Annual Giving Manager

Description

Salary:   $60,840.00 - $91,260.00  Annually

This is a full-time position eligible for benefits

Kindly note this position is located in Denver, Colorado. While a hybrid work schedule may be available, it is not a remote position. Work is primarily performed in our office at 3201 South Tamarac Dr., Denver 80231. Position may be eligible for a hybrid schedule with a combination of off-site and in-office work. Work hours are generally during regular business hours, with some evening or weekend  work as required to meet program or client needs.  

JFS offers competitive pay and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending account, Legal/ID Theft, supplemental insurances, agency-paid Life/LTD, Employee Assistance Programs, 401(k), 15 paid holidays, 8 hours of volunteer hours to use in different programs at JFS, and a generous leave program. 

The Annual Giving Manager is an integral part of the JFS Development team and focuses most of their  time on donor cultivation, solicitation, relationship and pipeline management for annual fund donors.  The position reports to the Director of Development. 

Essential Functions*:  

• Develops a working knowledge of JFS in general and our funding priorities specifically to articulate a  compelling case for support to all donors and partners.  

• Collaborates and supports systems and processes to grow and strengthen the donor pipeline at JFS  through a focus on donor acquisition, donor retention, and gift upgrades.  

• Provides relationship and pipeline management of individual gifts and event sponsorships in the broad  range of $1,000 - $5,000.  

• Activities include prospect and donor research, in-person and online meetings, donor relationship building, and active donor stewardship, cultivation, and solicitation.  

• Identifies and solicits new legacy commitments from their portfolio and collaborates with the Legacy  Giving Advisor on tactics and strategies for success.  

• Meets individual giving metrics for face-to-face visits and solicitations as well as donor acquisition and  retention strategy creation and implementation for donor upgrade tactics in addition to overall  fundraising goals.  

• Focuses on reactivation, renewal, and upgrading gifts that are given annually, as well as acquisition of  new donors, through targeted solicitations and networking.   

• Collaborates with the team in the creation and implementation of all annual appeals, campaigns, and  cultivation events.  

• Collaborates with the team in the creation and implementation of all JFS fundraising events.  

• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:  

Education/Experience:  

• Preferred bachelor’s/master's degree in marketing, related field, or equivalent work experience. 
• Preferred four to six years' experience in development, fundraising, annual giving, or related  field.  
• Prior management experience preferred.  
• Technologically adept with strong proficiency in Microsoft 365 and the ability and willingness to  quickly learn new systems and technology, including CRM databases, like Raiser’s Edge, and project  management software. 

Other:

• Demonstrated ability to identify, qualify, solicit, and steward gifts from individual donors at  $1,000+. 
• Ability to understand and interpret trends in individual giving to respond with appropriate moves,  management, and solicitation strategies.  
• Ability to create, maintain, and refine systems for growing Individual Giving.  
• Requires a confident, motivated work ethic with a high degree of professional demeanor,  diplomacy, and representation.  
• Ability to work independently and with a development/marketing team.  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  
• Lived experiences and/or personal understanding and commitment to equity, diversity, and  inclusion and a commitment to incorporating them into internal and external work.  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for collaborating with various levels of staff,  including program managers, directors, and board members.  
• A valid driver’s license, access to reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance are required.  
• Employees must maintain a driving record that meets agency insurance requirements and be able  to travel to multiple sites or community locations as part of regular job duties. 

Mileage  reimbursement is provided in accordance with agency policy.

Certification/Licensing:  

• None  

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

• None.

Work Environment:  

• In-Office Position (Hybrid Possible): Work is primarily performed in our office at 3201 South Tamarac  Dr., Denver 80231. Position may be eligible for a hybrid schedule with a combination of remote and in office work. Work hours are generally during regular business hours, with some evening or weekend  work as required to meet program or client needs.
• Essential physical requirements: Frequently sitting and typing. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate and use standard office equipment. 
• Physical effort/lifting: The employee may occasionally be required to lift up to 10 pounds. 

*If requested, reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: Jewish Family Service of Colorado serves vulnerable populations. To help protect the health and safety of our clients, employees, volunteers, and community, completion of the primary COVID-19 vaccination series is required prior to the start of employment.

Agency Overview:
JFS is a nonprofit human services organization that serves anyone in need, regardless of their circumstances or religious beliefs. We believe in a shared responsibility to support impactful changes throughout our community.

Founded 154 years ago, we offer more than 30 programs and services, including food security, housing stability, mental health counseling, aging care, employment support, disability services, and farming. JFS takes a holistic approach, assessing the various needs of the individual or family and providing the appropriate services, all from one organization.

We continuously evaluate the evolving challenges of our community and adapt or develop programs that respond to the resulting needs.
Interested individuals are invited to submit a resume at https://www.jewishfamilyservice.org/about/careers