Special Assistant to the CEO, Advancement, Board Relations and Experiences

Jcc-of-Stamford; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer

Paid time off

Employee discount

Complimentary JCC membership

Job summary

JCC of Stamford is seeking a Special Assistant to the CEO for Advancement, Board Relations and Experiences. You will support fundraising, donor communications and capital projects while coordinating with multiple teams to deliver community events.

The role is part of the Office of the CEO with a leadership development path and potential for future senior leadership across departments. Strong writing and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any field; internships, fellowships and campus leadership count toward experience.
• Proven fundraising or donor-relations track record.
• Excellent writing and strong organizational skills.
• Professional discretion with confidential information.
• Comfort with Excel or Google Sheets and donor databases.
• Exposure to capital projects and construction knowledge.
• Familiarity with Jewish communal life and leadership culture.
• Willingness to travel between Stamford and Wilton; valid driver’s license.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Some early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate new donors and sponsors, carrying an annual gift/sponsorship goal.
• Prepare the CEO for donor, board and community meetings with briefings and talking points.
• Serve as staff liaison to the Board and committees, tracking action items to completion.
• Coordinate capital projects with architects and report budgets and timelines.
• Draft grant reports, donor communications and CEO correspondence.
• Plan and run fundraising events and community experiences with Advancement teams.
• Maintain accurate donor records and report on pipeline and campaign progress.

Skills

Fundraising

Board relations coordination

Excellent writing

Organizational skills

Public speaking / presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel / Google Sheets

Donor database

Job description

Special Assistant to the CEO, Advancement, Board Relations and Experiences
JCC of Stamford
1035 Newfield Ave
Stamford, CT 06905

The Special Assistant works directly with the CEO on fundraising, board relations, capital projects, marketing and community events. Current priorities include the auditorium renovation for a new Jewish Performing Arts Day Camp, campus playground improvements and a new early learning center in Wilton.

This position is part of the Office of the CEO, the JCC's leadership development program. Special Assistants work across departments and are considered for permanent leadership roles within 18 to 36 months, based on performance. Likely paths include Advancement, Marketing and Communications, Jewish and Community Experiences and Capital Projects.

We are looking for smart, ambitious people who learn quickly, follow through and want to build a career in leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate new donors and sponsors, and carry an annual goal for new gifts and sponsorships
• Prepare the CEO for donor, board and community meetings with briefings, talking points and follow-up
• Serve as staff liaison to the Board and assigned committees, and track action items through completion
• Coordinate capital projects with architects, contractors and the Building Committee, and report on budgets, timelines and funding
• Draft grant reports, donor communications and CEO correspondence
• Plan and run fundraising events and community experiences with the Advancement and Jewish Experiences teams
• Maintain accurate donor records and report on pipeline and campaign progress

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in any field; internships, fellowships, campus leadership and entrepreneurial work count toward experience
• A record of meeting a goal in fundraising, sales, recruiting or organizing
• Excellent writing and organizational skills
• Professional presence and discretion with confidential information
• Comfort with Excel or Google Sheets
• Experience with a donor database
• Exposure to construction or capital projects
• Familiarity with Jewish communal life
• Office work with regular travel between JCC sites in Stamford and Wilton; valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to stand for extended periods at events and to lift up to 25 pounds
• Some early mornings, evenings and weekends

• Experience at a JCC, YMCA, health club or other membership organization
• Background in fitness, aquatics, camp, early childhood or enrichment
• CPR and First Aid certification
• Office work with regular travel between JCC sites in Stamford and Wilton; valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to stand for extended periods at events and to lift up to 25 pounds
• Some early mornings, evenings and weekends

Physical Requirements and Schedule

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $60,000 - $65,000 annually

Benefits: Medical, dental and vision insurance; 403(b) retirement plan with employer match; paid time off; employee discount; complimentary JCC membership.

Agency Information:

The Stamford Jewish Community Center is a cultural, educational and recreational center, offering exceptional programs, classes and special events designed to enrich the mind, body and spirit. While we are driven by the Jewish values of welcoming guests, kindness, respect, and communal responsibility, we warmly welcome people of all ages, faiths, ethnicities and backgrounds.