Senior Philanthropic Advisor

About the Federation:Scroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button.The Jewish Federation of Broward County strives for excellence. We cultivate an inclusive space where all feel welcome, celebrated, and contribute meaningfully to our shared vision. At the Jewish Federation of Broward County, you can be part of one of the most effective non-profit organizations in South Florida. Our mission is to mobilize the Jewish Community to provide leadership and financial resources that strengthen and enhance Jewish life in Broward, Israel and worldwide.As one of the most impactful nonprofit organizations in South Florida, we are proud to serve as the connective hub of Jewish life across our communityAbout the Position:Are you a strategic relationship builder who thrives on connecting people to meaningful impact? The Senior Philanthropic Advisor plays a key role in shaping the Federation's future by advancing philanthropic support and building trusted, lasting partnerships with donors, prospects, lay leaders, agencies, and community partners.Serving as both an internal leader and external ambassador, this role focuses on growing support through endowment and planned giving, legacy commitments, and donor-advised funds. Working closely with the Chief Philanthropy Officer, the Senior Philanthropic Advisor partners across departments, including Campaign, Finance, Marketing, and Events to align donor passions with organizational priorities.This position is central to developing new markets, expanding multi-generational giving opportunities, and strengthening relationships that drive donor loyalty and long-term engagement. Through thoughtful stewardship strategies and collaboration across the organization, the Senior Philanthropic Advisor helps secure the Federation's long-term sustainability and impact for future generations.What You Will Be Doing:Donor Cultivation, Solicitation & StewardshipPartner with the Chief Philanthropy Officer to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors and prospects for endowment, planned, supplemental, and annual giftsConduct donor-centered conversations that align philanthropic interests with Federation prioritiesDevelop stewardship and recognition strategies for endowment donorsSupport growth and retention of the donor-advised fund (DAF) program through personalized engagementEndowment, Legacy & Planned Giving GrowthDevelop strategies to raise awareness of and secure gifts for the Lion of Judah Endowment (LOJE) and Annual Campaign Endowment (ACE) in partnership with lay leaders and Women's PhilanthropyIdentify new markets, high-capacity prospects, and opportunities for transformational and legacy givingSupport planned giving and endowment services for partner agencies, synagogues, and community organizationsExpand legacy giving participation across generations of donorsProspect Development & Market ExpansionBuild and manage a pipeline of prospects for major, planned, endowment, and blended giftsDevelop strategies for family giving, next-generation donors, and multi-generational philanthropyCultivate relationships with volunteer leaders and community partnersCross-Functional Collaboration & Internal PartnershipCollaborate with internal departments, including Annual Campaign, Events, Finance, and Marketing to advance fundraising goalsPartner with Marketing on donor stories, newsletters, campaigns, and materials promoting Foundation prioritiesOperations, Reporting & Professional DevelopmentTrack activity, maintain accurate donor records, and ensure timely follow-up through CRM and reporting xhyhwjd systemsMonitor performance and progress toward fundraising goalsStay current on tax laws, charitable giving trends, and philanthropic best practices through continuing education and professional developmentWhat You Need to Succeed:Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred5–7 years of experience in planned giving, fundraising, or sales with a strong track record of successExperience in nonprofit fundraising preferred; knowledge of the Jewish community is a plusSeries 7 and 63 licenses preferredExceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skillsProven ability to engage donors and inspire meaningful philanthropic commitmentsExperience working with volunteer leaders and navigating volunteer/professional partnershipsHighly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple prioritiesSelf-starter with energy, initiative, and adaptability in a fast-paced environmentProficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfortable working with CRM systemsFlexible and available to work evenings and weekends as neededSalary Range: $115,000 - $130,000 per year