Director, Central New Jersey

Position Overview Jewish National Fund-USA seeks to recruit a Director, New Jersey (focusing on these areas: Hudson, Essex, Union, Morris, Somerset, Hunterdon, Warren, Monmouth, Middlesex) responsible for developing and implementing short and long-term philanthropic and leadership development strategies with a significant focus on fundraising. The Director will be responsible for fundraising throughout the Central New Jersey region of JNF-USA and will work out of Jewish National Fund-USA's Florham Park, NJ office. Job Responsibilities Participate in all aspects of the gift cycle In partnership with the Executive Director, develop a strategy and plan for building prospect research and major gift solicitations. Face-to-face meetings for solicitation, cultivation and recognition of donors, both new and prospective Developing and identifying major gift prospects Board and/or Committee development, cultivation and membership Providing professional leadership and management for Boards and/or Committees Mission and Conference recruitment Event Planning Other duties as assigned by supervisor Travel limited to the NJ/NY area, Annual Conferences and Israel on occasion Qualifications At least 5 years of relative experience in fundraising/sales A track record of success and progressive accomplishments in financial resource development and fundraising management Bachelor's Degree Knowledge of the Jewish Community in the Central New Jersey Region Strong understanding of donor research, identification, cultivation and solicitation, and stewardship Proven success in asking for and closing gifts and building and maintaining long‑term relationships with donors Presence and high comfort level to interact effectively with the leaders in the business community in the assigned area A flexible and creative thinker able to find and create new giving opportunities for programs Ability to respect and maintain donor confidentiality Benefits Days off for all work‑prohibitive Jewish holidays, in addition to the secular US holidays Generous paid time off 3pm close‑of‑business on Fridays Top‑n re healthcare (including dental and vision) Parental Leave policy Employer-paid life insurance Employer-paid short and long‑term disability 403(b) with 10.5% employer contribution Opportunities to travel to Israel Compensation $80,000-$120,000 Pay Type Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jewish National Fund