. The Executive Director has primary responsibility for fundraising for the organization.
Specific responsibilities will include:
* Guiding the organization as it continues to develop its vision and long-term strategy
* Creating a long-term development plan, and raising the funds necessary to grow JOFA with an increased focus on attracting new major gifts and sources of funding.
* Creation and implementation of a long-term communications plan, incorporating both traditional and new media
* Overseeing the development, management and evaluation of JOFA's current and new programs and publications, as well as a more national focus for the organization
* Working closely with JOFA's Board of Directors: including staffing the Board committees, growing the Board and supporting Board members to become active partners in development efforts.
* Maintaining financial oversight of the organization
* Maintaining and developing relationships with other Jewish communal organizations
* Overseeing, mentoring and providing leadership to JOFA's staff, which currently consists of a Program Director, a part-time Editorial/Publications Manager and a part-time Administrative Assistant
Job Requirements:
* 8+ years relevant experience
* Proven track record of fundraising with an emphasis on major gift solicitation
* Experience with long-term organizational strategic development
* Commitment to and passion for JOFA's mission
* Familiarity and comfort with the Orthodox community and knowledge of the broader Jewish community
* Experience with working with non-profit boards (familiarity with governance issues/board development)
* Self-motivated, energetic, and flexible with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Ability to work closely and comfortably with individuals of different ages and varying leadership and communication styles
* Experience with engaging diverse communities and stakeholders
JOFA will consider applicants from a wide-range of professional backgrounds, both in the for-profit and non-profit sectors. Relevant experience as a lay leader will be considered.
Start Date: Fall 2011
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
To Apply:  Please send cover letter and resume to search@jofa.org with "Executive Director" in the subject line. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. JOFA is an equal opportunity employer.

5/27/11  New York  Human Resources Director, American Jewish Committee  Founded in 1906, AJC seeks to enhance the well-being of the Jewish people and Israel and to advance human rights and democratic values in the United States and around the world. In addition to its New York headquarters and Office of Government & International Affairs in Washington, D.C., AJC has regional offices and affiliates across the U.S. and overseas in addition to a multitude of global partnerships. Among Jewish organizations, AJC is the preeminent leader in the global arena. With a presence in Belgium, France, Germany, India, Israel, Italy and Switzerland, AJC's network of relationships with, and access to, the key decision makers and thought leaders on every continent is unmatched. AJC is recognized by foreign leaders, the Israeli and U.S. governments as an effective and trusted
interlocutor for Jewish issues, human rights and advocacy for democratic values. Today, AJC proactively tackles the greatest concerns of Jewish communities around the globe. AJC recently completed a strategic planning process to guide the organization as it begins its second century of work. A critical outcome of the plan is the decision to strengthen and enhance the organization's staff, and to create and implement the systems,
protocols, policies and procedures that support the attraction, development and retention of the talent required to support the achievement of AJC's strategic priorities.
The HR Director provides leadership in developing and executing human resources strategies that support the strategic direction and mission of AJC and ensure it is an employer of choice. Located in the NY headquarters office, the HR Director will report to the CFO and will manage a department of four people as well as all external HR consultant relationships and interns.
The HR Director is responsible for:
Leadership
~Collaborating with AJC leadership to ensure the successful implementation of strategic plan initiatives
~Establishing and implementing HR programs and systems that effectively communicate and support AJC's vision and strategic vision
~Functioning as a strategic business advisor to the executive/senior management of each AJC program/department regarding key staffing and staff management issues
~Providing leadership in modeling AJC's values, and developing and supporting efforts that contribute to a values-based culture within the organization
~Establishing short and long-term HR organizational goals, objectives, budgets, policies and procedures
~Updating AJC leadership on important potential changes in government policies that impact AJC operations and employee well-being
~Supporting and contributing to activities throughout AJC as needed
Talent Management
~Maintaining comprehensive recruiting, onboarding and retention processes to meet the human capital needs of achieving AJC's overall strategies and mission and ensuring consistency of
application and links to career development and recognition
~Ensuring the development and successful implementation of performance evaluation systems that provide fair and equitable assessment of all staff
~Building a pipeline of talented staff for advancement and succession planning
~Developing and overseeing implementation of a range of professional development programs and activities geared toward ensuring staff have the skills and competencies required to advance their personal growth and the work of the organization
~Encouraging and facilitating the collaborative development of all staff learning opportunities geared toward fostering a learning environment
~Ensuring that all managers and other appropriate staff are fully trained in the components of AJC's Talent Management Systems including recruitment processes, onboarding activities, performance management systems, rewards and recognition programs, and professional development opportunities
Culture and Values
~Fostering a results-oriented, accountable environment at AJC
~Overseeing implementation of HR policies and practices which create a work place that honors AJC's values and supports the efficient and effective accomplishment of our work
~Monitoring staff morale and developing ways to improve it
~Providing staff with a confidential place to discuss issues
Communications
~Managing internal communications to global staff on all HR matters
~Providing user-friendly communications regarding benefits, HR policies and procedures and staff milestones such as birthdays, anniversary dates, title changes, etc.
Compensation and Benefits
~Conducting analyses of compensation and benefit programs, including participation in salary surveys, in order to evaluate internal equity, external competitiveness, and legal compliance with the organization's compensation and benefit practices for both union and nonunion staff
~Making recommendations regarding salary grades or market rates for specific jobs
~Overseeing the administration of all benefits including health, disability, voluntary benefits, workman's comp, etc.
~Overseeing the management of all tax-deferred pension and retirement plans
Team Management
~Motivating and leading a high performance team, serving as
advisor, mentor and coach for HR team members
~Managing HR planning, budgeting, staffing and staff mentoring, resourcing and evaluation
~Assessing HR staffing and skills, designing a departmental structure and work systems, building budgets and identifying resources that maximize HR's support of the overall organization
Administration
~Building and managing relationships with all external HR partners and organizational development (OD) consultant relationships
~Evaluating and developing procedures and technology, working closely with the CIO to improve efficiency and compliance within HR
~Overseeing design and implementation of AJC's HRIS system
~Administering AJC's policy and procedures manual, ensuring that all practices are followed in accordance with the organization's goals and objectives and all policies are updated as necessary to comply with state and federal laws as well as for regional offices
~Supervising all international HR processes, protocols, policies and procedures, working with local office staff and in-country lawyers and accountants/auditors to ensure AJC is up to date and in compliance with local country labor laws and other staff requirements
~Working with the COO and CFO, to negotiate with, and manage, relations with two staff unions
~Overseeing maintenance of personnel/medical files, including full-time, part-time, consultant, temporary and terminated staff members ensuring they comply with all NY State regulations
~Maintaining knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation and insuring Agency's compliance
Professional Qualifications and Personal Attributes:
~Bachelor degree required; Masters degree preferred
~At least ten years professional management experience in the human resources field
~Excellent written and verbal communication skills
~Ability to bring immediate credibility to the HR function through his/her professional qualifications and leadership skills as well as to project the highest levels of integrity
~Ability to work with diverse organizational leadership to build consensus around HR strategies and tactics
~A collaborative approach to working with internal and external colleagues to maximize the effectiveness of projects and programs; a team player
~Ability to make tough decisions and follow through on agreed
upon initiatives, work collaboratively, yet firmly when needed
~Outstanding organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and changing environment
~Excellent project management skills, ability to manage data and develop, implement and oversee budget
~A demonstrated commitment to high ethical standard and values
~Passion for the mission of AJC
~Extensive knowledge of principles and best practices of management, supervision and administration
~Knowledge of local, state and federal laws, regulations, policies and practices governing HR and affirmative action, and familiarity with global labor laws
~Knowledge of, and experience applying, modern principles and best practices of HR including compensation, classification, benefits, training, employment, testing and selection
~Extensive knowledge of HR program software
Compensation for the HR Director includes a competitive salary,
employee and health benefits.
To apply send resumes and cover letters to: hr@ajc.org Deadline of applications is: July 15, 2011 AJC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

5/25/11  New York  Annual Fund Director  (Hebrew Union College~ Jewish Institute of Religion)  The Annual Fund Director has a convincing track record of developing and implementing an effective, comprehensive annual giving program. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Institutional Advancement and partnering with the advancement staff, this position develops and implements the annual fund strategies and programs that include the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of annual gifts from Governors, overseers, alumni, parents, and friends, including personal solicitations, telemarketing, and direct mail. An experienced and motivated Annual Fund Director with strong strategic and tactical management skills and a commitment to our mission will help Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion grow its unrestricted income. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: • Develops and implements a strategic action plan with objectives, timelines and assessment components for the Annual Fund program including identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of constituents. • Creates and implements annual giving recognition societies as part of an overall Annual Fund stewardship initiative. • Coordinates the implementation of an annual giving strategy with the Alumni Engagement Director. • Manages and implements the class gift effort including a strategic plan of action and identifying, recruiting, training and soliciting alumni volunteers and class members; solicits leadership gifts, sets goals for each class, and works in coordination with the Alumni Engagement Office. • Develops direct mail appeals and activities and events associated with recognition societies for the Annual Fund. • Works closely with directors of development and other departmental directors to ensure coordination with their respective fundraising efforts. • Uses Raisers Edge database and report writing software to retrieve data. Performs comprehensive analysis and reporting related to all aspects of the annual fund program. Uses statistics to evaluate current Annual Fund programs and to make recommendations for program changes. • Assists the Coordinator of Donor Information Services and Coordinator of Prospect Research in developing computerized systems and records that provide proper documentation and tracking of Annual Fund operations. • Ensures open communication with gift officers regarding contact of potential donors. • Coordinates the acknowledgment and recognition of all Annual Fund gifts, including the annual report to donors. • Develops and implements a plan of reporting of Annual Fund progress. • Represents Annual Fund issues and promotes community awareness and support for the Annual Fund program.
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor's degree and at least three to five years of successful annual fund management experience. • Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices associated with fundraising in higher education including direct mail, telephone solicitations, reunion giving and donor relations. • Mature management and communication skills, the ability to shepherd a targeted effort within a larger and more complex department, and the operational skills that ensure tactical project management. • Strong computer and analytical skills are required along with excellent writing skills. • A results-oriented individual who demonstrates the ability to work well with people at all levels of an organization, warmly develops relationships with diverse constituencies, and simultaneously employs keen judgment has the best opportunity for success. • Strong, collaborative, energetic individual with seasoned fundraising skills. REPORTS TO: ASSISTANT VICE PRESIDENT FOR INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT
To apply:  Please send cover letter and resume to swinters@huc.edu.

4/5/11  New York  Director of Grants and Sponsorships
Scope: The Director of Grants and Sponsorships is a member of The Jewish Museum’s Institutional Giving Department, which is responsible for foundation, corporate, and government funding as well as all restricted project funding. The position reports to the Director of Program Advancement, Institutional Giving and will have a diverse portfolio that includes restricted corporate funding (exhibition sponsorship, education, etc.) and government grants and appropriations. In this capacity, she/he will develop corporate exhibition sponsorship proposals, as well as proposals for restricted corporate support and grant reports, and will cultivate and steward those relationships. She/he will write and oversee funding requests and reporting to the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA) and the New York Council on the Arts (NYSCA), and other government funding agencies as needed. She/he will also oversee relationships with local and state elected officials, and will manage proposals and reporting on governmental appropriations, primarily at the local and state levels. The Director of Grants and Sponsorships will supervise the work of 3 staff members in the development, curatorial, finance, and administrative staff; with staff at corporations; with government officials; and with trustees and other volunteers.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
Corporate Grants and Sponsorships:
• Identify prospects for restricted corporate gifts (with help of Museum trustees), write sponsorship proposals and reports; cultivate and steward the institution’s relationships with corporate sponsors.
Government Grants and Appropriations
• Write proposals and reports for annual NYSCA and DCA funding applications
• Identify governmental appropriations opportunities
• Manage grant proposals for and reporting on state and local governmental appropriations.
• Serve as liaison with elected officials on grantmaking activities.
Management
• Supervise three staff members in the Institutional Giving Department: Senior Grants Officer, Assistant Manager, and Manager, Development Records and Research.
Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:
• Represent the Museum and participate in development-related special events, entailing some evening and weekend hours.
Qualifications:
Minimum B.A./B.S. degree. Minimum of 5 years development experience, preferably in an art museum or related field. Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills; highly organized, able to prioritize tasks and work independently; excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Adobe Professional, and Raiser's Edge). Ability to take initiative, think critically and creatively, work independently under the pressure of deadlines, and work as a part of a team. Must exhibit excellent judgement and tact with both internal and external contacts. Compensation, which includes a generous benefits package, is commensurate with experience.
To Apply: Send Resume with Cover Letter and Salary Requirement To: Director of Human Resources, The Jewish Museum, 1109 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10128  Fax: 212-423-3232 Email: Jobs@TheJM.org The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

4/5/11  New York Director of Social Work Professional Development and Online Education  
Touro College Graduate School of Social Work is seeking a Director of Social Work Professional Development and Online Education. This is an excellent job for a PH.D. in Social Work. Position begins May, 2011.
Please send a cover letter with salary expectations and your resume to: recruit.hr@touro.edu. The subject line of your email should read: "Director of Social Work Professional Development and Online Education"  

3/23/11  New York Director of Individual Major Giving 
Description : The Director of Individual Major Giving for the American Friends of Beit Issie Shapiro (AFOBIS) is responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of nationwide individual prospects and donors. The successful candidate will show demonstrated ability in prospect identification, cultivation and solicitation of six and seven figure gifts, as well as superior written and verbal communication skills.  The Director of Individual Major Giving is formally accountable to, and will report to the AFOBIS board of directors. Professionally, s/he is also accountable to Beit Issie Shapiro's Director of International Resource Development in Israel, who will provide supervision and guidance.
Responsibilities:
a) Develop and execute a nationwide strategy for the national organization and regional markets that will create a predictable source of major donor funding year over year.
b) Work with the members of Development Director to increase the donations of current donors and recruit new major donors.
c) Implement “Moves Management” plans for the cultivation and solicitation of major individual prospects. Including:
• Maintaining a portfolio of assigned major prospects.
• Identifying, through prospect research and recommendations from others, potential new major donors and prepare plans to solicit.
• Implementing stewardship strategies to increase donor retention.
d) Work with the marketing/communications team in Israel to create and implement donor communications
calendar and communications media for the year to help advance goals for individual fundraising.
e) Create reports to track effectiveness of stewardship strategies, and donor retention rates. Use reports to inform goals and strategies for stewardship and retention.
f) Oversee pledge collection for national individual donors.
g) Ensure proper individual donor recognition in publications and annual report.the National and Regional Volunteer Boards and Committees, and with the International Resource
Qualifications:
• High energy, entrepreneurial approach to fundraising
• High interpersonal and communication skills and sensibilities
• Perseverance, even in the face of rejection
• Experience in building new major donor programs
• Experience in face-to-face solicitation of gifts $50,000 and over
• Outstanding relationship-building skills both with funders and across departments of an organization.
• Experience working with high level volunteers on key fundraising activities.
• Ability to meet ambitious goals in a fast-paced environment of minimal infrastructure.
• Ability to conduct strategic planning for the long term funding goals of the organization and the creation of a yearly fundraising plan for high net worth individuals
• Experience in developing budget forecasts and financial reports relating to development activities from individual donors
• Superior ability to keep on top of multiple diverse projects at the same time.
• A passion for Beit Issie Shapiro's mission and the ability to learn quickly about our program.
Recommendations will be required.
Position is National; Interstate travel is required as needed and may be extensive.
To Apply: Please e-mail resume and cover letter with salary requirements to: afobisjob@gmail.com  
Only relevant applicants will be contacted.

3/11/11 New York  Manager of Donor Information Services JDC
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
~Ensure the integrity and accuracy of Resource Development operations and infrastructure
 ~Database management, reconciliation of contributed revenue with the Finance Department and reporting fundraising progress
~Generate reports for the Resource Development team and Finance Department
~Database management including training users, being a resource to all staff for database, keeping current on database issues and upgrades, and interfacing with IT when upgrades are needed, ensuring that system is effective and current
~Manage the process and workflow for timely and accurate recording, receipting and acknowledging of gift, pledge, payment and bequest transactions.
~Assure that all corresponding links (affiliations, family relationships, corporations, foundations, organizations, committees) and activity in the database are recorded, updated and maintained as gifts are processed
 QUALIFICATIONS & KEY COMPETENCIES
 ~BA/BS Information Management, Finance, Economics or related field ~3+ years comprehensive donor database management experience with knowledge of applications and software, current resource development practices and integration with Finance Department/charts of accounts is required
~MS Office, web and Crystal Reports competency
 ~Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
 ~Superior analytical, customer service and organizational skills
~Excellent written and verbal communication skills
 ~Demonstrated ability to work with business leaders, donors, board members, vendors as well as staff at all levels of JDC while maintaining donor confidentiality
To Apply:  Please send cover letter and resume to Humanresources@jdc.org.

3/11/11  New York Program and Planning Specialist (JDC)
Responsibilities:
Support development of annual global, regional, and country plans and budgets
Serve as point of contact and expert on specific JDC geographic regions
Complete specific research and organizational development projects that relate to
identified issues or challenges, as defined by COO
Produce materials and be the point person on JDC's global program for Board Committees and NY staff
Participate in monitoring JDC programmatic activities in all regions and identify areas where action/follow up
is needed by headquarters Prepare programmatic priorities and validated unfunded needs, interfacing with field and update
Resource Development staff on programmatic priorities Review
Marketing and Communications documents for program accuracy and political sensitivities
Manage the development and process for creating JDC's annual Program and Budget Book Prepare programmatic position papers for other agencies
Public speaking on behalf of JDC, as assigned
Requirements:
Academic degree in Public Administration, International Affairs, Jewish Communal Service or related field. Master's Degree preferred Minimum 2 (two) years of continuous professional experience in international community organization, planning, programming, research and evaluation
Highly effective analytical, organizational and communication skills
Proven ability to multi-task and meet deadlines Experience working with lay leadership and international field staff
To Apply:  Please send cover letter and resume to humanresources@jdc.org.

3/11/11  New York  Board Relations Regional Specialist – Former Soviet Union
A. OVERALL FUNCTION Responsible for staffing area committees, working with committee chairs and co-chairs, ongoing Board education and outreach activities, managing Board missions and facilitating visits from field professionals to the US. Staff missions and visits (non-Board) and do public speaking on behalf of JDC.
B. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Develop knowledge of field programs in the relevant region/countries and an understanding of program plan and budget.
2. Manage ongoing communication with lay leadership through dissemination of information relating to program, budget and general issues facing the Jewish community in the FSU.
3. Prepare for and staff area committee meetings, including contact with lay leaders, preparation of materials, agenda and follow-up.
4. Plan and implement Board missions and VIP visits to the region.
5. Develop new opportunities to engage
leadership and committee members.
6. Interface with the Marketing and Communications Department, Planning and Budget Department and
Resource Development team regarding interaction with field operations to assure effective information sharing and an efficient work flow.
7. Prepare and develop program for annual Leadershiptrip to Washington D.C.
8. Maintain relationships and brief appropriate State department and congressional staff regarding FSU
developments.
9. Provide briefings on JDC's activities in the FSU.
10. Develop study trips and visits for FSU staff professionals.
C. REQUIREMENTS
1. Academic degree in related field, MA/MS a plus.
2. Knowledge of international and Jewish affairs, culture, traditions and history
3. Significant professional experience in board outreach, education and engagement
4. Strong demonstrated service orientation within a community organization
5. Outstanding interpersonal skills
6. Excellent written and oral communication skills
7. Ability to work well in a team environment
8. Knowledge of FSU preferred
To Apply:  Please send cover letter and resume to humanresources@jdc.org .

3/11/11 New York Development Officer American Jewish World Service (AJWS), an international development organization, is committed to alleviating poverty, illiteracy and disease throughout Africa, Asia and the Americas. AJWS believes that empowering individuals and communities regardless of race, religion, or nationality advances human dignity and transforms the world for the better. This vision is realized through four interdependent approaches: strategic grant-making, volunteer service to hundreds of overseas project partners, and education and advocacy within the American Jewish community. For more information about AJWS, visit our website at: www.ajws.org.
Job Description and Responsibilities
AJWS is seeking an experienced development professional to help identify high net worth prospects, increase the giving of current individual donors and broaden AJWS's base of support in the regions assigned to him/her. The Development Officer will be an integral member of the major gifts team, reporting to the Associate Director of Development.
The Development Officer will be responsible for:
~Developing a system for identifying prospective donors and implementing a plan to transition them into donors.
~Planning, coordinating, designing and implementing strategies for the cultivation and stewardship of $1,000+ gifts in his/her regional areas.
~Managing a portfolio of individual donors.
~Soliciting $1,000+ gifts in person or on the telephone.
~Planning and executing special events for AJWS $1,000+ donors and prospects.
~Planning, coordinating and staffing fundraising trips for AJWS President, Ruth Messinger.
~Collaborating with AJWS Board members and senior staff to cultivate and solicit individual donors.
Qualifications:
~3-5 years minimum relevant work experience
~B.A. or graduate degree
~Strong commitment to the mission of AJWS
~Knowledge of the economic, political and social issues facing countries in the developing world; international grassroots development experience a plus
~Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
~Superior professional presentation and interpersonal skills
~Familiarity with the basic tenets of fundraising and the workings of a major gifts operation.
~Computer literacy: Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook. Spreadsheet and database knowledge (e.g. Raiser's Edge) a plus
~Familiarity with the American Jewish communal world a plus
~Highly organized, detail-oriented and self-motivated
~Reputation for energy, initiative, intellect, flexibility and talent as a team player
~Ability to balance big-picture thinking with attention to detail
To Apply: For immediate consideration, please forward your resume and cover letter to opportunities@ajws.org and indicate your name and "Development Officer" in the subject line. We thank you for your interest in career opportunities with AJWS. Due to high volume, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. AJWS is an equal opportunity employer and provides competitive
salaries and benefits.

3/10/11  New York  Chief Financial Officer, Jewish Child Care Association (jccany.org) BACKGROUND:  Established in 1822, The Jewish Child Care Association (JCCA), originally founded in the Jewish tradition of tikkun olam—the responsibility of every person to make the world a better place—is today a $90 million not-for-profit comprehensive multicultural human service agency with a long track record of providing compassionate, quality services to meet the needs of New York’s vulnerable children and families of all religious, ethnic and racial backgrounds. Accredited by the Council on Accreditation for Families and Children, JCCA achieves its mission through programs and services that reach more than 16,000 people in New York City, Westchester County and Long Island. Programs include group and family day care; mental health and prevention; education; residential diagnostic center; foster homes; group homes and residential services for children and adolescents; independent living skills training; adoption programs; and services to the Jewish community. The agency has a reputation for anticipating and addressing both existing and emerging needs and, over the past several years, has grown dramatically by adding new programs to serve even more families in need. JCCA receives the majority of its support from rate-based programs, fee for services, government and foundation contracts, and contributions from donors. For fiscal year 2011, JCCA has an operating budget of approximately $90 million. The organization’s investment portfolio has a current market value of approximately $52 million. 
PRIMARY FUNCTION:  Reporting to the CEO and working closely with senior colleagues throughout the organization, the Chief Financial Officer will provide both strategic and tactical leadership in all aspects of financial management, including planning and forecasting, budgeting, audit and control functions. The individual in this newly-created role will be highly visible and work closely with the CEO and trustees to assess and restructure the finance department to keep pace with JCCA’s current and anticipated needs. A seasoned finance executive who enjoys leading change and maximizing both resources and opportunities will thrive in this position. The CFO oversees a team of seventeen.
THE CHALLENGE: Like many human service agencies, JCCA has faced and continues to face obstacles in the current economic climate that include shifts in government regulations and reductions in funding. JCCA has implemented necessary adjustments in programs and operations in response to these changes. The CFO will provide a new level of strategic and tactical leadership and will be a key participant in decisions about the future direction of the agency and the financial resources required to support that direction.
IDEAL Qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, advanced degree and/or CPA preferred; proven financial leadership success in a complex not-for-profit or healthcare setting; strategic planning and business forecasting skills; familiarity with multiple government funding sources and protocols; genuine interest in improving the quality of work products and customer service; commitment to working as a hands-on finance executive who oversees day-to-day finance/accounting operations; experience working effectively with board leadership; well-versed in overseeing information technology operations; managerial experience with a demonstrated ability to train, motivate and develop staff; history of leading change within a multifaceted organization; warm, engaging personal style; well-developed interpersonal and communication skills; superior organizational, time-management and follow-up skills; genuine interest in the JCCA mission.
Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience and accomplishments.  A complete position specification is available upon request.  Kindly direct all inquiries to Howe-Lewis; do not contact JCCA.  Nominations and applications will be considered in confidence and should be sent via e-mail to:JCCA@howe-lewis.com or apply online at www.howe-lewis.com/assignments.html

3/10/11 New York  Associate Director, Alumni Affairs  (Yeshiva University)
Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University (YU) has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education psychology, social work, and more. We are a leading global educational institution that employs over 4,500 people across our various campus locations -- Wilf Campus, Beren Campus, Brookdale Center, Resnick Campus in the Bronx, the Gruss Institute in Jerusalem, the Boys High School in Manhattan and
the Girls High School in Queens. From the distinguished faculty who teach here, to the dedicated staff, we work to fulfill our mission: to "bring wisdom to life" through all that we teach, by all that we do and for all those we serve. We seek to attract and retain engaged and committed individuals who contribute to an exciting working environment, where there is a sense of community and belonging, balanced with a significant cross section of people from diverse backgrounds working and studying together. The University offers an excellent compensation package, and a broad range of employee benefit plans, including immediate participation and full vesting in the University's retirement plan. Staff members are typically eligible for four weeks paid vacation
each year. The Associate Director of Alumni Affairs is a member of a team focused on engaging the 58,000 Yeshiva University alumni across the nation and around the world. The team primarily focuses on the undergraduate population from Yeshiva College, Stern College for Women and Sy Syms School of Business. The Associate Director will assist the Director of Alumni Affairs in developing, organizing, maintaining and promoting active alumni participation in alumni activities.
* Develop and manage events to engage undergraduate alumni and others such as class reunions, professional development/networking, family-friendly, cultural, educational, sports and affinity-based programming.
* Research, develop, and implement new initiatives and programs to determine ways to engage alumni from different decades, regions, and professional backgrounds. Programs include but are not limited to volunteer networks, affinity groups and targeted alumni societies and councils.
* Plan, initiate and coordinate activities and programs for current undergraduate students and/or recent graduates.
* Partner with various University departments, offices and campus groups to market, promote and develop relevant alumni programming and initiatives.
* Coordinate the recruitment and training of volunteers in cooperation with the appropriate Alumni and Institutional Advancement staff members; provide staff support to the volunteer groups.
* Collaborate, when necessary, with Institutional Advancement colleagues and volunteers to identify, cultivate and solicit perspective donors - in particular as related to reunion and fundraiser events.
* Perform other related duties incidental to the work already described, including general alumni office work such as drafting correspondence, fielding telephone calls from alumni, updating databases, coordinating meetings, etc.
* Occasional nights and/or weekends may be necessary
Job Requirements
* Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of alumni volunteer management and event planning experience, preferably in a higher education setting are required.
* Demonstrated exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to give presentations and interact with diverse populations.
* Ability to think creatively and strategically in planning, executing and evaluating programs and events
* Knowledge of fundraising and philanthropic principles.
* Demonstrated leadership skills, creativity and the ability to work effectively with administrative and academic leadership, faculty, volunteers (alumni and parents), colleagues and students.
* Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects, meet deadlines, and develop and manage event budgets
* Proficiency in fundraising database management, as well as Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Apply Here: "http://www.Click2Apply.net/hyt4m46">http://www.Click2Apply.net/hyt4m46

3/10/11 New York  Senior Development Executive American Friends of The Hebrew University, the national fundraising organization supporting Israel's outstanding academic and research institution, seeks an experienced development professional to work in the Greater New York region, covering the five boroughs, Long Island, Westchester, New Jersey and Southern Connecticut. Based in New York City, the Senior Development Executive will report directly to the regional Executive Director. The Senior Development Executive will cultivate, solicit and steward major and principal gifts; develop programs to promote Hebrew University; plan and manage high level fundraising events and recruit lay leadership for the AFHU Board and Committees. The successful candidate will identify donors and prospects, manage a portfolio of over seventy-five donors at the $25,000 to $100,000 level, and create donor centric moves management plans. A Bachelor's Degree and minimum of seven years of successful fundraising experience, which includes significant major gifts solicitation, is required. Candidates must have outstanding volunteer recruitment and stewardship skills, excellent communication skills, computer proficiency and the ability to travel within the region. The ideal candidate is a creative self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as a team player. Familiarity with Israel-based philanthropy is a plus. This position offers the opportunity to work with a great professional team who are passionate about their work. The AFHU Greater NY Region benefits from the support of the national AFHU office, which is in the same location. AFHU offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and a beautiful work environment at One Battery Park Plaza. To apply, please e-mail your resume and salary requirements to: mdaye@afhu.org and write "Sr. Development Executive"in the e-mail subject line.

2/22/11  New York Director, Major Gifts Exceptional opportunity to play central role in expanding major
support for HIAS, the Jewish international humanitarian agency assisting refugees and immigrants. Create and implement strategies for ongoing national major gift campaign. Manage portfolio of principal gift prospects for Board members and executives. Build enduring relationships and oversee strategy, research, cultivation,
solicitation, and stewardship activities. Five to seven years experience in fundraising or other related
marketing/business required. Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, analytic and strategic thinking skills are
necessary. Proven ability to work collaboratively with Board members and agency staff at all levels should be demonstrated in previous experiences. Excellent attention to detail and deadlines required; knowledge and experience with Jewish philanthropy preferred. Agency offers competitive salary and benefits.
To Apply: E-mail (preferred) resume w/ cover letter indicating salary history/requirements to "mailto:dev.positions@hias.org">dev.positions@hias.org or
address HIAS, Inc., HR Dept., FAX (212) 967-4383 or send to 333 7th Ave., NYC 10001. EOE M/F/D/V.

2/22/11 New York Director of Development, The Forward Association
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: The Forward Association publishes America's most influential Jewish newspapers and websites. The prize-winning Forward weekly, now in its 21st year, its web site forward.com, the Yiddish-language Forverts, now in its 114th year, and its website, yiddish.forward.com, are known for the most incisive and best written report of the Jewish story in America today. Although we have always been a not-for-profit organization, the Forward Association recently reorganized as an IRS 501(c)3 organization,
making it possible to solicit and receive tax-deductible contributions. We seek a development professional of high character and superior ability to plan, launch and direct a development effort that will enable us to grow our capacity and quality in a fast-changing media market, while safeguarding our unmatched journalistic independence.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
The Director of Development will report to the Executive Director/Publisher and serve on the organization's senior management team.
Key responsibilities include:
~Planning, implementing, and managing all aspects of fundraising to reach goals across all sources: major gifts, foundation grants, direct mail, telemarketing, online giving, events, and planned giving.
~Working closely with the Executive Director/Publisher, the Development Committee and the Board of the Forward Association on cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of the Forward's largest donors and donor prospects.
~Supervising special events planning and execution, managing the donor database as well as all necessary internal fundraising operations, and participating in public relations and marketing initiatives on behalf of the Forward Association.
~Supervising the development manager and student interns
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:
~Accomplished fundraiser, with at least 5 years experience at mid-
to senior level and success in closing major gifts.
~Superior oral and written communication skills.
~Program budgeting experience.
~Volunteer management experience.
~Understanding of legal and operational aspects of development.
~Branding and marketing expertise.
~Familiarity with Jewish communal and philanthropic activity.
~Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
COMPENSATION: Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience, and excellent benefits.
To apply: E-mail all inquiries and resumes to search@forward.com. No phone
calls please. References will be required. THE FORWARD ASSOCIATION, INC., IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYER

2/22/11  New York Annual Campaign Director The Educational Alliance is seeking an Annual Campaign Director. The Educational Alliance is a community-based organization offering a wide range of programs that integrate education, social services, arts and recreation throughout Downtown Manhattan. We are a Jewish organization, serving people of diverse ethnic, religious and socio-economic backgrounds who live, work and learn in our neighborhoods. We strive to nourish the total person, strengthen family connections and build inclusive communities. The Educational Alliance's $2.5 Million Annual Campaign is critical to the fundraising efforts of the agency. Our goal is to significantly increase the funds raised through this campaign over the next several years. Funds are raised through our Trustee Annual Campaign, our Annual Gala, and other individual contributions.
Position Description: As a senior member of our Financial Resource Development Team, the Annual Campaign Director will take charge of our annual fundraising campaign. This is an opportunity for an individual with major fundraising experience to utilize his or her interpersonal skills, creativity, and a proven track record of well-honed skills in developing long-term donor cultivation and solicitation strategies to support and sustain a 121-year-old establishment that has served hundreds of thousands of community members and continues to innovate and strive for excellence in all of its endeavors. The Annual Campaign Director will create and carry out a campaign plan; manage major gifts, fundraising, and our Annual Gala event; and supervise our fundraising team, which is responsible for communications and partnership efforts with individual and corporate donors and prospects via direct mail, telemarketing, social media, and volunteerism opportunities. Reporting to the Senior Vice President for Financial Resource Development, the Annual Campaign Director will identify, research, cultivate and solicit major donors; develop strategies for broadening our base of donors at all levels; compile special proposals for targeted donors and family foundations, and develop a communications plan to update our donors on the impact of their contributions.
Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree & progressively responsible fundraising experience including major gifts, event management, and community based campaigning. Outstanding written and oral communication skills; proven success as a professional fund raiser. Commitment to and understanding of the Educational Alliance mission, values, goals and role in the community. Ability to multitask and handle challenging situations in a professional, courteous and friendly manner. Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information. Willingness to work as part of a team and show initiative and resourcefulness. Must be able to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends.
Please apply at: "https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=556017">https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=556017

 The Educational Alliance is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate because of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, or sexual orientation. Accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals requiring them. To learn more about us, please visit: "http://www.edalliance.org">http://www.edalliance.org

2/22/11 New York Development Professional II (major gifts/planned giving) National Jewish Health in Denver, a 112 year old medical center that is a world leader in research and treatment of respiratory, immune and allergic disorders, is seeking a highly motivated fundraiser for its New York regional office located in Manhattan, NY. Duties include: identifying, cultivating (building relationships) and soliciting donors/prospects toward major gift, planned gift, and annual fund commitments. In addition, participating in the planning and execution of donor cultivation events is essential.
Knowledge and Skills: Incumbent must have exceptional oral and written communication proficiency; excellent presentation skills attention to detail and ability to multi-task; possess strong organizational skills. Ability to persuade and sell; capacity to establish and maintain constructive business relationships with internal and external customers while maintaining integrity and confidentiality.
Certification and Licensure:  None
Education: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communication, or Liberal Arts required.
Work Experience: A minimum of three (3) years recent and related experience in Development marketing, public relations or other related experience.
- or - Any equivalent combination of Education and/or Experience
A cornerstone in the Denver healthcare community, National Jewish Health is a non-profit, non-sectarian institution. National Jewish Health is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vet/Tobacco Free Campus.
Benefits: National Jewish offers a complete benefits package to eligible employees including: Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage; 403(b) Retirement Plan; Flexible Spending Accounts; Life Insurance; Long-Term Disability Coverage; Long-Term Care Coverage; Employee Assistance Program; Tuition Reimbursement (after 6 months of employment); Legal Plan; Free Parking
For consideration, please complete an application online in its entirety at "http://www.njccareers.org">http://www.njccareers.org
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2/22/11 New York Development Professional III (major gifts/planned giving) National Jewish Health in Denver, a 112 year old medical center that is a world leader in research and treatment of respiratory, immune and allergic disorders, is seeking a highly motivated fundraiser for its New York regional office located in Manhattan, NY. Duties include: identifying, cultivating (building relationships) and soliciting donors/prospects toward major gift, planned gift, and annual fund commitments. In addition, participating in the planning and execution of donor cultivation events is essential.
Knowledge and Skills: Incumbent must have exceptional oral and written communication proficiency; excellent presentation skills attention to detail and ability to multi-task; possess strong organizational skills. Ability to persuade and sell; capacity to establish and maintain constructive business relationships with internal and external customers while maintaining integrity and confidentiality.
Certification and Licensure:  None
Education: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communication, or Liberal Arts required.
Work Experience: A minimum of three (3) years recent and related experience in Development marketing, public relations or other related experience.
- or - Any equivalent combination of Education and/or Experience
A cornerstone in the Denver healthcare community, National Jewish Health is a non-profit, non-sectarian institution. National Jewish Health is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vet/Tobacco Free Campus.
Benefits: National Jewish offers a complete benefits package to eligible employees including: Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage; 403(b) Retirement Plan; Flexible Spending Accounts; Life Insurance; Long-Term Disability Coverage; Long-Term Care Coverage; Employee Assistance Program; Tuition Reimbursement (after 6 months of employment); Legal Plan; Free Parking
For consideration, please complete an application online in its entirety at "http://www.njccareers.org">http://www.njccareers.org
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Pennsylvania

6/7/11  University Park  Development Officer  Penn State Hillel seeks a dynamic, creative and self-motivated individual to lead the organization's development efforts as Development Officer. The Development Officer ensures that Penn State Hillel develops the financial resources necessary to sustain and expand ongoing operations. Working closely with the Executive Director, volunteer leadership and the Penn State Division of Development and Alumni Relations, the Development Officer must have an entrepreneurial spirit and be capable of working both independently and as part of a team. The Development Officer reports to Penn State Hillel's Executive Director and has a close working relationship with Penn State's Associate Vice President for Development. This is an unparalleled opportunity to work with both Penn State Hillel and the Pennsylvania State University Division of Development and Alumni Relations.
About Penn State Hillel: Penn State Hillel is a dynamic and innovative Jewish student organization, whose mission is to enrich the lives of the 6,000 Jewish students at Penn State so that they may enrich the Jewish people and the world. In pursuit of this mission, Penn State Hillel is committed to creating a pluralistic, welcoming and inclusive environment; to helping Jewish students find a balance between being "distinctively Jewish" and "universally human"; to challenging students to grow both as leaders and as individuals; and to excellence, innovation, accountability and results. Penn State Hillel is entering the fourth year of a growth phase that will transform Penn State Hillel into one of the premiere centers for Jewish student life in the country.  In February 2010, Hillel International honored Penn State Hillel with its Great Place to Work Award, given to one Hillel out of the more than 500 worldwide that best exemplifies leadership in staff culture and professional development. Penn State Hillel was the sole recipient of Penn State's Spiritual Leadership Award in 2009 and 2010, recognizing Penn State Hillel as the outstanding religious student organization on campus. Additionally, in awarding Penn State Hillel with the Outstanding Collaborative Program of the Year Award, Penn State acknowledged the important role Penn State Hillel plays in promoting understanding and collaboration on campus.
Community Overview:  Penn State Hillel is located in State College, PA, on the beautiful campus of the Pennsylvania State University. Kiplinger's Personal Finance lists State College as #19 on its list of 50 Smart Places to Live. Sperling's Best Places research group has ranked State College the No.1 safest small city in America, and State College is one of RelocateAmerica's Top 100 Places to Live. Forbes listed State College among the top 10 smaller metro areas in which to start a career or business.  In 2010, The Wall Street Journal ranked Penn State as the No. 1 school in the country among recruiters for leading companies, nonprofits and government agencies. Penn State was ranked 7th in Washington Monthly's 2009 national college rankings, was #3 on its list of Top 100 Best U.S. College and University Programs, and is included on Newsweek's list of the 50 Top Global Universities. In 2005, the NASDAQ rated Penn State University as the Best Center for Entrepreneurship in the United States. Penn State features THON-the largest student-run philanthropy in the world-which raised $9.2 Million in 2011, and has the second highest application rate to Teach for America.
Responsibilities:
*Communicate Penn State Hillel's vision to key constituencies, including alumni, donors at all levels, parents, Penn State administration, and lay leaders
*Manage and grow annual campaign and provide support for capital campaign.
*Cultivate and research prospective donors (individuals,
foundations, and corporations) and develop strategies to reach parents and alumni
*Provide ongoing stewardship to existing donors to enhance the relationship between Penn State Hillel and strategic partners
*Produce development materials including newsletters, giving opportunities, etc.
*Coordinate stewardship of donors, including face-to-face solicitation
*Maintain an average of 12 donor visits per month
*Coordinate telemarketing programs, direct mail appeals and e-campaigns, grant proposals and reports, and cultivation and fundraising events
*Provide leadership in marketing, public relations and promotional activities
*Participate in all relevant Penn State Division of Development and Alumni Relations trainings, meetings and protocols
*Interface with Hillel's Schusterman International Center, Jewish Federations, foundations and other Hillels, and other organizations as needed
*Staff Board Development Committee and work with the Executive Director to create board development strategy
*Occasional program responsibilities as part of the Hillel staff, and other duties as assigned
Qualifications:This position requires the ability to passionately represent our mission, to build strong relationships with donors, to take initiative and think creatively, and to maintain the confidentiality of privileged and sensitive information. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3-5 years of fundraising experience, and knowledge and appreciation of the Jewish tradition. Prior professional experience in face-to-face solicitation, board development, grant writing, volunteer relations and marketing is required. Familiarity with DonorPerfect, database management, gift processing, special event planning and prospect research is preferred. The position requires a detail-oriented professional with excellent communication (verbal and written) and computer skills, the ability to manage multiple projects, and a sense of humor. Monthly travel required. Penn State Hillel offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
Apply now or Save this job by visiting: http://philanthropy.com/jobs/0000682101-01 
Website: http://www.pennstatehillel.org

Rhode Island

12/27/10  Providence, Rhode Island President and CEO The Jewish Alliance of Rhode Island (Alliance), a newly unified entity bringing together the missions, administration and programs of the Jewish Federation of Rhode Island (JFRI), the Jewish Community Center of Rhode Island (JCCRI) and the Bureau of Jewish Education of Rhode Island (BJERI), is seeking a founding President and CEO. To be officially established in January of 2011, the Alliance is the culmination of years of visionary, strategic work designed to create a Jewish community that is stronger, more vibrant, inclusive and engaged now and for the foreseeable future. Organizational integration will result in one focused entity, harnessing the intellect, energy, and resources of the community to create a new model for effective organizational management, prioritization, and service delivery. In addition to improved service delivery, it is expected that the Alliance will be more sustainable in an environment of intense competition for shrinking philanthropic resources. The new President and CEO will need to build a nimble organization that can anticipate and respond to changing community needs and priorities and promote a sense of shared purpose. S/he will need to be both a persuasive spokesperson for the organization and a skilled manager, and be able to juggle these internal and external roles effectively. He or she must be able to ensure that the Alliance provides both excellent service delivery to its constituents as well as innovative, proactive leadership in the Rhode Island Jewish community more broadly. The Alliance seeks a leader with the passion, drive, experience and persuasiveness to bring this new vision for the community to life. The new President and CEO should possess a broad range of skills and abilities including strategic leadership, innovative thinking, strong management skills, business acumen, experience designing creative partnerships, and talent and appetite for fund raising. Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, has been engaged to assist with this important recruitment. Inquiries, nominations and applications, including a resume and cover letter should be directed in confidence to the firm as indicated below: Stephanie Fidel, Managing Associate Isaacson, Miller, 263 Summer Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02210 Phone: 617-933-1806 4160@imsearch.com or Nanette M. Blandin, Consulting Associate, Isaacson, Miller 1875 Connecticut Ave. NW, Suite 710, Washington, DC 20009 Phone: 202-723-7717 The Alliance is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity

5/5/11  Dallas  Executive Director  Background: Congregation Shearith Israel is the largest Conservative Synagogue in Dallas Texas, with a membership of 1300 families. Established in 1884, the Synagogue conducts services and holds religious school classes and events at two locations, with the main campus in north Dallas. More than 60,000 Jews live in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, and the vibrant Jewish community is home to multiple Jewish day schools, synagogues, institutions of Jewish learning, a large Jewish Community Center, and an active Jewish Federation. 
 Position Overview: Congregation Shearith Israel seeks an Executive Director who will be responsible for the management and supervision of our synagogue’s day-to-day operations as well as planning, fundraising and budgeting.  We are searching for a highly skilled, intelligent, innovative and enthusiastic individual to work with our Board of Directors, our Rabbis, Cantor and congregants to continue to build a dynamic, growing, Hamish congregation. The Executive Director will participate in the strategic visioning and development of our synagogue and play a critical role in ensuring our prosperity for generations to come. Applicants must be familiar with Jewish customs and life cycle events. Participation in all activities of the synagogue is essential. Good people skills and the ability to communicate sensitively and appropriately with congregants and the community are required for this position. Supervisory and financial management experience of 5 years preferred. Applicants must be computer proficient in areas of document creation and financial spreadsheets and knowledgeable in areas of website management and social media. Experience with nonprofit fundraising and management software is a plus.
Position Duties:
I. ADMINISTRATIVE
Development implementation and management of $3.5 million annual budget
Responsible for collection, cash fund management and all areas that affect the synagogue’s ability to meet its financial goals
Responsible for management issues and the creation of management processes, such as personnel codes, membership and special function policies
Execution of short term planning and development of the strategies and processes to ensure the synagogue meets its planning objectives as set by the Board of Directors
Oversee all usages of the building, including calendaring, maintenance, facility rentals and conflict resolution
Engage, supervise and manage the operations staff, including but not limited to, support staff, maintenance and kitchen staff and the financial services staff
Development of staff, including coordinating staff meetings, training, communication and personnel evaluations Vendor Relations 
Cemetery Oversight 
II. DEVELOPMENT
Responsible for the creation, implantation and management of the fundraising activities as well as solicitation of major gifts
Manage and lead major fund-raising initiative
III. MEMBERSHIP VISION AND OUTREACH
Collaborate with the senior leadership, officers, executive committee and Board of Directors regarding program initiatives, forward planning and development
Responsible for execution of long-range plans as developed by Board of Directors
IV. LAY LEADERSHIP
Work with the Officers and Board to create a network of lay leadership
Responsible for Committee relations and oversight
Responsible for development and oversight of Board and lay leadership training
Work in partnership with the senior leadership to maintain a warm, dedicated environment for its members and staff, so that program and human relations objectives are met
Problem-solve and communicate well with staff, members and the larger community
Commitment to Conservative Judaism in general and the synagogue in particular
To apply: Please submit resumes to: CSIEDSEARCH@GMAIL.COM
Please consult web site: www.Shearith.org for further information.

Washington D.C

6/2/11  Washington, D.C.  Director, Development Operations in Washington, D.C.   The Israel Project (TIP) is a non-profit educational organization that provides factual information about Israel and the Middle East to the press, policy-makers and the public.  TIP maintains offices in both Washington, DC and in Jerusalem, Israel.  Director of Development Operations The Director of Development Operations will report directly to TIP’s President and Founder. S/he will also work closely with TIP’s Chief Operating Officer and Board of Directors. 1) Manage the Development team and contractors/ consultants in implementing TIP’s comprehensive, global, short- and long-range development strategy, with a primary focus on the solicitation process for high-end ($20K plus) individual donors and foundations. 2) Facilitate major gift cultivation, solicitations and follow up either independently or in conjunction with TIP’s President, members of TIP’s Senior Management Team and Board members. This position is NOT responsible for seeking direct solicitations. The Director of Development Operations is responsible for managing the Development Department’s back-office operation and facilitating the fundraising efforts of the members of Senior Management Team and Board members who do their own soliticitations. Excellent attention to detail and strong day-to-day managerial experience are required. Lead and supervise the Development Team including: Grant Writer Development Events-Logistics Coordinators Special Advisor to the President – Scheduler Donor Database Management Coordinator Donor Database Specialist Development Assistant Development Consultants (as needed) Development Volunteers • Prepare, monitor and manage the Development Department’s annual operating budget. • Provide guidance and oversee planning for receptions and participation in annual AIPAC, JFN and GA meetings. • Provide guidance and planning for annual year-end direct mail, thank-a-thon and email appeals. • Provide input and support to the creation of 3-4 donor newsletters per year. • Provide input and support to the creation and distribution of email appeals throughout the year. Oversight of Major Gift Cultivation Program • Implementation of a short- and long-range global fundraising strategy for all levels of giving. • Enhance and maintain a close working relationship with the philanthropic community, TIP Board members and other pro-Israel related organizations throughout the United States. • Support fundraising efforts by TIP senior program managers and Board members in personally cultivating high-end donors.
Requirements:
It is essential that the Director of Development Operations possess a commitment to Israel and Israel’s long-term security. The successful candidate: • must possess experience implementing and managing a complex strategic development program; • must possess a reputation for personal and professional integrity is required; familiarity; • must have some experience with funding communities nationwide or similar relevant experience; • must possess the ability to coordinate and oversee multiple projects simultaneously is essential. • must possess excellent management experience and communication skills. The ability to track donors and the soliticiation process is critical as is the ability to develop and track performance metrics and outcomes of TIP’s progress in reaching the goals that donors are funding. • must possess strong interpersonal skills, the ability to build teamwork and motivate a wide variety of individuals and stakeholders are key requirements, as is a sense of urgency and the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
Required Education: 4 Year Degree
NOTES: Local Residents Preferred (No Relo).
Additional Salary Information: Compensation negotiable
To Apply:  please send cover letter, resume and salary history to jobs@theisraelproject.org. No telephone calls, please

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