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About the Role

The Development Officer is a newly created role to strengthen and expand philanthropic support for the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living (SFCJL). This position cultivates donor relationships, grows annual giving programs, manages a portfolio of mid-level and emerging major donors, and supports future fundraising initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of mid-level and emerging major donors, cultivating relationships and securing annual philanthropic support.
• Conduct proactive donor outreach through meetings, phone calls, emails, thank-you calls, and stewardship activities.
• Identify and develop emerging major gift prospects in partnership with the Chief Development Officer.
• Maintain accurate donor records, pipeline activity, and fundraising progress within Salesforce.
• Track donor engagement and monitor progress toward annual fundraising goals.
• Lead the continued growth of SFCJL's Grateful Giving Program by partnering with Marketing to enhance branding and communications while collaborating with clinical and program staff to identify philanthropic opportunities.
• Manage stewardship and renewal efforts for the Generations Circle annual giving program.
• Support the Carob Tree Circle legacy giving program through personalized stewardship and follow-up with prospective planned giving donors.
• Partner with the Director of Philanthropic Experiences to plan donor events and engagement opportunities.
• Manage a portfolio of institutional grants, including tracking deadlines and preparing grant reports in collaboration with program staff and the CDO.
• Serve as the primary internal liaison to campaign consultants by coordinating communications, fundraising data requests, and campaign planning activities.
• Build strong collaborative relationships with leadership, Board members, staff, volunteers, and community partners.
• Represent SFCJL professionally at donor meetings, community events, and fundraising activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, philanthropy, or development experience.
• Demonstrated success cultivating, soliciting, and closing charitable gifts.
• Experience managing donor portfolios and stewardship programs.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience using donor database or CRM systems; Salesforce experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to build strong relationships with donors, Board members, senior leadership, volunteers, and community partners.
• Knowledge of the Bay Area philanthropic community and Jewish community is preferred.
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment when handling confidential donor information.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout the campus for extended periods.
• Ability to travel locally to attend donor meetings, community events, and fundraising activities.
• Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers and mobile devices.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through written correspondence.

Skills

• Salesforce experience
• Relationship building

Location

• San Francisco

Work Type

• Full-Time
• Onsite

Experience Level

• Minimum of five (5) years of nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, philanthropy, or development experience.

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Salary/Compensations

• $110,000 to $130,000 annually

Benefits

• Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits
• Weekday Shuttle Services to and from Glen Park Station

About the Company

• Nestled in San Francisco's Excelsior neighborhood on a nine-acre campus, the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living (SFCJL) is the leading senior services organization in Northern California.
• Our continuum of care includes: the Frank Residences assisted living and memory care; the Jewish Home and Rehabilitation Center, offering long-term skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, an acute geriatric psychiatric unit for adults over the age of 65; and our Foundation.
• Founded in 1871 and formerly known as the Jewish Home, our legacy grounds us as our vision propels us forward.
• Today, we've evolved to support more than 2,500 older adults each year through innovative, comprehensive programs rooted in the Jewish values of compassion, community, and excellence.
• We are equally proud of our inclusive culture, where 950 team members of diverse faiths and backgrounds work together in shared purpose.

Equal Opportunity

• San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living is committed to employing a diverse and inclusive workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.