The Philanthropy Assistant works collaboratively with all Major and Planned Gifts team members, providing assistance on a range of administrative, fundraising, and development functions. Key Responsibilities: support the team by managing the scheduling of donors, leadership committees, and other outside meetings. Work closely with Chief Development Officer and the Director of Major & Planned Gifts to prepare accurate and engaging follow-up and donor communications. Administer data regarding donor relationships and record hygiene in Virtuous CRM. Research and create standard donor profiles of qualified prospective individual, foundation, and corporate donors using various tools, including DonorSearch. Provide support to the Scholarship Program, including communications with student awardees and working with the volunteer committee. Serve as the first point of contact for all external and internal fundraising inquiries via phone and email. Effectively convey the organization’s mission, vision, and programs to potential donors. Process and track department expenses. Provide Development department administrative support; interact with staff throughout the department Keep up to date with fundraising initiatives and news from across the organization. Coordinate special projects, such as car donations, and other duties as necessary. Qualifications: a minimum of 2-3 years of nonprofit development support or similar experience required. Competent writing skills with the ability to adapt to and write for other voices required. Experience with grant or fundraising/development writing is strongly preferred. High proficiency in a Microsoft Office suite of products is required, specifically Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with data management systems is strongly preferred. Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and priorities. Self-motivated team player who can also work independently in a deadline-driven environment. Detail-oriented with a commitment to accountability and execution. Strong customer service skills. An ability to build internal partnerships across the entire organization. Please submit a cover letter detailing why you want to work for JSSA and how your skillset and experience set you up as an ideal candidate for this position!

Reporting to the Director of Development, this position is a professional fundraising position that coordinates with the Senior Manager of Communications, FJV (Alumni) Engagement Manager, and Director of Development to develop and execute the annual solicitation strategy in alignment with JVC’s strategic priorities. The Annual Giving program includes direct mail and digital campaigns, peer to peer donor acquisition, and creation of a legacy society. 

This position is a distinctive opportunity for a fundraising professional to become part of our vibrant organization and add to its energized and expanded artistic initiatives. These initiatives are strategically designed to not only foster new connections but also enhance and strengthen relationships with existing donors. The Development Director reports to the General Director and works closely with the Board of Trustees, and the Artistic and Music Director, focusing efforts related to fundraising, cultivation, and stewardship. The Development Director must be well organized, self-directed, detail-oriented, and have excellent writing and people skills.

Penn-Mar supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living courageous lives, whether that’s securing a job, being an active member of their community, building independence, or developing new relationships. We do this by supporting people on their own unique personal journeys. Penn-Mar provides an array of customizable services and supports to the Maryland and Pennsylvania regions.