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Development Associate

Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2025

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Are you detail-oriented, passionate about making an impact, and skilled in donor relations? The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is looking for a Development Associate to support our Jewish Community Foundation's vital work. In this role, you'll manage donor-directed funds, process contributions, and ensure seamless development operations. If you're organized, tech-savvy, and thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment, we want to hear from you!

Job Summary :

The Development Associate, reporting to the Director of Development Operations, plays a key role in managing and executing essential development operations for the Jewish Community Foundation of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh. This position ensures the accurate processing of funds, provides expert-level support for donor relationships, and serves as a critical liaison with internal and external stakeholders. The role requires strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and a deep understanding of financial and donor management systems to maintain and enhance the Foundation’s operations.

Essential Job Functions :

  • Process all incoming contributions to the Foundation, including checks, bank transfers, and other methods, ensuring timely follow-up on investment directives.
  • Facilitate disbursements and donor-directed fund agreements, ensuring compliance with Foundation policies and procedures.
  • Serve as an expert user of Microsoft Dynamics (HAL) and Foundation Hub, supporting donor relationship management and operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate with the Senior Financial Analyst to review financial account portals and ensure accuracy of transactions.
  • Maintain project tracking lists and prepare financial and operational reports.
  • Provide exceptional service to donors, including timely response to inquiries and processing of acknowledgments.
  • Support quarterly financial closings, including reviewing statements and drafting fundholder correspondence.
  • Verify charitable organization statuses to ensure compliance with donor-advised fund distributions.
  • Liaise with external partners, including FidTech, to support Foundation operations.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and 3 to 5 years of related experience in development or client services.
  • Demonstrates the maturity, sound judgment, and interpersonal skills required to effectively interact with donors, volunteers, and staff.
  • Excels in both written and oral communication, ensuring clarity and professionalism in all interactions.
  • Maintains a calm and professional demeanor when engaging with donors, community members, or during high-pressure situations.
  • Takes initiative, consistently goes the extra mile, and holds work to high standards of quality and accuracy.
  • Possesses strong organizational and time management abilities to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines effectively.
  • Exhibits exceptional attention to detail, particularly when handling cash receipts or other financial transactions.
  • Comfortable working with financial systems and processes that are subject to regular audits and compliance requirements.
  • Skilled in using Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability to quickly adapt to other relevant software.
  • Experienced in working with customer or donor databases and maintaining accurate records.
  • Familiarity with, or a willingness to learn, various methods of asset donation and the Foundation’s product offerings.
  • The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh offers people friendly environment, including :

  • Excellent health care and retirement benefits
  • Generous time off
  • Hybrid work arrangement
  • Paid Parental leave
  • To Apply :

    Qualified individuals may apply by sending cover letter and resume to Human Resources at employment@jfedpgh.org

    STATEMENT OF EEO AND INCLUSION

    The Jewish Federation of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any genetic information.

    Inclusion of people of all abilities is a core value of Jewish Pittsburgh. For accommodations for disabilities in the application or interviewing process, please contact us at employment@jfedpgh.org.

    Disclaimer

    This job announcement is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh.

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