Development and Engagement Associate

Are you looking for a mission-driven non-profit where your skills can help people in need around the world? At the Jewish United Fund (JUF), we take pride in our mission and in having a work culture that fosters a sense of belonging and feels rewarding, supportive, and inclusive. We have a hybrid schedule and offer generous benefits including a 401(k) match, up to 22 days of paid time off (starting with 15), up to 11 sick days (starting with 7), and up to 21 paid holidays. The salary range for this role is $55,000-$60,000.

What you’ll be responsible for:

The JUF Professionals Network (JPN) is the largest, most diverse network of Jewish professionals, entrepreneurs and business owners in Chicago. JPN provides access to high level business community leaders through relevant professional programming and networking opportunities. You will be responsible for the management and administration of assigned professional “Networks”, working closely with the network’s volunteer leadership on fundraising initiatives, events, and leadership development. You will also participate in the management and administration of cross-network initiatives and events within JUF and JPN. Additionally, you will assist the JPN Professional Team in cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors to maximize charitable and leadership involvement. This role is part of a small, collaborative team and great for someone seeking a position focused on programming, fundraising, and working directly with donors and volunteers.

What you’ll be doing:

• Oversee assigned day-to-day operations of the JUF Professionals Network (JPN), work with volunteer leadership to support JPN programming, and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders while demonstrating professional judgment and discretion
• Own and manage a variety of JPN in person programs including happy hours and networking events. This includes planning, recruiting, working with volunteer leadership, and overseeing day-of logistics, all in collaboration with JUF event planning professionals.
• Manage one or more young professional committees. Organize committee meetings and programs, identify new committee members, and support committee members in their JUF leadership journeys
• Perform responsibilities of a Donor Officer including research on potential and current donors, building relationships with new and current supporters, and conducting face-to-face engagement and stewardship meetings thereby increasing their connectivity and giving to JUF
• Provide administrative support for JPN, such as generating and formatting fundraising reports, sending mail merge solicitation emails, and maintaining timely and accurate records
• Support JUF Campaign and work with various JUF departments to provide general support for all other campaign events, phonothons, and special events on an ongoing basis

What you need to succeed:

• 3 years’ experience in a fundraising institution
• Bachelor’s degree or associate’s degree and 2 additional years of relevant experience
• Ability to work independently, demonstrating initiative.
• Requires discretion and independent judgement in all aspects of the job.
• Experience with face-to-face communication with donors or other professionals is preferred
• Experience working with a database software is a plus. Ability to learn Salesforce and other software programs is required
• Excellent written communication skills, able to handle multiple projects at a time, and highly organized
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a fast-paced work environment
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office Suite of products
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of Jewish community, culture, heritage, traditions and Jewish communal services preferred
• Must be available to work occasional evening meetings/events as needed (approx. 12-15 per year)

What you’ll love about us:

At JUF, you can be part of one of the largest non-profit social welfare institutions in Illinois. We provide food, refuge, healthcare, education, emergency assistance, and essential services to 500,000 Chicagoans of all faiths and millions of Jews around the world. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with base contribution and match, additional health and wellness benefits, financial benefits, professional training, tuition reimbursement, paid family leave, and much more. We have the ability to work from home / remote two days per week on a hybrid basis.

Salary : $55,000 - $60,000