Institutional Giving Associate
AGENCY OVERVIEW:
Jewish Family and Children’s Services (JFCS) has served the San Francisco Bay Area for 175 years. We offer world-class services to support individuals and families across all stages of life, including adoption, mental health, senior care, disability services, financial assistance, Holocaust education, and youth development. Our mission and work are rooted in Jewish values, and we serve people of all faiths and backgrounds.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Director of Institutional Giving, the Institutional Giving Associate is responsible for collaborating with JFCS leadership, program, and finance colleagues on grant opportunities as assigned. The work will focus on researching potential opportunities, crafting compelling letters of intent, proposals, and reports, and supporting the management of foundation, corporate, and government grants and contracts. This position supports the comprehensive development efforts of JFCS, including annual, capital, and endowment campaigns as assigned by the Director of Institutional Giving or Director of Development.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
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Salary Range: $85,000 – $95,000 (depending on experience)
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Employment Type: full-time, exempt position with benefits
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Employer 403(b) retirement match plus additional employer contribution (subject to eligibility)
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Cafeteria plan with medical, dental, vision, FSA, Employer-paid life, and disability insurance
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16 holidays (10 federal and up to 6 Jewish holidays), annually
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3 weeks of vacation and 2 weeks of sick leave, annually
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Collaborate with JFCS leadership, program, and finance staff to develop interim and final reports for funders, highlighting the funder programs’ progress, outcomes, and impact
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Partner with program and finance staff to collect project details and prepare grant proposals, letters of intent, and funding requests. Ensure that these materials are clear, concise, and aligned with the JFCS’s mission and funding priorities
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Provide guidance to JFCS colleagues on grant planning, writing, program design, budget development, and evaluation of grants/proposals
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Ensure adherence to budgetary and agency standards while managing resources effectively. Collaborate with the Director of Institutional Giving to set strategic direction for assigned projects
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Conduct research to identify, qualify, and solicit new corporate, foundation, and government funding opportunities. Stay informed of evolving donor interests and industry trends, tailoring outreach accordingly and in support of JFCS programs and priorities
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Assist the Director of Institutional Giving in tracking applications submissions and reporting deadlines
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
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Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Communications, English, Nonprofit Management, or Public Administration)
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Minimum of 3-5 years in grant writing, institutional fundraising, with a record of successful funding proposals; knowledge of Bay Area institutional funders preferred
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Demonstrated experience in researching, writing, and managing successful grant proposal for foundations, corporations, and government entities
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Demonstrated intermediate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, and previous experience working in database systems required
**In order to be considered for the role, please attach a separate cover letter addressed to the Director of Institutional Giving when submitting your application. Your cover letter should explain your interest in the position and describe why your background, skills, and experience make you a strong candidate for the role. Please be specific and detailed in your response.
EXCITED TO APPLY?
To be considered for this position, you must meet the requirements and competencies listed above. Application materials will be reviewed as they are received and well-qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including minorities, women, veterans, and disabled individuals. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status. JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified.