Maintain and grow a comprehensive fundraising program to oversee all fundraising efforts, including annual campaign, major gift and capital campaign initiatives, endowment and planned giving.

Provide strategic long-term vision for the Selfhelp’s Development efforts, including the management of internal record- keeping systems.

Build on Selfhelp’s current major gifts program, prioritizing, stewarding, and researching potential donors; establish and steward relationships with key donors and prospects.

Liaise with local and national corporate and foundation prospects/donors, including prospect research, grant writing, reporting, and relationship management.

Plan and implement events, including an annual gala, donor stewardship and recognition gatherings.

Provide leadership and guidance to Selfhelp’s volunteer Resource Development Committee, keep the Board of Directors informed of all key fundraising and marketing initiatives, and engage the Board in fundraising and outreach activities as appropriate.

Supervise and coordinate the work of fundraising vendors; help to build the Resource Development Department.

Work closely with the Marketing Department to coordinate communication strategies.

Oversee Selfhelp’s donor database management and work collaboratively with the Home’s Chief Financial Officer to ensure accurate fundraising records and reports.

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Minimum 5-7 years of successful nonprofit fundraising and communications experience

A passion for providing quality care for older adults and the ability to share Selfhelp’s mission with stakeholders

Outstanding interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build trust and rapport with stakeholders and volunteers

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to write and speak persuasively

Strong track record of annual campaign growth, organizational development, analytical and strategic thinking

Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and guide staff and volunteers

Comfort with social media, data management software and online fundraising tools; experience with Neon a plus

Understanding of Jewish heritage, culture, and the impact of the Holocaust on Jewish survivors

Successful completion of a capital campaign - from planning through implementation - is a plus

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