Required Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
Required Experience:
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in nonprofit development or fundraising roles, with a proven track record of successful fundraising campaigns.
- Experience in leadership or management roles within a nonprofit organization, demonstrating the ability to lead and develop a team.
- Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining relationships with donors, sponsors, and community stakeholders.
- Experience in strategic planning and execution, with the ability to align development strategies with organizational goals.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team towards achieving fundraising goals.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging effectively with diverse groups including donors, board members, and community leaders.
- Proficiency in using fundraising software and CRM systems to track donor engagement and manage fundraising activities.
- Ability to analyze data and generate reports to assess the effectiveness of fundraising strategies.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of Jewish culture and values is an asset, contributing to the understanding of the community served by the Albany Jewish Community Center.