Nestled in San Francisco's Excelsior neighborhood on a nine-acre campus, the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living (SFCJL) is the leading senior services organization in Northern California. Our continuum of care includes: the Frank Residences assisted living and memory care; the Jewish Home and Rehabilitation Center, offering long-term skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, an acute geriatric psychiatric unit for adults over the age of 65; and our Foundation.
Founded in 1871 and formerly known as the Jewish Home, our legacy grounds us as our vision propels us forward. Today, we've evolved to support more than 2,500 older adults each year through innovative, comprehensive programs rooted in the Jewish values of compassion, community, and excellence. We are equally proud of our inclusive culture, where 950 team members of diverse faiths and backgrounds work together in shared purpose.
WHY WORK WITH US
- Mission-driven nonprofit organization
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
- Meaningful work that positively impacts the lives of older adults every day
- Inclusive community, welcoming to all (you do not need to be Jewish to live or work here)
- Supportive, team-oriented environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Collaborative leadership focused on enhancing the employee experience
POSITION SUMMARY
The Development Officer is a newly created role that will help strengthen and expand philanthropic support for the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living (SFCJL). Reporting to the Chief Development Officer (CDO), this position plays a key role in cultivating donor relationships, growing annual giving programs, managing a portfolio of mid-level and emerging major donors, and supporting future fundraising initiatives.
The ideal candidate is a relationship-driven fundraiser who is equally comfortable engaging donors, developing stewardship strategies, writing compelling communications, and collaborating across departments. This position works closely with the CDO, internal stakeholders, Board members, and campaign consultants to advance SFCJL's mission and philanthropic goals.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage a portfolio of mid-level and emerging major donors, cultivating relationships and securing annual philanthropic support.
- Conduct proactive donor outreach through meetings, phone calls, emails, thank-you calls, and stewardship activities.
- Identify and develop emerging major gift prospects in partnership with the Chief Development Officer.
- Maintain accurate donor records, pipeline activity, and fundraising progress within Salesforce.
- Track donor engagement and monitor progress toward annual fundraising goals.
- Lead the continued growth of SFCJL's Grateful Giving Program by partnering with Marketing to enhance branding and communications while collaborating with clinical and program staff to identify philanthropic opportunities.
- Manage stewardship and renewal efforts for the Generations Circle annual giving program.
- Support the Carob Tree Circle legacy giving program through personalized stewardship and follow-up with prospective planned giving donors.
- Partner with the Director of Philanthropic Experiences to plan donor events and engagement opportunities.
- Manage a portfolio of institutional grants, including tracking deadlines and preparing grant reports in collaboration with program staff and the CDO.
- Serve as the primary internal liaison to campaign consultants by coordinating communications, fundraising data requests, and campaign planning activities.
- Build strong collaborative relationships with leadership, Board members, staff, volunteers, and community partners.
- Represent SFCJL professionally at donor meetings, community events, and fundraising activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
JOB DETAILS
• Pay Rate: $ 110,000 to $130,000 annually
• Hours: Full-Time
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
- Minimum of five (5) years of nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, philanthropy, or development experience.
- Demonstrated success cultivating, soliciting, and closing charitable gifts.
- Experience managing donor portfolios and stewardship programs.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Experience using donor database or CRM systems; Salesforce experience preferred.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to build strong relationships with donors, Board members, senior leadership, volunteers, and community partners.
- Knowledge of the Bay Area philanthropic community and Jewish community is preferred.
- Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment when handling confidential donor information.
- Commitment to the mission and values of the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout the campus for extended periods.
- Ability to travel locally to attend donor meetings, community events, and fundraising activities.
- Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers and mobile devices.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through written correspondence.
OUR INVESTMENT IN YOU
Comprehensive benefits, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage; a 403(b) Retirement Plan; Paid Time Off (PTO); Tuition Reimbursement; Commuter Benefits; and Weekday Shuttle Service to and from Glen Park BART Station.
The San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum of five years of nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, philanthropy, or development experience
- Demonstrated success cultivating, soliciting, and closing charitable gifts
- Experience managing donor portfolios and stewardship programs
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Experience using donor database or CRM systems
- Salesforce experience
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Ability to build relationships with donors, Board members, senior leadership, volunteers, and community partners
- Knowledge of the Bay Area philanthropic community and Jewish community
- Professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment when handling confidential donor information
- Commitment to the organization's mission and values
What We Do
San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living (SFCJL) is a nonprofit senior-services organization in San Francisco providing a continuum of care and social services for older adults. Its offerings include assisted living and memory care at the Frank Residences, long-term skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and acute geriatric psychiatric care, alongside a foundation. Guided by Jewish values of compassion, community, and excellence, it serves more than 2,500 older adults annually.
