Strategic Assistant to the CEO – Fundraising & Projects

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

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.