The James Beard Foundation New York , NY 11251
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The James Beard Foundation (“JBF”) is a vital cultural institution with deep roots honoring and advancing the culinary arts industry. JBF’s mission is to celebrate, support, and elevate the people behind America’s food culture and champion a standard of good food anchored in talent, equity, and sustainability. As a 501(c) (3) national non-profit organization, JBF brings its mission to life through the annual James Beard Awards, industry and community-focused initiatives and programs, advocacy, partnerships, and events across the country.
The James Beard Foundation is undergoing a period of organizational transformation and increased philanthropic support in FY23, including the launch of the silent phase of a new $15 Million campaign. As the Foundation continues to evolve to be an impact-first organization, building a culture of philanthropy and a robust Development Department are critical. Moving forward, the greatest philanthropic opportunity for the Foundation is to further develop a robust portfolio of philanthropic support through major gifts, special fundraising initiatives, fundraising events, and donor cultivation.
The Director of Major Gifts is a key role working within the Development Department, with a focus on campaign fundraising. Reporting to the Vice President of Development, the Director of Major Gifts will lead the strategic effort around our campaign, including: prospecting and management of the discovery process, campaign reporting, planning of cultivation events focused on campaign and major gifts prospects, coordinating with colleagues to identify opportunities for major gifts within our membership and other fundraising programs, and direct responsibility for a portfolio of up to 200 major gifts prospects in various stages of cultivation.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Requirements
To be effective in this role, key core competencies and personal characteristics include:
The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $115,000.
Benefits
JBF offers its employees a dynamic work environment with benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents; life insurance; flexible spending account; commuter benefits; retirement savings; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement/ professional development; and generous paid time off. We also offer fertility planning support and up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave. Additional perks include staff events, tickets to events at Platform by JBF (Pier 57), and much more.
The Foundation currently works a hybrid schedule that requires employees to be in our NYC office 2-3 days per week. This position is not eligible for relocation.
JBF requires all employees to be fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19 unless a medical or religious accommodation is needed in accordance with applicable law.
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