Development Officer

San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Shuttle Service

Job summary

San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living is seeking a Development Officer to strengthen and expand fundraising across mid-level and emerging major donors. You will report to the Chief Development Officer and help grow annual giving while coordinating with marketing, program staff, and leadership.

The role requires building donor relationships, writing compelling communications, and coordinating with board members and consultants to advance philanthropic goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of nonprofit fundraising experience.
• Experience managing donor portfolios and stewardship programs.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of mid-level and emerging major donors; cultivate relationships and secure annual support.
• Conduct proactive donor outreach through meetings, calls, emails, and stewardship activities.
• Identify and develop emerging major gift prospects in partnership with the CDO.
• Maintain accurate donor records and fundraising progress in Salesforce.
• Lead growth of Grateful Giving Program with Marketing; collaborate with staff to identify opportunities.
• Support multiple giving circles and legacy programs through stewardship.

Skills

Donor relations

Fundraising

Relationship building

Portfolio management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Nestled in San Francisco's Excelsior neighborhood on a nine-acre campus, the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living (SFCJL) is the leading senior services organization in Northern California. Our continuum of care includes: the Frank Residences assisted living and memory care; the Jewish Home and Rehabilitation Center, offering long-term skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, an acute geriatric psychiatric unit for adults over the age of 65; and our Foundation.

Founded in 1871 and formerly known as the Jewish Home, our legacy grounds us as our vision propels us forward. Today, we've evolved to support more than 2,500 older adults each year through innovative, comprehensive programs rooted in the Jewish values of compassion, community, and excellence. We are equally proud of our inclusive culture, where 950 team members of diverse faiths and backgrounds work together in shared purpose.

WHY WORK WITH US

• Mission-driven nonprofit organization
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Meaningful work that positively impacts the lives of older adults every day
• Inclusive community, welcoming to all (you do not need to be Jewish to live or work here)
• Supportive, team-oriented environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative leadership focused on enhancing the employee experience

Position Summary

The Development Officer is a newly created role that will help strengthen and expand philanthropic support for the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living (SFCJL). Reporting to the Chief Development Officer (CDO), this position plays a key role in cultivating donor relationships, growing annual giving programs, managing a portfolio of mid-level and emerging major donors, and supporting future fundraising initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a relationship-driven fundraiser who is equally comfortable engaging donors, developing stewardship strategies, writing compelling communications, and collaborating across departments. This position works closely with the CDO, internal stakeholders, Board members, and campaign consultants to advance SFCJL's mission and philanthropic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of mid-level and emerging major donors, cultivating relationships and securing annual philanthropic support.
• Conduct proactive donor outreach through meetings, phone calls, emails, thank-you calls, and stewardship activities.
• Identify and develop emerging major gift prospects in partnership with the Chief Development Officer.
• Maintain accurate donor records, pipeline activity, and fundraising progress within Salesforce.
• Track donor engagement and monitor progress toward annual fundraising goals.
• Lead the continued growth of SFCJL's Grateful Giving Program by partnering with Marketing to enhance branding and communications while collaborating with clinical and program staff to identify philanthropic opportunities.
• Manage stewardship and renewal efforts for the Generations Circle annual giving program.
• Support the Carob Tree Circle legacy giving program through personalized stewardship and follow-up with prospective planned giving donors.
• Partner with the Director of Philanthropic Experiences to plan donor events and engagement opportunities.
• Manage a portfolio of institutional grants, including tracking deadlines and preparing grant reports in collaboration with program staff and the CDO.
• Serve as the primary internal liaison to campaign consultants by coordinating communications, fundraising data requests, and campaign planning activities.
• Build strong collaborative relationships with leadership, Board members, staff, volunteers, and community partners.
• Represent SFCJL professionally at donor meetings, community events, and fundraising activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB DETAILS

• Pay Rate: $ 110,000 to $130,000 annually
• Hours: Full-Time

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, philanthropy, or development experience.
• Demonstrated success cultivating, soliciting, and closing charitable gifts.
• Experience managing donor portfolios and stewardship programs.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience using donor database or CRM systems; Salesforce experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to build strong relationships with donors, Board members, senior leadership, volunteers, and community partners.
• Knowledge of the Bay Area philanthropic community and Jewish community is preferred.
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment when handling confidential donor information.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout the campus for extended periods.
• Ability to travel locally to attend donor meetings, community events, and fundraising activities.
• Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers and mobile devices.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through written correspondence.

OUR INVESTMENT IN YOU

Comprehensive benefits, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage; a 403(b) Retirement Plan; Paid Time Off (PTO); Tuition Reimbursement; Commuter Benefits; and Weekday Shuttle Service to and from Glen Park BART Station.

The San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.