Jobs at JWI

Chief Development Officer

Posted 1/30/25. Accepting applications on a rolling basis.

LOCATION

Remote: NYC preferred, open to other locations

ABOUT JEWISH WOMEN INTERNATIONAL

Jewish Women International (JWI) is the leading Jewish organization championing women and girls by fighting gender-based violence, preventing domestic violence and sexual abuse, addressing the intersection of domestic violence and gun violence, building pathways to long-term economic security, and strengthening access to every level of leadership in our communities, workplaces, and country.

We envision a world, free of violence and inequity, where all women and girls thrive.

DESCRIPTION

Jewish Women International (JWI) is at a pivotal moment in its mission to build a world in which all women thrive. JWI is seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and strategic fundraising executive to serve as its new Chief Development Officer (CDO). The CDO will create a comprehensive fundraising strategy and drive transformational growth to secure the resources needed to deepen the impact of our work advancing women’s leadership, building access to economic security, and addressing gender-based violence globally.

Building upon a recent assessment for a comprehensive fundraising plan, the CDO will lead efforts to cultivate relationships with current and new donors, and secure five-to seven-figure gifts. The CDO will create a multi-year development plan, maintaining and leveraging longstanding relationships, while forging varied and strategic new partnerships that elevate JWI’s visibility and impact across the Jewish philanthropic arena.

JWI is seeking a strategic thinker and bold go-getter with a passion for fundraising and the ability to inspire high-level support.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Development Strategy & Leadership

• Collaborate with JWI leadership to implement and execute a comprehensive development strategy that aligns with and advances key organizational priorities

• Engage lay leadership in major donor prospecting, cultivation, and solicitation

• Build and manage JWI’s Pearl Society and Networks of local donor groups across the country

• Major Gifts Fundraising & Donor Engagement

• Work with CEO and Board Chair to increase existing major donor contributions as well as secure new donors with emphasis on major, multi-year gifts

• Lead donor stewardship efforts, crafting compelling donor programs and campaigns that engage current funders and inspire a new generation of supporters and champions for JWI’s mission

Development Operations & Communications

• Create and maintain rigorous reporting mechanisms with regular reporting on fundraising progress to JWI leadership and Board with clearly defined metrics for success

• Work with communications team to partner on fundraising assets and campaigns

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years of experience leading innovative, high-impact fundraising programs, with a track record of securing major gifts

• 7+ years of experience building and cultivating relationships with high-net-worth donors and Board members that lead to transformative gifts

• 7+ years of experience developing and presenting comprehensive fundraising metrics to leadership, board members and prospective donors

• Entrepreneurial mindset and approach

• Strong connection to JWI’s mission with knowledge of the Jewish and pro-Israel philanthropic landscape

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in a non-profit environment

• Excellent judgment and effective communication – written, verbal and listening

• Commitment to continuous process improvement in fundraising strategies and initiatives

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a business leadership team

COMPENSATION RANGE

$160,000 – $180,000, commensurate with experience

TO APPLY

Qualified candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to JWI CEO, Meredith Jacobs, at  mjacobs@jwi.org.