Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans
Chief Development Officer
Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123
Overview
Job Title : Chief Development Officer Location : In-Office, New Orleans, Louisiana Reports to : Chief Executive Officer Summary/objective : The Chief Development Officer of the Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans (Federation) will be responsible for developing and overseeing the execution of a high-level strategic plan for fundraising. The Chief Development Officer will oversee and drive the entire Financial Resource Development (FRD) for the organization and will lead the effort to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward the annual campaign, major donors, planned giving, sponsorships and grant writing.
Responsibilities
Expand on our track record of fundraising success
Find creative avenues for growth
Have a passion for both fundraising and stewardship, matched by extensive knowledge of these respective crafts
Reimagine Federation’s philanthropic capabilities and infrastructure, with a focus on end-to-end, donor-centric solutions
Work closely with the CEO and COO to execute a clear vision and strategy
Oversee sponsorship and grant opportunities, as well as legacy and supplemental giving opportunities
Match our members of the New Orleans Jewish community to their philanthropic passions
Articulate confidently the Federation’s mission and vision
Demonstrate fundraising leadership with a track record in development planning and major portfolio management
Develop and execute a long-range strategy for increasing private philanthropic support and meet annual financial targets
Identify, cultivate, solicit, steward, and secure charitable funds in New Orleans’ Jewish community
Collaborate with staff to foster a culture of mission, excellence, collaboration, respect, performance measurement, and accountability
Build productive relationships and alliances with internal and external stakeholders
Engage, motivate, and thank donors and prospects; inspire confidence across constituencies
Other duties as assigned
Dealings with Board and Senior Staff Leadership
Educate and train campaign volunteer leadership, board members and staff on donor identification, cultivation and stewardship
Engage campaign volunteer leadership and board members and provide information on donor cultivation, fundraising techniques, sponsorship opportunities and planned giving tactics
Attend board and committee meetings and report on development activities as needed
Serve as an ambassador for the organization to constituents, partner organizations, and potential funders
Collaborate with partner organization JEF to coordinate planned giving strategies
Develop and provide regular financial and fundraising reports for the CEO, COO, and Board of Trustees
Strategic Philanthropy
Develop and implement an integrated Financial Resource Development (FRD) model, including major and planned giving (in collaboration with JEF)
Evaluate current event planning strategy and modernize the approach
Build replicable processes for stewarding donor prospects and matching donors to programs
Identify and implement new revenue streams with a focus on sustainable, unrestricted gifts
Enhance donor understanding of the Federation’s mission and increase investment
Lead planning and execution of fundraising and philanthropic outreach to support operations, programs, and allocations
Develop opportunities for supplemental gifts to support specific Federation programs
Cultivate new strategies to broaden and deepen engagement of the next generation of Jewish philanthropists
Craft relationships with a personal portfolio of major donors
Competency
Direct experience creating and executing annual campaigns and long-term affinity programs
Direct experience soliciting and cultivating donors
Keen knowledge of philanthropic trends across charitable giving
Proven ability to lead, manage, and work independently with accountability
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Expert ability in Microsoft applications
Understanding of social media best practices and basic graphic design knowledge
Proven understanding of data analytics, including CRMs and measurement tools
Excellent time management and prioritization skills
Ability to work collaboratively with other staff
Supervisory responsibilities
Supervises the Finance & Resource Development Associate and the Office Administrative Coordinator
Work environment
Strong team culture and brainstorming sessions with competent staff
Respect by lay leaders and staff for sick and vacation time, as well as Jewish holidays
Salary & Benefits
Salary : $85,000-$95,000 annually
Work week : 34 hours: Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. and Friday 9 a.m.–4 p.m. with an hour unpaid lunch; additional hours for evening and weekend events
Generous holiday policy : including Jewish and some Federal holidays off
Vacation and sick days : 15 vacation days and 10 sick days
Other benefits : 401K, life insurance, long-term disability, health insurance (Federation pays 80%), complimentary family membership to the JCC, flexible medical spending plan, and 4 days/month remote option after 3 months
How To Apply Please send a resume and a cover letter to staffing@jewishnola.org. Only applications with both a resume and a cover letter will be considered. In your cover letter, provide integrated responses to the following questions:
1. Tell us why you think this role and JFGNO would be a good fit for you.
2. Tell us about your best professional accomplishment.
3. How do you hope this opportunity will help you grow personally and professionally?
About Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans The Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans ("Federation"), founded in 1913, serves as the central coordinating body for the local Jewish community. Its mission is to inspire Jewish identity and engagement by connecting members to opportunities locally and globally. Federation fosters an inclusive and connected community through programs in leadership, advocacy, professional development, interfaith dialogue, and social action. These initiatives promote multicultural relations, LGBTQ+ inclusion, and philanthropy. Through strategic partnerships, Federation strengthens Jewish life, ensuring a vibrant and inclusive future for all.
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Job Title : Chief Development Officer Location : In-Office, New Orleans, Louisiana Reports to : Chief Executive Officer Summary/objective : The Chief Development Officer of the Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans (Federation) will be responsible for developing and overseeing the execution of a high-level strategic plan for fundraising. The Chief Development Officer will oversee and drive the entire Financial Resource Development (FRD) for the organization and will lead the effort to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward the annual campaign, major donors, planned giving, sponsorships and grant writing.
Responsibilities
Expand on our track record of fundraising success
Find creative avenues for growth
Have a passion for both fundraising and stewardship, matched by extensive knowledge of these respective crafts
Reimagine Federation’s philanthropic capabilities and infrastructure, with a focus on end-to-end, donor-centric solutions
Work closely with the CEO and COO to execute a clear vision and strategy
Oversee sponsorship and grant opportunities, as well as legacy and supplemental giving opportunities
Match our members of the New Orleans Jewish community to their philanthropic passions
Articulate confidently the Federation’s mission and vision
Demonstrate fundraising leadership with a track record in development planning and major portfolio management
Develop and execute a long-range strategy for increasing private philanthropic support and meet annual financial targets
Identify, cultivate, solicit, steward, and secure charitable funds in New Orleans’ Jewish community
Collaborate with staff to foster a culture of mission, excellence, collaboration, respect, performance measurement, and accountability
Build productive relationships and alliances with internal and external stakeholders
Engage, motivate, and thank donors and prospects; inspire confidence across constituencies
Other duties as assigned
Dealings with Board and Senior Staff Leadership
Educate and train campaign volunteer leadership, board members and staff on donor identification, cultivation and stewardship
Engage campaign volunteer leadership and board members and provide information on donor cultivation, fundraising techniques, sponsorship opportunities and planned giving tactics
Attend board and committee meetings and report on development activities as needed
Serve as an ambassador for the organization to constituents, partner organizations, and potential funders
Collaborate with partner organization JEF to coordinate planned giving strategies
Develop and provide regular financial and fundraising reports for the CEO, COO, and Board of Trustees
Strategic Philanthropy
Develop and implement an integrated Financial Resource Development (FRD) model, including major and planned giving (in collaboration with JEF)
Evaluate current event planning strategy and modernize the approach
Build replicable processes for stewarding donor prospects and matching donors to programs
Identify and implement new revenue streams with a focus on sustainable, unrestricted gifts
Enhance donor understanding of the Federation’s mission and increase investment
Lead planning and execution of fundraising and philanthropic outreach to support operations, programs, and allocations
Develop opportunities for supplemental gifts to support specific Federation programs
Cultivate new strategies to broaden and deepen engagement of the next generation of Jewish philanthropists
Craft relationships with a personal portfolio of major donors
Competency
Direct experience creating and executing annual campaigns and long-term affinity programs
Direct experience soliciting and cultivating donors
Keen knowledge of philanthropic trends across charitable giving
Proven ability to lead, manage, and work independently with accountability
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Expert ability in Microsoft applications
Understanding of social media best practices and basic graphic design knowledge
Proven understanding of data analytics, including CRMs and measurement tools
Excellent time management and prioritization skills
Ability to work collaboratively with other staff
Supervisory responsibilities
Supervises the Finance & Resource Development Associate and the Office Administrative Coordinator
Work environment
Strong team culture and brainstorming sessions with competent staff
Respect by lay leaders and staff for sick and vacation time, as well as Jewish holidays
Salary & Benefits
Salary : $85,000-$95,000 annually
Work week : 34 hours: Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. and Friday 9 a.m.–4 p.m. with an hour unpaid lunch; additional hours for evening and weekend events
Generous holiday policy : including Jewish and some Federal holidays off
Vacation and sick days : 15 vacation days and 10 sick days
Other benefits : 401K, life insurance, long-term disability, health insurance (Federation pays 80%), complimentary family membership to the JCC, flexible medical spending plan, and 4 days/month remote option after 3 months
How To Apply Please send a resume and a cover letter to staffing@jewishnola.org. Only applications with both a resume and a cover letter will be considered. In your cover letter, provide integrated responses to the following questions:
1. Tell us why you think this role and JFGNO would be a good fit for you.
2. Tell us about your best professional accomplishment.
3. How do you hope this opportunity will help you grow personally and professionally?
About Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans The Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans ("Federation"), founded in 1913, serves as the central coordinating body for the local Jewish community. Its mission is to inspire Jewish identity and engagement by connecting members to opportunities locally and globally. Federation fosters an inclusive and connected community through programs in leadership, advocacy, professional development, interfaith dialogue, and social action. These initiatives promote multicultural relations, LGBTQ+ inclusion, and philanthropy. Through strategic partnerships, Federation strengthens Jewish life, ensuring a vibrant and inclusive future for all.
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