Major Gifts Officer

Major Gifts Officer

We're seeking a dynamic Major Gifts Officer with proven frontline fundraising and relationship-building expertise to drive meaningful donor engagement and elevate our mission's impact. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Major Gift Officer (MGO) is a key member of the Development leadership team responsible for securing significant philanthropic support to advance the organization's mission and strategic priorities. The MGO's primary responsibilities include identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individuals and families capable of making major gifts in support of organizational investment priorities. Additionally, this role is expected to build and lead a highly effective planned giving program, establishing strategies to engage current and prospective donors in legacy giving.

As the organization prepares to enter the silent phase of a comprehensive campaign in 2026, the Major Gift Officer will play a pivotal role in achieving campaign goals. This position manages a portfolio of approximately 200 qualified major gift prospects and donors, developing tailored engagement strategies and securing gifts of $10,000 and above to support the campaign and long-term organizational growth.

Primary responsibilities include, and are not limited to :

Fundraising

Collaborate closely with the Chief Development Officer, Campaign Director, and other frontline fundraisers to develop individualized strategies for each prospect, guiding them through the donor lifecycle to maximize philanthropic support.

• Manage a portfolio of approximately 200 high-quality donor relationships, cultivating long-term engagement and maximizing capacity for transformational giving to the organization's annual and comprehensive campaigns.
• Achieve annual performance goals, including : 200 substantive donor contacts, 50 major gift proposals, a minimum of $1 million in new gifts and pledges annually.
• Engage and support selected Board Members, Executive Management Team members, and program leaders in donor relationship development to ensure every major donor has a personal connection to the organization's leadership.
• Through research and personal contact, identify and assess both the capacity and inclination of prospects, defining tailored strategies to inspire significant philanthropic investments.
• Develop strategies to expand the organization's philanthropic base, identifying new revenue streams and cultivating emerging donor markets.
• Partner with the Development Operations team to maintain detailed and accurate records of all donor interactions, strategies, and progress in Salesforce.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align donor engagement strategies with the organization's mission and strategic priorities.

Planned Giving

Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all aspects of the organization's planned giving program, enhancing and expanding the 1983 Legacy Circle.

Campaign & Strategic Collaboration

Contribute to the planning and execution of the comprehensive campaign by developing donor strategies, assisting with campaign materials, and supporting recognition and stewardship activities.

Standard Staff Expectations :

Standard staff expectations include and are not limited to :

Supervisory Responsibilities : None

This is a great chance to join JCC Greater Boston's respected and valued, people-orientated workplace of diverse community services providers, which is rapidly growing!

This full-time, salaried position offers a comprehensive benefits package, a supportive work environment with a hybrid work option for some administrative duties, and a competitive starting salary range of $110-120K annually. The salary offered will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications, experience, and JCC's internal equity.

Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to its mission of creating a vibrant, inclusive, and diverse community by nurturing meaningful and lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections, learning, and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.

JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly, and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey, staff rated their direct management and organizational alignment experiences close to 90% positive. If you want to upgrade your working experience and have a better work-life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team!

The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values : Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonate with all.

JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.