Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The Associate Director, Corporate Development role at a $300M nonprofit focuses on driving revenue growth by expanding philanthropic support within a key professional sector, particularly the New York Financial Services community.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves designing and executing fundraising strategies, managing donor portfolios, collaborating with stakeholders, leading donor events, developing campaign materials, using donor databases, and coordinating volunteer leadership efforts.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers an annual salary of $100,000-$110,000 DOE, with benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching, Life and Disability Insurance, FSA, paid holidays, sick days, vacation/PTO, and 16 additional paid days off.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have at least 5 years of successful philanthropic fundraising experience, especially with the New York Financial Services community, knowledge of NYC's Jewish community, strong interpersonal and communication skills, strategic leadership, and technological proficiency with donor databases.
Work environment and culture
The role is hybrid with 4 days in office and 1 day remote, requiring availability for evening/weekend events and occasional travel to Israel, emphasizing professionalism, integrity, and collaboration.
Company information
The nonprofit is a $300M organization delivering social services and support to protect Jews worldwide, with a strong mission focus and community engagement.
Team overview
The Associate Director reports to the Regional Executive Director and works closely with organizational stakeholders and volunteers to align development efforts.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Midtown Manhattan with a hybrid work model and some travel requirements.
Application process
Applicants must submit a resume in MS Word format via the provided Scion Staffing link for immediate consideration.
Unique job features
The role offers unique opportunities to engage with high-capacity professional communities and lead major fundraising events within a culturally significant nonprofit environment.
Company overview
Scion Nonprofit is an award-winning full-service staffing and recruitment firm specializing in the nonprofit sector. Based in New York, the company provides direct hire and temporary staffing solutions to local and national nonprofit organizations and foundations. Scion Nonprofit's services include executive search and recruitment for various roles such as development directors, donor relations managers, and early childhood education directors. The firm has a strong presence in Manhattan and is known for its expertise in matching nonprofit organizations with qualified professionals to meet their staffing needs.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience in philanthropic fundraising, especially your success securing major gifts from high-capacity professional communities like the New York Financial Services sector, as this aligns directly with the role's core focus.
Emphasize your skills in relationship-building, strategic fundraising planning, and managing donor portfolios, along with your familiarity with donor database systems and the cultural nuances of the Jewish community in New York City.
Apply through multiple platforms, including Scion Nonprofit's official job posting at scionstaffing.com and LinkedIn, to maximize your visibility and chances of being noticed by recruiters.
Connect with current employees or leaders within Scion Nonprofit’s corporate development or fundraising divisions on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent philanthropic campaigns, expressing admiration for their mission to protect and support Jewish communities, or asking for advice on succeeding in this role.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'philanthropic fundraising,' 'donor portfolio management,' 'New York Financial Services community,' 'fundraising strategies,' and 'donor database systems' to ensure it passes initial automated screenings.
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