Individual Gifts Officer

POSITION TITLE:Individual GiftsOfficer
REPORTS TO:Director of Development
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:None
LOCATION:Florida - Boca Raton or Miami
Grade/Class:Grade F Exempt PSA Eligible

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

ADL is the leading anti-hate organization in the world. Founded in 1913 its timeless mission is to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment to all. Today ADL continues to fight all forms of antisemitism and bias using innovation and partnerships to drive impact. A global leader in combating antisemitism countering extremism and battling bigotry wherever and whenever it happens ADL works to protect democracy and ensure a just and inclusive society for all.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Individual Gifts Officer serves as a frontline fundraiser within the Florida region. They will maximize the donor engagement process to identify qualify cultivate solicit and steward individual prospects/donors capable of making gifts between $10000 and $100000in support of ADLs highest priorities.

Primary:

• Develop and implement cultivation strategies for a portfolio of individuals with the capacity to make gifts (between $10000 and $100000) nurturing relationships through personalized communications meetings and engagement opportunities in accordance with ADLs policies procedures and funding priorities.
• Maintain an active current body of knowledge of ADL and its mission programs activities institutional needs and fundraising priorities.
• Work with prospect research to identify new individual gift prospects and understand their philanthropic interests and capacity to give.
• Manage a strong portfolio of identified donors and lead the solicitation process for individual gifts including developing tailored solicitation proposals presentations and funding opportunities aligned with donor interests and ADL priorities.
• Negotiate gift agreements and terms with donors in collaboration with the Philanthropic Services team.
• In partnership with the stewardship team implement stewardship plans for individual gift donors ensuring timely and meaningful acknowledgment recognition and reporting on the impact of their contributions.
• Collaborate with stewardship and program staff to provide donors with updates and insights into the outcomes and achievements made possible through their philanthropic support.
• Actively participate in Development team meetings to coordinate prospect review and discuss specific prospect strategies as they relate to prioritized fundraising needs.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date donor records in the CRM database documenting all interactions proposals and gift agreements related to major gifts in accordance with CSC policies and procedures.
• Collaborate and partner effectively across the organization to build and sustain the culture of philanthropy across ADL.
• Serve as an effective and enthusiastic ADL spokesperson and representative.

This job description provides a general overview of the role and its key responsibilities. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and ADL reserves the right to assign additional tasks as needed.

Skills:

• Outstanding strategic thinking and analytical skills interpersonal skills sound judgment and experience handling highly confidential information.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with a diverse group of stakeholders including high net worth individuals colleagues and senior executives.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with superior attention to detail and strong storytelling skills.
• Display a positive attitude and show good judgment common sense and excellent listening skills; committed to transparency accountability and direct communication.
• Ability to anticipate and be responsive to multiple stakeholders needs simultaneously internally and externally including individual donors and prospects.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to see projects through to completion while meeting tight deadlines.
• Prior experience working with fundraising databases (Salesforce) MS Office applications and online collaboration tools.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in meeting goals.
• Ability to successfully navigate and thrive in a complex organization.
• Committed to advancing the mission and goals of the ADL.

Attributes:

• Committed to contributing to a culture where everyone thrives
• Collaborative team-player.
• Creative and innovative; takes initiative.
• Results-oriented a problem solver (versus a problem identifier)
• Excels in dynamic environments that require adaptability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Energized by ADLs mission and work

Work Experience:

• The ideal candidate has front-line fundraising experience including a demonstrated record of soliciting and closing five-figure and six-figure gifts including multi-year commitments.
• Experience in a national organization with an affiliate or chapter structure a plus

Education:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent professional experience .

Work Environment:

• ADL is a hybrid environment; this role may require 3 days in the office.

Compensation:

• This position has a salary range of $75000 to $80000. This salary range is reflective of a position based in Boca Raton Florida. Please note that actual salaries are commensurate with experience and reflect the budget for a given position and since ADL has a location-based compensation structure there may be a different range for candidates in other locations.For an overview of our total rewards package please visit aims to create a working environment where every employee can thrive professionally. Our mission-driven work is best accomplished in an environment that supports belonging. ADL values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages people of all races religions nationalities genders LGBTQ individuals people with disabilities and veterans to apply. ADL is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment hiring promotions and other terms conditions and privileges of employment shall be maintained in a manner which does not discriminate on the basis of age race creed religion color national origin sex sexual orientation gender expression marital status physical or mental disability veteran status or military status or in violation of any applicable Federal state or local laws.

  ADL will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation to support the interview process please contact the People & Culture department at.

  ADL will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act and all other applicable State Local and Federal laws.

  The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job nor is it to be interpreted as a contract for employment.