Advancement Associate

Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) employer match

Discounts on programs

Flexible work schedule for events

Job summary

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore is seeking a Development Coordinator to support fundraising and donor engagement efforts. The ideal candidate will manage grants, sponsorships, and annual giving initiatives while assisting in planning and executing community events.

With a strong focus on organization and communication, the role includes maintaining donor records and writing fundraising communications. The position offers a salary range of $55,000-$65,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in nonprofit development or related field preferred.
• Familiarity with the Jewish community or strong interest in Jewish life.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support grants, sponsorships, and fundraising initiatives.
• Assist in planning and executing signature fundraising events.
• Maintain accurate donor records and process gifts.

Skills

Fundraising

Event planning

Database management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Development Coordinator supports fundraising and donor engagement efforts that sustain and grow the JCC’s impact as a vibrant center for Jewish life and community connection. This role supports the execution of development strategies, campaigns, and events. This position is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who is passionate about Jewish communal life and eager to grow in the field of nonprofit development.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Fundraising & Donor Engagement

• Support grants, sponsorships, fundraising, and annual giving initiatives that advance the JCC’s mission and programs
• Assist in the identification, cultivation, stewardship, and recognition of donors, sponsors, and community partners
• Prepare donor-facing materials including appeals and acknowledgment letters
• Track donor activity, pledges, and engagement to ensure timely, thoughtful follow-up and stewardship

Events & Community Engagement

• Support the planning and execution of signature JCC fundraising, board, and community events including Hall of Fame, JLive, Block Party, and Maccabi
• Coordinate event logistics including vendor management, timelines, registration, invitation lists, and event materials
• Provide on-site event support, including evenings and occasional weekends

Database & Gift Processing

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date donor records in the CRM system and special events database
• Process gifts in NPSP and generate timely acknowledgment letters, tax receipts, and related donor documentation
• Track donor engagement and ensure data integrity for reporting, segmentation, and communications

Communications & Marketing

• Assist in drafting and reviewing fundraising, donor, and event communications, including marketing materials, email, and social media content
• Collaborate with marketing staff to ensure alignment of messaging across JCC campaigns, centers and programs

Research & Administrative Support

• Conduct prospect research to support the expansion of corporate sponsors and community engagement strategies
• Assist with grant writing, reporting, and tracking
• Support recognition and community-building initiatives to include awards, honors, and volunteer engagement
• Provide administrative support, including meeting coordination, note-taking, and tracking follow-up for the development team
• Other duties as assigned

WHO YOU ARE

• 1–3 years of experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, event planning, or related field preferred
• Familiarity with the Jewish community, Jewish communal organizations, or a strong interest in Jewish life and values
• Experience working with volunteers or lay leaders preferred
• Experience with donor databases or CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, NPSP) strongly preferred
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfort learning new systems
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and community stakeholders
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and a high level of discretion
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends for events and donor engagement

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary (or Salary Range): $55,000-$65,000

The JCC offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous time off, paid holidays, health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) employer match, FSA/HSA options, life insurance, long term disability, complimentary membership to the Jewish Community Center, discounts on programs including preschool and summer camp, and wellbeing programming.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and incumbent will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by supervisor or other management, as required. The JCC reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the needs arise. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In keeping with our Jewish values, we are dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship, veteran's status, physical or mental disability that does not prohibit the performance of essential job functions (with or without reasonable accommodation) or any other basis protected by federal, or applicable, state or local law. We welcome everyone interested in our mission to join us. If you require accommodations, please contact us and we will make every effort to meet your needs.