Philanthropy Jobs in Houston tx

Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy, Annual Campaign, the incoming Associate Philanthropy Manager will join a growing and strategic fundraising team committed to elevating philanthropy across the Houston Jewish community. This experienced professional will focus on a portfolio of individuals with an emphasis on cultivating, engaging, and stewarding the Federation's current donors and recruiting new individuals in addition to managing and growing the Federation's real estate network. The Associate Philanthropy Manager will work in collaboration with other team members to create a comprehensive fundraising strategy that continues to advance the mission of the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston.

The primary responsibilities for this role will include :

• Responsible for the management of a portfolio of annual donors in the $1,000-$5,000 range with a focus on stewarding and elevating their giving through engagement and deeper connection to the Federation.
• Identifies, cultivates, and manages a large pool of prospective donors and qualifies leads.
• Manage and coordinate small home events for prospective and new donors.
• Works alongside the Director of Philanthropy, Annual Campaign, on direct mail and text solicitation campaigns.
• Work in collaboration with volunteer leadership and philanthropy team to manage and grow the Federation's Commercial Real Estate (CRES) network and associated events.
• Assist with growth of the Business and Professional Networks.
• Work in collaboration with the Philanthropy team to ensure achievement of Annual Campaign goals.
• Works in partnership with philanthropy colleagues and other departments to maximize fundraising efforts to advance the mission of the organization.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Jewish Federation of Greater Houston provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

ABOUT THE JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER HOUSTON

The Jewish Federation of Greater Houston is building a diverse team of highly motivated and qualified individuals with a variety of skills to support a new model of 21st century community engagement and philanthropy. The Federation is looking for candidates who are forward-thinking, self-motivated, and enjoy working in a dynamic environment.

The mission of the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston (www.houstonjewish.org) is to preserve and enrich Jewish communal life through innovative and visionary leadership that is responsible and responsive to Jewish communities locally, nationally, in Israel, and worldwide.

Requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This job requires prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer, frequent hearing and talking. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Benefits

Competitive Benefits options include :