Associate Development Officer, Major Gifts

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Associate Development Officer,
Major Gifts


Posted Date: May 2026
Start Date: ASAP
Title: Associate Development Officer, Major Gifts
Department: Development
Reports to: Senior Director of Major Gifts & Special Events
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Full-time


The Jewish Museum:


The Jewish Museum is an art museum committed to illuminating the complexity and
vibrancy of Jewish culture for a global audience. Through distinctive exhibitions and
programs that present the work of diverse artists and thinkers, the Museum shares
ideas, provokes dialogue, and promotes understanding. The Jewish Museum
maintains a unique collection of nearly 30,000 works of art, ceremonial objects, and
media reflecting the global Jewish experience. Located on New York City's Museum
Mile, in the landmarked Warburg mansion, the Museum plays an important role
among cultural institutions, challenging all forms of bigotry and discrimination and
promoting understanding among diverse audiences. The Jewish Museum invites
applicants of all backgrounds to consider joining the Museum in its work. For more
information, please visit


The Position:


The Associate Development Officer, Major Gifts is a highly organized, proactive, and
detail-oriented emerging fundraiser who manages a dynamic portfolio of individual
donors giving $1K-$10K, including Patrons and Young Patrons, restricted-gifts, and
donors contributing to a range of institutional priorities and programmatic areas.
The role focuses on donor engagement, cultivation, and relationship building to
grow mid-level donors into higher levels of giving. In addition, the Associate
Development Officer provides essential administrative and clerical support to the
Major Gifts team - ensuring accurate gift processing, maintaining donor records,
preparing correspondence and materials, and supporting day-to-day operational
needs. The role also manages a cohesive donor stewardship function, helping ensure
a consistent, mission-driven donor experience while advancing the fundraising and
strategic priorities of the whole Development team.


Responsibilities:


Front-line fundraising and portfolio management
* Manage a diverse portfolio of Patrons and Young Patrons, restricted gifts, and
supporters funding a range of institutional priorities and programmatic areas,
with a focus on stewardship and upgrading to higher-level gifts.
* Collaborate with fellow gift officers and senior fundraisers to support high
level relationships


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* Identify and cultivate opportunities to deepen donor engagement and move
entry- and mid-level donors toward increased and sustained giving
* Partner with colleagues throughout the department to align donor interests
with institutional priorities and funding needs
* Collaborate with senior fundraisers to refine and develop new stewardship
opportunities and engagement strategies, including personalized
communications, meetings, and tailored stewardship for both unrestricted
and restricted gifts
Donor Stewardship & Relationship Support
* Administer the Museum's donor stewardship program in partnership with
colleagues across the department, ensuring a consistent, high-quality donor
experience.
* Create and send a variety of donor communications, including solicitations,
acknowledgements, invitations, follow-up emails, and personalized notes.
* Manage gift processing in partnership with the Development Operations team,
including billing for open pledges, creating acknowledgment letters, and
coordinating recognition materials.
* Track and log all donor touchpoints in Salesforce, including on behalf of
senior fundraisers, to ensure accurate, up-to-date records of interactions
and engagement.
* Ensure donor benefits and entitlements are fulfilled accurately and on time.
Administrative & Operational Support
* Maintain and update Salesforce and MCloud records, ensuring accurate
tracking of gifts, donor interactions, and prospect information.
* Track Major Gifts revenue, expenses, and budgets, in partnership with the
Development Operations team
* Organize team calendars, meetings, and deadlines
* Provide general administrative support, including filing, document
preparation, office supplies management, and internal reporting.
Event Coordination
* Assist in planning, coordinating, and staffing donor-focused events in
partnership with the Events team.
* Serve as a liaison for donor list management, invitation mailings, and internal
communications to ensure seamless event experiences.
* Support the execution of donor engagement activities, ensuring all logistical
details are aligned with fundraising goals.
* Manage pre- and post-event logistics for donor-focused activities, in
partnership with the Events team, including tracking RSVPs, preparing donor
snapshots, and compiling giving histories to support fundraisers in
personalized engagement.
Collaboration & Team Engagement
* Work closely with colleagues to ensure consistent donor stewardship,
pipeline management, and operational efficiency.
* Assist in maintaining moves management and other fundraising tools to
support data-informed donor strategies.
* Contribute ideas to improve workflows, stewardship processes, event
execution, and donor engagement strategies.


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Requirements:


* 2-4 years of experience in frontline fundraising, preferably in the arts, higher
education, or Jewish communal life
* Experience managing donor portfolios and supporting donor engagement and
cultivation activities
* Familiarity with restricted gifts and/or funding multiple programmatic
priorities preferred
* High energy, enthusiasm, flexibility, and a collaborative spirit
* Exceptional written and oral communication skills
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
* Ability to manage multiple priorities under deadlines
* Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent required
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related software; experience with
Salesforce or other donor databases preferred


Salary for Position: $63,500 - $68,000


Send Resume with Cover Letter To:


Director, Human Resources
The Jewish Museum
1109 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10128
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The Jewish Museum is committed to diversifying its staff and encourages individuals
of all ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds to apply for this position. The
Museum is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of
any protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.


This is a unionized position with covered employees represented by Local 2110, UAW,
AFL-CIO.