ABOUT JEWISH WOMEN INTERNATIONAL
Jewish Women International (JWI) is the leading Jewish organization championing women and girls by fighting gender-based violence, preventing domestic violence and sexual abuse, addressing the intersection of domestic violence and gun violence, building pathways to long-term economic security, and strengthening access to every level of leadership in our communities, workplaces, and country.
We envision a world, free of violence and inequity, where all women and girls thrive.
DESCRIPTION
Jewish Women International (JWI) is at a pivotal moment in its mission to build a world in which all women thrive. JWI is seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and strategic fundraising executive to serve as its new Chief Development Officer (CDO). The CDO will create a comprehensive fundraising strategy and drive transformational growth to secure the resources needed to deepen the impact of our work advancing women’s leadership, building access to economic security, and addressing gender-based violence globally.
Building upon a recent assessment for a comprehensive fundraising plan, the CDO will lead efforts to cultivate relationships with current and new donors, and secure five-to seven-figure gifts. The CDO will create a multi-year development plan, maintaining and leveraging longstanding relationships, while forging varied and strategic new partnerships that elevate JWI’s visibility and impact across the Jewish philanthropic arena.
JWI is seeking a strategic thinker and bold go-getter with a passion for fundraising and the ability to inspire high-level support.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
Development Strategy & Leadership
- Collaborate with JWI leadership to implement and execute a comprehensive development strategy that aligns with and advances key organizational priorities
- Engage lay leadership in major donor prospecting, cultivation, and solicitation
- Build and manage JWI’s Pearl Society and Networks of local donor groups across the country
Major Gifts Fundraising & Donor Engagement
- Work with CEO andBoard Chair to increase existing major donor contributions as well as secure new donors with emphasis on major, multi-year gifts
- Lead donor stewardship e?orts, crafting compelling donor programs and campaigns that engage current funders and inspire a new generation of supporters and champions for JWI’s mission
Development Operations & Communications
- Create and maintain rigorous reporting mechanisms with regular reporting onfundraising progress to JWI leadership and Board with clearly de?ned metrics for success
- Work with communications teamto partner on fundraising assets and campaigns
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 7+ years of experience leading innovative, high-impact fundraising programs, with a track record of securing major gifts
- 7+ years of experience building and cultivating relationships with high-net-worth donors and Board members that lead to transformative gifts
- 7+ years of experience developing and presenting comprehensive fundraising metrics to leadership, board members and prospective donors
- Entrepreneurial mindset and approach
- Strong connection to JWI’s mission with knowledge of the Jewish and pro-Israel philanthropic landscape
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working in a non-profit environment
- Excellent judgment and effective communication – written, verbal and listening
- Commitment to continuous process improvement in fundraising strategies and initiatives
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a business leadership team
COMPENSATION RANGE: $160,000 – $180,000, commensurate with experience
TO APPLY: Qualified candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to JWI CEO, Meredith Jacobs, at [email protected]