DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

The New Orleans Jewish Community Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision and Dental coverage

Life Insurance

403(b) with match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Program Discounts

Job summary

A community center in Nashville is seeking a passionate Development Director to lead fundraising efforts and ensure long-term program sustainability. This role involves building meaningful donor relationships, securing support, and executing fundraising strategies that include individual giving, events, and grants. The ideal candidate has significant fundraising experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for enhancing community life. The position offers a competitive salary of $75,000 - $85,000.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive fundraising/development experience.
• Demonstrated success in individual giving, major gifts, grants, and event-based fundraising.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage an annual fundraising plan with clear goals.
• Partner with Finance to track fundraising benchmarks.
• Manage relationships with mid-level and smaller donors.
• Research, write, and submit compelling grant proposals.
• Plan donor appreciation events.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Relationship building

Grant writing

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management or related field

Tools

Donor management systems (CRM)

Job description

DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

Gordon JCC

801 Percy Warner Blvd

Nashville, TN 37205

The Gordon JCC is seeking a passionate and strategic Development Director to lead ourfundraising efforts and ensure the long-term sustainability of our programs and communityimpact. This role is central to advancing our mission by building meaningful donorrelationships, securing philanthropic support, and executing a comprehensive fundraisingstrategy across individual giving, events, grants, and sponsorships.As a key partner to the Executive Director, Board, and leadership team, the DevelopmentDirector will not only meet annual fundraising goals but also cultivate a culture ofphilanthropy that engages donors, members, and the broader community.

JOB TYPE:Full-time

BENEFITS:

• Health, Vision and Dental coverage available
• Life Insurance403(b) with match
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Employee Program Discounts/ Professional Development Opportunities

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, or relatedfield (preferred, not mandatory).
• 5+ years of progressive fundraising/development experience in a nonprofit setting.
• Demonstrated success in individual giving, major gifts, grants, and event-basedfundraising.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with grant writing experiencepreferred. Excellent relationship-builder with the ability to engage donors,volunteers, and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with donor management systems (CRM).
• Highly organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable balancing multiple projects.
• A passion for working as part of a broader team of professionals dedicated to enhancing Jewish community life in Nashville.
• An understanding of, or willingness to learn about, Jewish community and culture.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stay alert while sitting, standing, or walking for various lengths of time.
• Ability to work occasional nights and weekends.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:

• Design and manage a multi-channel annual fundraising plan with clear goals.
• Partner with Finance to track and report progress against fundraising benchmarks.
• Partner with the Executive Director on major donor cultivation and stewardship.
• Manage relationships with mid-level and smaller donors, ensuring strongengagement and retention. Lead the annual appeal and donor recognitioninitiatives.
• Plan donor appreciation events and maintain accurate donor records.
• Research, write, and submit compelling grant proposals to foundations,corporations, and government agencies.
• Manage grants calendar, ensuring timely applications and reports.
• Lead planning and execution of Big Night Out gala and other key fundraising events.
• Secure sponsors and donors while collaborating with program and marketing teamsto maximize impact.
• Partner with staff to integrate fundraising opportunities into additional events.
• Meet or exceed annual fundraising goals by source (individuals, grants, events,sponsorships).
• Expand and retain the donor base year over year.
• Deliver high-quality, well-attended fundraising events.
• Submit grant applications and reports in a timely manner.
• Establish strong, positive relationships with members and donors

The Gordon JCC is more than a community center -- it's a place where people cometogether to connect, grow, and celebrate. As Development Director, you'll play a pivotalrole in ensuring our mission thrives, our programs expand, and our members feelsupported in a vibrant, inclusive community.

$75,000 - $85,000

Agency Information:

The Gordon Jewish Community Center(Gordon JCC) is at the center of Jewish life in Nashville, providing recreational,educational, social and cultural programs and services to over 1,700 memberfamilies. Located on a beautiful 52-acre campus in west Nashville, it is aplace where non-Jews are welcome to join, play and learn side by side withtheir Jewish neighbors. Camp Davis, established in 1930s, provides a day campexperience for hundreds of school-age children each summer.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to Interim Executive Director Dara Freiberg at [e-mail].