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Development Officer, Philanthropic Connections

Job in Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, 02298, USA
Listing for: Combined Jewish Philanthropies
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
  • Non-Profit & Social Impact
    Non-Profit / Outreach, Community Health, Volunteer / Humanitarian, Fundraising / Charity
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 54200 - 67700 USD Yearly USD 54200.00 67700.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Development Officer, Philanthropic Connections

Pay $54200.00 - $67700.00 / year

Employment type

Other

Job Description

Passion. Purpose. Impact. CJP is at the heart of Greater Boston's Jewish community, but our reach is felt around the world. Ranked by BBJ as Massachusetts’ largest non-profit organization – CJP is a philanthropic investor and mobilizer of people, resources, and skills that make a bigger difference locally and globally. We focus on making Jewish life and learning accessible to all individuals and families in Boston and beyond.

We thoughtfully invest in the care and well-being of all community members. Our greatest resource is our people — the staff, volunteers, partners, and leaders who help make Greater Boston’s Jewish community a welcoming home. We are currently seeking a Development Officer, Philanthropic Connections.

CJP’s Development department consists of a vibrant and innovative team of committed professionals. A Development Officer on the Philanthropic Connections team will be a central member of this team, with a vision to help develop and manage creative event experiences to engage various segments of donor/prospect populations, focusing on Women’s Philanthropy programming, in service of philanthropy and fostering a stronger connection to CJP.

Essential Functions:
  • Create, plan, implement, and staff events and/or special projects in support of fundraising priorities and leadership engagement, ranging from 20-300 people.
  • Work collaboratively with other staff on various philanthropic programs and events.
  • Manage a portfolio of approximately 50 - 80 donors and prospects, establishing and maintaining strong personal relationships.
  • Solicit gifts directly and prepare senior colleagues for solicitations.
  • Work in partnership with campaign leadership to identify, solicit, and steward donors and prospects.
  • Collaborate with other CJP professionals and community organizations.
  • Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.
  • Minimum Requirements:

    Education:

    BA/BS degree or equivalent knowledge or experience.

    Experience:

    1-3 years’ experience in development.

    Skills/

    Competencies:
    • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
    • Experience managing events.
    • Proficient in Windows environment, including MS Word, Excel;
      Technical proficiency in databases and the internet.
    • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and writing skills.
    • Ability to maintain confidentiality and meet deadlines.
    • Desire to work in a fast-paced, creative, entrepreneurial environment.
    Organizational Relationships/Scope:

    Reports to Associate Director, Philanthropic Connections. Has no direct reports.

    Working Conditions:

    Hybrid

    Work Schedule:

    Tuesdays and Wednesdays in office; remote option on other days. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.

    About the company

    We inspire and mobilize our community to engage in building communities of learning and action that strengthen Jewish life and improve the world.

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