Jewish Community Services of South Florida is currently seeking to hire a Development Specialist

Are you ready to make a difference in our community? At Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS), you’ll join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of those we serve. Joining our team means contributing to a well-respected organization with over a century of service to the South Florida community, rooted in the values of compassion, inclusivity, and resilience. Our team members find purpose in empowering individuals and families through meaningful programs and initiatives. We foster a collaborative environment where your talents are valued, and you’ll have opportunities for personal and professional growth. If you’re looking to be part of an organization that values your contributions and promotes a culture of unity and support, JCS is the place to be.

The Development Specialist is a key player in the functioning of the Resource Development Department. The individual in this position will be a partner to the Director of Resource Development in developing and implementing the plan for the department. This position is responsible for growing a portfolio of donors under $5,000. Working under the supervision of the Director of Resource Development, the Development Specialist will support the advancement of digital strategies to secure new funding from individuals in order to sustain and expand individual donors, grow monthly donors, build development systems, and steward donors. The candidate will be a self-motivated, hardworking, high-energy person with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate others. The ability to communicate well in written and verbal settings, including in groups and individually is a critical component of this position, as well as the ability to be well organized, pay attention to details and handle multiple priorities. The Department functions as a team and this person is expected to be a good team player.

This is a professional role, which may, at times, include needing to work evenings, weekends or early mornings. The Development Specialist represents Jewish Community Services in the community and is expected to comport themselves appropriately.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Digital Fundraising & Support (55%)

• Implement an effective annual mass-appeal giving program, including setting goals and strategies to expand, cultivate, solicit, and steward the donor base
• Collaborate with Community Engagement and Development Team to execute 2-4 digital development campaigns annually, and oversee and implement donor and prospect communications to deliver high impact content to connect donors with our work
• Drive high-impact peer to peer fundraising to achieve overall revenue goals
• Provide input into the development of a strategic plan for the peer to peer fundraising products, including revenue, budget, goals and timelines
• Support JCS program directors in cultivating and stewarding donors through research, drafting ongoing communications and proposals, collateral, and preparation
• Manage special development-related projects and events including management of various stakeholders
• Report and analyze digital fundraising campaign data and set realistic yet ambitious goals for future digital giving campaigns

Individual Giving & Stewardship - (35%)

• Build, execute, and manage targeted donor initiatives and stewardship, including monthly donors and donors under $5000, etc.; ensure accurate and timely maintenance of information in Raiser's Edge NXT
• Drive high-impact peer to peer fundraising to achieve overall revenue goals
• Provide input into the development of a strategic plan for the peer to peer fundraising products, including revenue, budget, goals and timelines
• Meet monthly, quarterly, and annual benchmarks and goals, based on activity with prospects/donors and dollars raised
• Conduct cultivation meetings, and maintain ongoing donor and prospect relationships by phone/Zoom, written communication, and personal contact
• Serve as an enthusiastic and well-informed spokesperson for JCS at events and conferences

Development Systems, Research, & Administration - (10%)

• Research and manage systems for donor prospecting, cultivation, and stewardship, and establish and refine benchmarks for department research and acknowledgment processes as needed
• Utilize Raiser's Edge data and reporting to create strategic projections and key performance indicators, and successfully track and report progress towards goals in Raiser's Edge
• Support the administration of the Resource Development department as a development team member

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent, required; Master’s Degree, preferred
• Three (3) years’ experience in non-profit fundraising, required
• Bilingual - Spanish-English, preferred
• Must be able to write clearly and informatively
• Edit work for spelling and grammar; utilize various writing styles to meet needs; present numerical data effectively
• Computer Skills - knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint and database fundraising software, Raiser's Edge

PERKS: We are proud to offer a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees, including medical and dental plans. A generous vacation and holiday pay benefit and a 401(k) match is available. Staff receives monthly in-service training and CEU opportunities. This is a one of a kind opportunity for leadership in talent management to contribute to a team of mindful, caring and passionate people at work every day in service to our community!

ABOUT: Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS) is the foremost non-profit, human services agency whose mission is to improve the quality of life and self-sufficiency of the Jewish and broader communities throughout South Florida in accordance with Jewish values. Founded in 1920, JCS delivers exemplary social services through compassionate and comprehensive programs that help people stay healthy and productive.

JCS is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, or veteran status.

JCS strictly enforces a Drug-Free Workplace Policy, which prohibits the use, possession, distribution, or sale of controlled substances and alcohol on company premises, during work hours, or while representing the company. Pre-employment and random drug testing may be required as part of our commitment to a drug-free workplace.

All of Senior Management and Managers are required to actively participate in JCS' Milk and Honey, Matzah Mitzvah and other similar events. These events are essential to our organizational culture, and leadership participation is key to fostering team unity, supporting our values, and engaging with our community. By attending, managers and supervisors help set the standard for involvement and demonstrate our commitment to these meaningful traditions.