Jewish Federation of St. Louis seeks a dynamic, highly motivated development professional who will be responsible for the oversight and management of the expanding major gifts program. This position reports to the Director of Planned Giving and Major Gifts. This is a fulltime, exempt position.

Job Responsibilities
Develop a Work Plan for the Major Gifts Program

• Evaluate current donor segment for opportunities for focus and growth and evaluate other segments for upgrade potential and prospects. Set strategies based on these opportunities.
• Evaluate donor levels and create special donor recognition at determined levels and through major donor appreciation events.
• Create engagement and cultivation plans through programs such as a snowbird program, social networking events or mini-missions, missions domestic or abroad and through community service. This includes creating meaningful opportunities for volunteers. These plans can be divided and conquered along with others on the major gifts team.

Develop and execute cultivation and stewardship plans

• Responsible for a portfolio of about 80 donors including pre-determined goals and outcomes.
• Work with major gifts team to help get CEO prepared for donor meetings.
• Develop written proposals and key communications pieces for major donors.
• Plan annual major donor appreciation event.

Managerial Work

• Work with Director of Planned Giving and Major Gifts to collaborate with Major Donor chair and committee.
• Oversight of major gifts budget.

Act as a contributing member of the Development team.
Cultivate a collaborative team culture, working with leadership team to support one another’s success.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, required. Master’s Degree, preferred.
• 5 - 7 years plus of development, sales or related experience.
• A front line fundraiser with proven track record of donor cultivation and solicitation experience preferred, including securing five figure gifts and above.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills and the ability to network to develop donor prospects.
• Strong organizational skills and an ability to develop strategic plans and implement those plans.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tell compelling stories to inspire donors.
• Ability to use discretion when handling and communicating sensitive information.
• Knowledge of St. Louis’ Jewish community preferred.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office products and CRM’s.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, as needed.

The Jewish Federation of St. Louis is the community’s central philanthropic, planning and community-building organization. Founded in 1901, it is one of the region’s largest and oldest nonprofit organizations. Federation is committed to the development and enhancement of a thriving, vibrant Jewish community through the support of approximately 100 local, national and international agencies, programs, services and innovative projects.

The Jewish Federation of St. Louis offers an extensive benefits package including health, dental, 403(b), paid vacation, paid holidays, sick and personal time, life insurance, LTD and more.

Jewish Federation of St. Louis is an equal opportunity employer.

Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume to hr@jfedstl.org for consideration.