Strategic Major Gifts Officer

Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical benefits

401k plan

Job summary

Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte is seeking a Major Gifts Officer to drive five- to six-figure gifts supporting Annual Campaign, Additional Giving and Endowments. The role focuses on donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship in partnership with CDMO and lay leadership.

You will manage a portfolio of major gift prospects, propose creative acknowledgement opportunities, and coordinate donor events while aligning with Federation priorities and community program goals in

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of major gifts solicitation and stewardship experience.
• Proven ability to close current and/or deferred major gifts in five to six figures.
• Strong research, writing, and interpersonal communication with emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Be a thought partner with CDMO and leadership to set fundraising strategies.
• Participate in implementing the Federation’s development plan.
• Solicit and secure major gifts from individuals and corporations (five to six figures).
• Manage additional fundraising campaigns to enhance core funding.
• Maintain a portfolio of major gifts and steward donor relationships.

Skills

Fundraising success

Major gifts solicitation

Donor stewardship

Relationship building

Communication skills

Strategic planning

Team mentoring

Event planning

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte is seeking a Major Gifts Officer to drive five- to six-figure gifts supporting Annual Campaign, Additional Giving and Endowments. The role focuses on donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship in partnership with CDMO and lay leadership.

You will manage a portfolio of major gift prospects, propose creative acknowledgement opportunities, and coordinate donor events while aligning with Federation priorities and community program goals in