The Lawyers Division of UJA-Federation seeks a confident, proactive, and relationship-oriented fundraising professional to fill the role of Development Associate or Executive. The activities of this division are fast-paced and high-energy; therefore, this role requires a team-player with the ability to multi-task, trouble-shoot, and be a forward-thinker.
The Development Associate/Executive is responsible for the engagement, cultivation, and solicitation of donors and prospects through face-to-face solicitations, the organization of large- and small-scale fundraising events, volunteer projects, and providing support to lay leadership committees. They oversee a portfolio that includes the Trusts and Estates and Privacy, other subgroups, and a number of firm campaigns and smaller subgroups.
Major Responsibilities:
- Educate donors and prospects about the mission of UJA-Federation of New York in ways that inspire them to give. Accomplish this through one-on-one meetings, fundraising events, educational programs, mitzvah projects, agency visits, and missions.
- Develop and implement appropriate fundraising strategies to increase the dollars raised for the annual campaign. This includes thinking strategically about the legal and restructuring communities and working closely with the Wall Street Division to grow the donor base across trade groups.
- Oversee the Annual Trusts and Estates Event, which brings together a group of more than 500 planning professionals and raises over $700,000 annually.
- Develop programming for both the T&E and other groups that creates a pipeline of committed donors and leaders in both practice areas and professional worlds.
- Provide professional support to the T&E Executive Committee and other groups. This includes agenda setting, preparing reports and presentations, writing meeting notes, and providing necessary follow-up.
- Maintain records of donor engagement and evaluate progress regularly with supervisor.
- Develop and update research on individuals and companies in the Lawyers Division portfolio, as well as philanthropic trends in the legal community. Includes identification of viable prospects through outreach and relationship-building activities, and reading newspapers, trade publications, journals, and other related materials to remain generally informed.
Competencies and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 2 or more years or more of post-college work experience.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Strong critical thinking and analytic abilities.
- Experience coordinating events.
- Knowledge of issues facing the Jewish community and passion for UJA-Federation’s mission.
- Ability to initiate and follow through on self-defined goals and objectives while remaining part of a collaborative team.
Salary Information:
The salary range for this role is $66,500 to $78,000; commensurate with experience and qualifications listed above.
Reporting Information:
This role reports to the Assistant Director for the Lawyers Division
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Two or more years of post-college work experience
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong critical thinking and analytical abilities
- Experience coordinating events
- Knowledge of issues facing the Jewish community
- Passion for UJA-Federation's mission
- Ability to initiate and follow through on self-defined goals and objectives while working collaboratively
What We Do
UJA-Federation of New York is the largest local philanthropy in the world. For more than 100 years, we’ve brought New Yorkers together to solve some of the most pressing problems facing our community. Thanks to our network of hundreds of non-profits, we can leverage our expertise across any number of areas — including health and human services, arts and culture, and education — to care for Jews everywhere and New Yorkers of all backgrounds, respond to crises close to home and far away, and shape our Jewish future. Our reach extends from New York to Israel to nearly 70 other countries around the world, touching 4.5 million people each year. We’re looking for smart, talented, driven people who haven’t met a challenge that’s too big to conquer. Whether you’re a recent college graduate or a seasoned professional, we offer a wide array of opportunities for people of every discipline. Whether your passion is government relations, fundraising, data analysis, marketing, IT, accounting, graphic design, or community planning — there’s something here for you. We’re operating on a hybrid work model: three set days in the office and two days remote. At UJA, respect and inclusion are the cornerstones of our organizational culture. We are committed to advancing an environment where people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can be their authentic selves and where every voice is heard and valued. We know that our diversity makes us stronger, more effective, and more compassionate. That is why we’re committed to continuing our education and awareness as we look to create a more inclusive workplace, one that’s best prepared to meet the needs of the diverse communities we proudly serve. UJA is an equal opportunity employer.
Why Work With Us
Do you want to come to work every day feeling like you’re changing the world? Are you a bold, creative, results-oriented thinker? Do you thrive in a warm, supportive work environment? Then check out UJA.
