JDRF is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Our mission is to accelerate life-changing breakthroughs to cure, prevent and treat T1D and its complications. To accomplish this, JDRF has invested more than $2.5 billion in research funding since our inception. We are an organization built on a grassroots model of people connecting in their local communities, collaborating regionally for efficiency and broader fundraising impact, and uniting on a national stage to pool resources, passion, and energy. We collaborate with academic institutions, policymakers, and corporate and industry partners to develop and deliver a pipeline of innovative therapies to people living with T1D. Our staff and volunteers in chapters across the United States and our six international affiliates are dedicated to advocacy, community engagement, and our vision of a world without T1D. For more information please visit jdrf.org or follow us on Twitter @JDRF.

As a JDRF team member, you can look forward to interesting and challenging work, building strong relationships with fellow staff and our network of volunteers, and having a meaningful impact on the lives of everyone affected by this devastating disease. JDRF supports a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Summary

JDRF is embarking on a mission to expand its major gifts fundraising program.  In so doing, we are looking for seasoned, effective major gifts fundraisers who understand the importance of building relationships with volunteers, board members, corporate representatives, foundations, and current and prospective donors, and who are comfortable in soliciting 5, 6 and 7 figure gifts from those individuals.

This role is open to remote candidates residing within the NYC Metropolitan area.

Major Responsibilities

• Masters case for support, supporting materials and prospect strategy in order to articulate mission priorities and secure support. 
• Qualifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards a portfolio of 125-150 leadership level and prospects in assigned chapters, including identifying new prospects.
• Builds strong relationships with Chapter Executive Directors and Market Directors in order to support pipeline development, strategy and account/team -based donor management and fundraising.
• Builds relationships with volunteers, board members, corporate representatives, foundations and current and prospective donors.
• Supports the effective development of packaging, pricing, and solicitation of gifts of $50k - $500k.
• Serves as lead for assigned initiatives and/or projects that advance the Leadership Giving (LG) Department and culture of leadership giving at JDRF.
• Coordinates with Regional LG team, Research Department and field leadership to support overall revenue goals.
• Partners with field and national staff to identify and solicit planned gifts.
• Responsible for the achievement of organizational, departmental, regional, and individual goal and activities.
• Directs and ensures proper stewardship of LG donors in their portfolio.
• Supports nationwide solicitation of individual, corporate, and foundation prospects.

• 7 years of professional fundraising experience, with a clear record of achievement in a complex, mission-driven organization.
• 2 years’ experience identifying, cultivating and soliciting a major gift portfolio in the NYC Metropolitan area.
• Track record of $50,000+ gift fundraising success. 
• Ability to understand and effectively communicate complex research information about Type 1 Diabetes.
• Collaborative professional who is comfortable with complex relationships that require partnership, negotiation, consensus building and compromise to reach organizational goals.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Results-driven with the talent for creative problem solving.
• Track record of working effectively with volunteers and staff through effective persuasion and influencing techniques.
• Ability to effectively apply moves management techniques and to utilize prospect research tools.
• Ability to be effective, productive and take initiative while working independently out of a home office.
• Ability to effectively establish priorities and work in a fast-paced environment. Highly efficient in time management and meeting deadlines under pressure.
• Superior active listening, observation, analytical, and problem recognition and solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint).  Understanding of Salesforce or other database platforms.
• Trusted professional able to ensure that the confidentiality and security of all information under his/her supervision is maintained.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time, including overnight travel and occasional weekends.

Target Salary: $100-$140K

To protect the health and safety of our employees, all employees are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and have a COVID-19 booster shot regardless of location or position. This includes those with remote status. Requests for medical, religious, and other exemptions will be considered on an individual basis. JDRF will comply with all federal, state, and local laws.

JDRF values diversity and inclusion and is committed to creating an environment in which everyone feels welcomed, supported, and respected. JDRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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