Major Gifts Officer, Growth Philanthropy

Combined Jewish Philanthropies; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Combined Jewish Philanthropies in Boston seeks a Major Gifts Officer, Growth Philanthropy to expand its donor base and advance a multi-funder pipeline. You will identify, qualify, and cultivate donors with capacity to make significant gifts, and manage a portfolio of select relationships within annual, supplemental, legacy, and donor-advised funds.

Working with teams across Advancement, Prospect Management, and Operations, you will plan events, develop moves management plans, solicit gifts, and

Qualifications

• BA/BS or equivalent experience.
• 5-7 years in development or related field, with fundraising experience.
• Strong written and spoken communication.
• Proficient in Windows, MS Word, Excel, Internet.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of approximately 50 donor relationships.
• Identify, engage, and qualify prospective donors with capacity.
• Plan and lead events for donor engagement.
• Collaborate with Prospect Management, Research, and Operations.
• Develop moves management plans to advance donor relationships.
• Solicit gifts and prepare senior leaders for solicitations.
• Close legacy gifts in donor portfolio.
• Meet ambitious goals with KPIs.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of program priorities.
• Build and sustain a strong donor pipeline.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Writing skills

MS Word & Excel

Database experience

Confidential information handling

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Education

BA/BS or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Database

Internet

Job description

• Location 126 HIGH ST FL 2,BOSTON, MA, 02110-2743,United States
• Base Pay $109,800.00 - $125,000.00 / Year
• Employee Type Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Manage Others No

Summary:

Passion. Purpose. Impact . CJP is at the heart of Greater Boston’s Jewish community, but our reach is felt around the world. Ranked by BBJ as Massachusetts’ largest non-profit organization – CJP is a philanthropic investor and mobilizer of people, resources, and skills that make a bigger difference locally and globally. We focus on making Jewish life and learning accessible to all individuals and families in Boston and beyond. We thoughtfully invest in the care and well-being of all community members. And we provide stability and growth to nonprofit organizations and institutions that underpin our community. Our greatest resource is our people — the staff, volunteers, partners, and leaders who help make Greater Boston’s Jewish community a welcoming home. It’s this energy and commitment that drives CJP’s mission. We are one of Boston’s oldest and most respected philanthropic organizations and we are currently seeking a Major Gifts Officer, Growth Philanthropy.

The Major Gifts Officer, Growth Philanthropy is a member of the Annual Giving team and plays a key role in expanding CJP’s base of major donors. Working with a dynamic qualification portfolio, this person will identify , engage, and qualify prospective donors with the capacity and interest to make significant gifts, and make informed recommendations about the next step in each relationship. As a senior relationship manager, this person will also manage a portfolio of select donor relationships, cultivating, soliciting , and stewarding gifts across the annual campaign, supplemental giving, legacy giving, and CJP’s donor advised fund program . In close partnership with Prospect Management and Research, Development Operations, and colleagues across Advancement, this role helps build a strong and sustainable pipeline that advances CJP’s ambitious fundraising goals.

• Manage a dynamic qualification portfolio of approximately 100 prospective donors, with regular turnover and documented outcomes, through discovery visits and meaningful engagement
• Make informed recommendations regarding qualification, disqualification, continued cultivation, or assignment to another development officer.
• Facilitate warm introductions and relationship transitions, collaborating with colleagues to maintain continuity in donor engagement.
• Partner closely with Prospect Management and Research to prioritize prospective donors, regularly review the qualification pipeline, assess outcomes, and identify opportunities to strengthen and advance the donor pipeline.
• Collaborate with Development Operations to make recommendations that strengthen pipeline processes, data, and reporting.
• Plan and lead 2-3 small events annually for specific audiences to engage prospective and new donors.
• Manage a portfolio of approximately 50 donor relationships, establishing and maintaining strong personal relationships through cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Develop thoughtful moves management plans that advance donors’ relationships with CJP, drawing on the full range of engagement and involvement opportunities.
• Solicit gifts directly and prepare senior colleagues, the President, and volunteer leadership for solicitations.
• In partnership with gift planning colleagues, identify and develop legacy giving prospects and successfully close legacy gifts annually within the donor portfolio.
• Develop and meet ambitious goals within a framework of key performance indicators, including qualification activity, portfolio movement, and dollars raised.
• Maintain up-to‑date awareness of CJP program priorities and serve as a resource to colleagues and donors on community priorities.
• Other duties as assigned, with or without accommodation.

Education:

• BA/BS or equivalent experience.

Experience:

• 5-7 years successful experience in development or related field, with an emphasis on fundraising and donor relations.
• Strong communication , interpersonal and writing skills.
• Proficient in Windows environment, including MS Word, Excel, Database and Internet.
• Capacity to manage and organize confidential information.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, creatively, and flexibly in a dynamic environment; self-motivated; demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to work successfully within a strong systems and process-based organizational structure.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changes and shifting priorities.
• Possesses a good sense of humor.

Other:

• Strong commitment to the CJP mission .
• Knowledge of the Jewish community preferred.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends and interest in/willingness to occasionally fly/travel.

Organizational Relationships/Scope:

• Reports to AVP , Annual Campaign . Has no direct reports.

Summary

CJP provides a unique opportunity to leverage your skills, talents, and experience to benefit the greater good while fostering your professional growth. You will work in a dynamic environment with a diverse group of individuals who share your commitment and enthusiasm. Together, we make a difference for both Jews and non-Jews in Greater Boston and worldwide. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive, family-friendly work environment.

CJP Core Commitments

CJP is guided by our Core Values — Respect, Caring, Collaboration, Integrity, and Innovation— that ground our work and shape the culture we create together.

CJP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Accommodation Disclaimer

CJP is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for individuals of all abilities and backgrounds. We provide reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

CJP conducts background checks as part of the hiring process.