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Date posted: 2/21/2012
Administrative Assistant, Westchester/Putnam Regional Office
(Purchase, NY)
Alzheimer's Association, Hudson Valley/Rockland/Westchester, NY Chapter
Description: The Alzheimer’s Association is the voluntary health agency dedicated to eliminating Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders through the advancement of research and to enhancing care and support services for all affected.
Responsibilities: An important part of the Administrative Assistant’s job is processing and acknowledging chapter donations. Additionally, the Assistant provides administrative support for chapter programs and special events. The job requires someone who is computer-savvy and who is comfortable with computer databases and publishing software. We are looking for someone who will be an integral part of our marketing and fundraising team!
Requirements: The person we would like to hire will have an interest in event management and aging issues and related service provision, as well as the ability to work well with other staff and volunteers. S/he will have demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, current Windows operating systems and hardware, and computer databases. Experience with fundraising software (e.g., Results Plus or Raiser’s Edge), with desktop publishing, and with updating and maintaining Web sites would be a plus. An Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience is required; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Contact:
Name: Elaine Sproat, President & CEO
Address: Alzheimer's Association 2 Jefferson Plaza, Ste. 103 Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Notes: We strongly prefer hard copies (no e-mails or faxes). To learn more about our agency, visit www.alz.org/hudsonvalley. The Alzheimer’s Association is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, and we’d love to hear from you.

Date posted: 2/16/2012
Major and Planned Gift Officer
White Plains Hospital
Description: Founded in 1893, White Plains Hospital offers state-of-the-art technology, superbly trained clinical staff and exceptionally compassionate care.
Responsibilities: The Major/Planned Gifts Officer will be part of an exciting $100 million capital campaign and will: manage a portfolio of major and planned gift prospects; identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors and prospects; develop donor/prospect relationship building strategies and moves management system; and collaborate in developing a planned giving program.
Requirements: Bachelor's Degree is required; Minimum 5+ years required in non-profit organizations with successful major or planned gift experience; Demonstrated skills in cultivation, solicitation, stewardship and moves management; and excellent/effective interpersonal, organizational and written communication skills.
Contact:
Name: Lauren Candela-Katz
Email: lcandelakatz@wphospital.org
Phone: 914-681-2261
Address: 41 East Post Road White Plains, NY 10601

Date posted: 2/13/2012
Campaign Director
East Harlem Tutorial Program
Description: Founded in 1958, East Harlem Tutorial Program (EHTP) is a community-based organization that prepares K-12 students with the academic skills, strength of character and emotional well-being to excel in high school and college, to lead in their communities, and to realize their best possible selves.
Responsibilities: We are seeking a Campaign Director to lead, plan, and oversee the day-to-day coordination and management of a $30-35 million Capital Campaign to build a 65,000 sq. ft. headquarters, which will serve as an anchor of educational opportunity at the corner of 105th Street and Second Avenue. The position is both strategic and tactical, incorporating all components of a capital campaign from the quiet phase through the launch and implementation of the public phase. The role entails working collaboratively with members of EHTP staff, Board members, volunteers and community members to create and implement a comprehensive campaign plan. This full-time position is offered for a two-three year period for the duration of the Campaign.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from a competitive college or university, master’s degree a plus Minimum of five years of development experience in major gifts, capital campaigns, or both. Knowledge and experience in setting up effective campaign organization structures including communications. Familiarity with New York City philanthropy and experience with community-based organizations in New York City is strongly preferred.
Contact:
Name: Rachel Cochran
Email: jobs@ehtp.org

Date posted: 2/13/2012
ASSISTANT DEAN FOR DEVELOPMENT AND ALUMNI RELATIONS, FAS (#20093075)
New York University
Description: When you come to work at New York University, it's more than just a job that awaits you. You have the opportunity to Experience Excellence.
Responsibilities: Position Summary: Manage and lead a team of 8 - 10 professionals who raise funds for the Faculty of Arts & Science (FAS) and engage alumni through personal outreach and programming. Develop and implement fundraising strategies and campaigns unique to the priority needs of FAS. Manage personal portfolio of 80 - 100 high end prospects and donors focusing on 7 and 8 figure gifts. Lead prospect strategy and mentor staff regarding cultivation, solicitation and stewardship efforts. Partner with UDAR colleagues to advance Annual Fund, Special Events, Prospect Research, Parent Fundraising, Stewardship, and Global initiatives. Build on existing systems to create tools and reports for prospect management and to track achievement and productivity. Reporting directly to the VP, assume leadership role in advancing projects and initiatives in support of campaign goals.
Requirements: Experience in an academic environment. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to oversee a large, diverse staff. Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, strategize, close 6 & 7 figure gifts, meet fundraising goals, and interact effectively with trustees and donors. When you come to work at New York University, it's more than just a job that awaits you. You have the opportunity to Experience Excellence. You are joining an exciting intellectual and cultural community, one where employees - faculty and staff - come together to create a unique product: excellence in education and research.
Contact:
Human Resources
Address: Apply Online

Date posted: 2/13/2012
Director of Development
The Painted Turtle, Santa Monica, CA
Description: The Painted Turtle's mission is to provide a year-round, life-changing environment and authentic camp experience for children with chronic and life-threatening illnesses. The Painted Turtle supports children's medical needs, inspires them to reach beyond their illnesses, and provides care, education, and respite for their families. All campers and families attend free of charge.
Responsibilities: Reporting to the CEO, the Director of Development is responsible for overseeing all activities relating to a successful development department. The Director of Development is expected to successfully secure funds for operating expenditures. This includes providing support for special events and communications activities. The Director of Development works with fundraising counsel to design and implement a major gifts program and to complete a $15 million campaign to address long-term debt and establish an endowment. The annual goal of the development department is $3.5M.
Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree is required; Master’s Degree or other professional degree preferred. Minimum 5+ years hands-on fundraising experience including individual solicitation and major gifts development for capital and endowment campaigns. Demonstrated skills in cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major and knowledge of planned gifts. Capital Campaign experience necessary. Experience in Moves Management. Effective organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills. Compelling writing style. Familiarity with Raisers Edge software or a similar, advanced, development information management system. Willingness to travel within California and to undertake some evening and weekend work.
Range: $110-$120K
Contact:
Name: Vanessa Poster
Email: VPoster@ShirleyAssociates.com
Phone: 310-408-4567

Date posted: 2/6/2012
Major and Planned Gifts Officer
Pratt Institute
Description: Pratt Institute (www.pratt.edu, Brooklyn, NY) is one of the most prestigious independent specialized colleges. Pratt’s interdisciplinary programs – in architecture, art and design, information and library science, and liberal arts and sciences – are consistently ranked among the best by U.S. News & World Report and The Princeton Review.
Responsibilities: The Major and Planned Gifts Officer will: manage a portfolio of 200 major and planned gift prospects; develop a planned giving program; identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors and prospects; enthusiastically and accurately represent Pratt to a variety of constituents including board members, major donors, prospects and other friends; work collaboratively with other Institutional Advancement and Pratt staff members; and, monitor all prospects to ensure positive and purposeful prospect and donor relations.
Requirements: Requirements include: five to seven years successful experience in major or planned gift fundraising, preferably in higher education; strong knowledge of planned gift and estate planning; excellent writing, organizational, interpersonal and research skills; intelligence, maturity and sound judgment necessary for interacting with donors, prospects, trustees, faculty and staff; and, successful experience developing cultivation strategies and soliciting gifts.
Contact:
Name: John Giuliano
Email: John@glfreeman.com
Phone: 212-924-3727
Address: 1115 Broadway, Suite 1200, New York NY, 10010
Notes: Freeman Philanthropic Services, LLC to assisting on this recruitment; visit www.glfreeman.com to review the position profile, complete requirements, and application instructions. Confidential inquiries to FPS at PrattMajor@glfreeman.com. EO/AA

Date posted: 2/6/2012
Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving
Pratt Institute
Description: Pratt Institute (www.pratt.edu, Brooklyn, NY) is one of the most prestigious independent specialized colleges. Pratt’s interdisciplinary programs – in architecture, art and design, information and library science, and liberal arts and sciences – are consistently ranked among the best by U.S. News & World Report and The Princeton Review.
Responsibilities: The Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving will: lead an active alumni fundraising and engagement program; oversee five full-time fundraisers and additional part-time staff and volunteers; report to the Vice President for Institutional Advancement and serve as a senior member of the Institutional Advancement team; work in close collaboration with other fundraising and communications directors and staff within the division, as well as with the Institute’s academic and administrative leaders; and, manage a portfolio of donors and prospects for cultivation and solicitation, while supervising portfolio management of alumni relations and annual giving team members.
Requirements: The ideal candidate for the role of Director will be an energetic, self-motivated and goal-oriented fundraising professional with superior writing and public speaking abilities, strategic vision, and strong project management skills who thrives in a team-based environment. Other requirements include: track record in leading successful annual fund fundraising campaigns and five+ years of supervisory experience.
Contact:
Name: John Giuliano
Email: John@glfreeman.com
Phone: 212-924-3727
Address: 1115 Broadway, Suite 1200, New York NY, 10010
Notes: Freeman Philanthropic Services, LLC to assisting on this recruitment; visit www.glfreeman.com to review the position profile, complete requirements, and application instructions. Confidential inquiries to FPS at PrattMajor@glfreeman.com. EO/AA

Date posted: 1/26/2012
Program and Administrative Assistant
Westchester Children's Association
Description: WCA is a small non-profit dedicated to improving the lives of Westchester's children by shaping policies and programs to meet their needs, and by keeping the well-being of children at the top of the public agenda.
Responsibilities: Demonstrated interest in agency's mission. Attention to details and ability prioritize work and manage time efficiently. General office management including: administrative support to staff, general correspondence, assists with special events, and agency database of contacts and donors. Program support, banking and basic bookkeeping. Coordinates logistics of Board meetings and liaisons with other volunteers as needed.
Requirements: Mimimum 2 years experience and high school degree required or bachelor's degree may substitute for office experience. Must demonstrate professional and interpersonal skills (written and verbal).Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Willingness to learn computer applications. Proficiency in Spanish a plus.
Range: low $30,000
Contact:
Name: Allison Lake
Email: alake@wca4kids.org
Address: 470 Mamaroneck Ave. Suite 304 White Plains, NY 10605
Notes: Send resume and cover letter. No phone calls please.

Date posted: 1/24/2012
Donor Relations Director (Major Gifts)
Salvation Army, Southern New England Division
Description: Faith-based direct service organization meeting basic needs (emergency, food, shelter)
Responsibilities: Establish and create a strategic communications plan to identify, educate, cultivate and solicit gifts for all major donors each fiscal year; manage a caseload of 140-150 major donors; help shape overall strategies to continually increase major gifts revenue and program growth; establish and work toward annual goals for each donor and for the overall major gifts program; lead in all one-to-one solicitation, gift acknowledgement, and stewardship communication, traveling as necessary in Fairfield and Litchfield counties.
Requirements: Candidates must posses a passion for The Salvation Army’s mission; a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years successful experience in a non-profit fundraising role developing and executing fundraising objectives; a track record of effective donor stewardship and ability to close gifts of five figures and above; a high degree of comfort interacting with donors and with complex, sensitive discussions of personal and family finances; ability to “make the ask.” Contact Jennie Dawes for complete position information.
Contact:
Name: Jennie Dawes
Email: jennie@hcsmith.com
Phone: 216.752.9966
Address: 20600 Chagrin Blvd. Suite 101 Cleveland, OH 44122
Notes:  Please send an email for complete position information or to recommend a candidate.

Date posted: 1/24/2012
Society Coordinator
Mary Ann Liebert Inc.
Description: In the fields of health and medicine, we develop and manage professional societies. Our core business is in publishing more than 70 peer-reviewed journals.
Responsibilities: Work with senior staff to grow membership, manage society growth and conferences, work with worldwide funders and partners.
Requirements: At least a B.A.; proficient with IT skills, writing skills, database use, and development.
Range: Commensurate with experience
Contact:
Name: K.S. Rubinger
Email: krubinger@liebertpub.com
Phone: 914 740-2100
Fax: 914 740-2101
Address: 140 Huguenot Street New Rochelle NY
Notes:  Fastpaced, creative environment; room for growth and independence for the right candidate!

Date posted: 1/23/2012
Director, Major and Planned Gifts
Westchester Medical Center
Description: The Westchester Medical Center Development Office, devoted to supporting Westchester Medical Center’s continued excellence in patient care, research and education is currently seeking a Director of Major and Planned Gifts.
Responsibilities: Participates in the creation and implementation of the department’s Strategic Plan with a specific focus on Major and Planned Gifts. Implements those approved strategies through the annual goal-setting and budget planning processes. Identify prospective high net worth individuals from existing donors, patients, the community-at-large and other constituencies. Develop and implement cultivation and solicitation strategies for individual donors and prospects, including family foundations, at the $5,000 level and above. Build relationships with donors and engage appropriate WMC partners (CEO, SVP, Corporate Communications & Fund Development, Board members, volunteer leadership, physicians, administrators, etc.) for their cultivation and solicitation of gifts as appropriate.
Requirements: Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required. Experience: Minimum five years of progressive development experience. Demonstrated track record and comfort in working with individual high-net worth donors and individuals engaged in estate planning. Prior experience with emphasis on investment management, financial planning or estate planning highly desirable. Knowledge of the technical aspects of planned giving vehicles desirable.
Range: Competitive
Contact: foundation@wmmc.com

Date posted: 1/23/2012
Director of Development and Communications
Phipps Community Development Corporation
Description: Phipps CDC is a 35-year old multi-service nonprofit providing a comprehensive network of over 40 educational, vocational, and community development programs to approximately 8,000 residents of communities across the Bronx and Manhattan.
Responsibilities: The Director of Development and Communications will be responsible for creating and implementing strategies to meet revenue goals; and for the marketing, special events and public relations activities of the organization. The Director will report directly to the Executive Director/CEO and oversee all fundraising and communications activities and staff, as well as special events. The Director will primarily focus on Phipps CDC; however, he/she will also spend approximately 20% of his/her time on Marketing and Communications activities for Phipps Houses Services Inc. For a complete job description, go to: www.harrisrand.com
Requirements: BA in related field required; MA preferred. At least 7 years experience in development, communications and/or program in the non-profit field, with demonstrated success in cultivating and maintaining relationships with stakeholders and funders. Demonstrated excellence in organizational and managerial skills, ability to take initiative, manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work independently and as a member of a team. Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills (writing sample required). Knowledge of or readiness to learn Raiser’s Edge a plus. Commitment to education, youth development, housing and poverty issues. Sense of humor.
Range: Commensurate with experience
Contact:
Name: Siobhan McDermott
Email: smcdermott@harrisrand.com
Phone: 212 808 82312
Fax: 212 391 7826
Address: Harris Rand Lusk 261 Madison Avenue, 11th Floor New York, NY 10016

Notes:  To Apply: Phipps Community Development Corporation has retained the services of Harris Rand Lusk to conduct this search. Inquiries, nominations, and applications may be directed in confidence to: Jack Lusk, Managing Partner or Siobhan McDermott Harris Rand Lusk 261 Madison Avenue, 11th Floor New York, NY 10016 smcdermott@harrisrand.com

Date posted: 1/20/2012
Staff Attorney (Approx. 25 hours/week)
Pro Bono Partnership, Inc.
Description:
The Pro Bono Partnership provides non-litigation, business and transactional legal services to nonprofit organizations serving the disadvantaged and enhancing the quality of life in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.  The Partnership works closely with volunteer lawyers to provide free legal services to community-based organizations that are providing health and human services, creating affordable housing, and revitalizing neighborhoods.
Responsibilities:
Supervised by the NY/CT Program Director and the Executive Director, the attorney will:

• Represent nonprofits on business legal matters;
• Handle resource queries from nonprofits and volunteers;
• Support/supervise volunteers;
• Conduct outreach to clients and other nonprofits;
• Create alliances in the NY/CT nonprofit community;
• Recruit volunteer attorneys from NY and CT corporations and law firms;
• Create model documents and legal publications relevant to nonprofits;
• Design/teach seminars on legal issues for clients and attorneys;
• Collaborate with other members of Partnership’s legal team; and
• Assist with program administration.

Requirements:  
At least three years’ experience in nonprofit law and/or one or more business law disciplines; employment law experience is very strongly preferred. Enthusiasm and the capability to promote pro bono work by the corporate and private bar are required. Also, the successful candidate must be a member of the NY and/or CT bar (strong preference to candidates admitted in both states). Experience in nonprofit management is a plus.
Range:
High 30’s to low 40’s depending on experience. Benefits include medical, vacation and sick time and 403b plan.
Contact:
Name:  Pro Bono Partnership Search Committee
Address:  237 Mamaroneck Avenue, Suite 300, White Plains, NY 10605
Fax: 914-328-0538
Email:  information@probonopartner.org
Notes: 
Interested applicants should submit resumes in confidence to Pro Bono Partnership Search Committee.  No phone inquiries, please.  The Pro Bono Partnership is an equal opportunity employer.  View complete notice at:  http://www.probonopartner.org

Date posted: 1/18/2012
National Director of Planned Giving
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Description: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.
Responsibilities: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), headquartered in White Plains and accessible by Metro North, seeks leadership for a robust program of life-income gifts and bequests. Responsible for marketing, soliciting and closing planned gifts, managing a $7-10 million bequest administration process, and assisting with non-cash donations. Planned Giving, along with the Major Gifts staff, works with offices across the U.S. and Canada to identify donors to support life-saving blood cancer research. The PG team includes an experienced Manager-Paralegal.
Requirements: Qualified candidates will also have a minimum of 5 - 7 years of development experience, a Bachelor's degree and more than 2 years of planned giving experience with a thorough understanding of the legal and tax aspects of charitable giving. Must be available to travel to meet with current and potential supporters. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in PG software.
Contact:
Name: Paulette Damiano
Email: hr@lls.org
Phone: 914-821-8239
Fax: 914-821-3239
Address: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society 1311 Mamaroneck Avenue, Ste 310 White Plains, NY 10605

Date posted: 1/9/2012
Development Associate  (Full-time Temp, January – April 2012)  
Blythedale Children’s Hospital
Description: Blythedale Children’s Hospital is dedicated to improving the health and quality of life of children. We change the lives of children with complex medical illnesses and disabling conditions through superb multi-disciplinary care, teaching, research and advocacy programs.
Responsibilities: Gift processing and acknowledgements, financial and fundraising reporting, maintenance of donor database (Raiser’s Edge) and central files, support for special events, and other duties as assigned.  Provides overall support to Development Office.  Major function of this position is to process and acknowledge all contributions.
Requirements: Raiser’s Edge and other office basics such as Microsoft Office Suite competency is a must, familiarity with Wealth Engine a plus, and ability to work well with donors and Board members preferred.  It is important that the candidate work cooperatively as a vital team member with the Development staff and other hospital departments.
Contact:
Name: Jane MacDonald
Email: jane.macdonald@blythedale.org
Notes:  Possibility of becoming permanent. 

Date posted: 1/9/2012
Vice President of Development and Communications
The New York Academy of Medicine
Description: The New York Academy of Medicine, founded in 1847, is a health-focused nonprofit committed to promoting the health of people in cities through innovative interdisciplinary approaches to policy, advocacy, research, evaluation, education and community engagement.
Responsibilities: NYAM seeks a VP Development and Communications with a minimum of 10 years’ experience to expand its public profile and foster the growth of fundraising programs while providing strategic direction and management for a staff of 11 professionals. VP will plan and direct a range of fund development strategies; identify, cultivate and solicit major donors; create appropriate special events; and grow the corporate and foundation funding base. He/she will also develop marketing and communication efforts, including the use of social media, to increase the visibility and understanding of the work and mission of NYAM. For full job description, visit www.harrisrand.com
Requirements: Master’s degree from an accredited school or equivalent education/experience. Minimum of ten years professional experience with proven success in fundraising and knowledge of development strategies within a comprehensive program. Effective leadership skills with experience in successfully directing others to promote an open, inclusive environment that emphasizes cooperation and teamwork. Ability to implement and oversee the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of private and public funders. Demonstrated expertise in marketing and communications, with both traditional and new media. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Intellectual curiosity about public health issues affecting urban populations and a commitment to the organization’s mission.
Range:  Commensurate with experience
Contact:
Name: Jack Lusk
Email: dgarcia@harrisrand.com
Phone: 212.808.8111
Fax: 212.391.7826
Address: Harris Rand Lusk 261 Madison Avenue, 11th Floor New York, NY 10016

Date posted: 1/6/2012
Development Associate
Sweeney & Associates, Inc.
Description:  Staffing specialists providing support personnel on temp/contract or perm basis.
Responsibilities: Development Associate reports to the Chief Development Officer, is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Office, ensuring that all gifts are properly processed and acknowledged, managing the donor data base, maintaining all systems, ordering supplies, responding to all requests for information, preparing regular reports from Raiser's Edge for staff and Board members, Finance Dept and Auditors. Receive donor calls, gifts, coordinate honorary & memorial giving campaigns, assist with events, materials, set up, etc.
Requirements: Bachelor's degree, experience in Raiser's Edge, excellent teamwork, organizational skills, ability to handle sensitive, confidential materials.
Range: $20-22.50/h
Contact:
Name: Kathy Stagg
Email: kstagg@sweeneyassociates.com
Phone: 914-761-4761
Fax: 914-761-4915
Address: One North Broadway White Plains, NY 10601