Associate Director, Development

1 week ago

Edmonton, Canada The Jewish Federations of North America Full time

Are you a driven, dynamic professional with a proven background in fundraising, solicitation and relationship building? Do you thrive in a creative, fast-paced team environment? Do you care about and understand the needs and interests of the Jewish community?
 

If you answered yes to these questions, we may be a perfect match 
 

Jewish Federation of Edmonton seeks energetic, experienced development professional to join our dynamic team. As the lead Development Professional, you will primarily be stewarding the annual United Jewish Appeal (UJA) campaign, in addition to other development projects and initiatives. 
 

The Federation's annual campaign supports critical services and programs, including annual grants to local and overseas agencies and programs that sustain Jewish life in Edmonton, Israel, and worldwide. Supported programs and organizations provide social services to Jewish families, connect Jews of all ages to each other and to the community, ensure community representation, and offer meaningful ways for Jews to engage in Jewish life. 
 

As the Associate Director of Development, you will work under the direction of the CEO to partner with board members and volunteers to develop and execute a comprehensive, multi-tiered annual UJA campaign strategy with the goal of increasing support from prior donors and onboarding new donors. 
 

This strategy will include: 

  • Developing and implementing annual campaign operating plan and calendar
  • Cultivating and maintaining relationships with donors and prospects by conducting ongoing face-to-face meetings and ensuring touchpoints throughout the calendar year 
  • Donor stewardship and recognition at all levels of the campaign 
  • Recruitment, training, managing and inspiring campaign volunteers to ensure goals and deadlines are met
  • Executing meaningful events and programs in service of the Federation mission 
  • Working in collaboration with Director of Marketing and Communications to develop and execute a strategic communications plan in support of the annual campaign
  • Oversee special emergency campaigns, donor directed special projects in Israel, Shaw Birdies program
  • Coordinate timely processing of gifts and tax receipts with Database Manager and Financial officer 
  • Various other administrative and coordinating duties as may be mandated by professional or lay leadership
  • Participate as needed in other Federation programs and events 
  • Potential of enhanced role with oversight and support to additional special project(s) support, legacy and endowment cultivation 
  • Special events and programs including the Edmonton Jewish Film Festival


The ideal candidate will offer the following qualifications:

  • Up to three years of experience in fundraising and donor relations
  • Demonstrated success in fundraising & stewardship (intensive volunteer experience in this role will be considered)
  • Demonstrated skills in building relationships with community members and donors 
  • A strong capacity to work independently and collaboratively, under minimal supervision
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • A self-starter who is resourceful and maintains an upbeat, "can-do" attitude 
  • An excellent oral and written communicator able to tailor messaging to appropriate stakeholders and demographics, who can articulate a clear and inspiring case for giving 
  • A people person who can successfully interface with multiple demographics
  • Extremely organized and focused, able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines 
  • Knowledge of the Jewish community, customs, values and traditions, including knowledge of Israel OR personal commitment to Jewish values, Jewish community, Jewish continuity, Israel and global Jewry
  • Demonstrated understanding of volunteer/professional dynamics 
  • Experience with Raiser’s Edge an asset
  • Prior event or project management experience an asset
  • Willingness to work evenings and some weekends as required


To apply

Jewish Federation of Edmonton offers a competitive salary and benefits package. 

Please send your resume, cover letter and salary requirements to Stacey Leavitt-Wright via email to ceo@edjfed.org .
 

We will review applications on a rolling-basis.
 

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