Development & Legacy Giving Manager

Development & Legacy Giving ManagerB’nai B’rith InternationalWashington, DCB’nai B’rith International is the leading Jewish humanitarian, human rights, and advocacy organization. Founded in 1843, B’nai B’rith is committed to fighting anti-Semitism, promoting Jewish unity, supporting the State of Israel, and championing the cause of human rights around the world. As a global voice of the Jewish people, the organization carries out community action, public diplomacy, and philanthropic programs that strengthen Jewish life and advance social welfare.The Development & Legacy Giving Manager serves a key role within B’nai B’rith’s Development Department. Reporting directly to the COO and working in coordination with the Vice President of Development & Strategic Initiatives, the Manager is responsible for supporting and advancing the organization’s fundraising initiatives with a primary focus on planned giving, grant writing, and donor stewardship. The ideal candidate is a strategic, organized, mid-career philanthropic professional with expertise in nonprofit fundraising and planned giving vehicles along with a passion for the mission of B’nai B’rith.Essential Duties & Responsibilities•        Coordinate closely with the Vice President of Development & Strategic Initiatives to ensure alignment with the organization’s overall fundraising strategy and priorities.•        Implement and manage the day-to-day activities of the organization’s planned giving program, including bequests, charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts and beneficiary designations.•        Manage administration of existing legacy giving vehicles while maintaining accurate records and income forecasts.Areas of Focus•        Planned & Legacy Givingo  Implement and manage the day-to-day activities of the organization’s planned giving program including bequests, charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, and beneficiary designations.o  Manage administration of existing legacy giving vehicles (CGAs, Bequests, etc.), while maintaining meticulous records, documentation, and income forecasts.o  Field and respond to inquiries from prospects, attorneys, and advisors with professionalism and accuracy.o  Utilize Crescendo Interactive to generate donor profiles, agreements, personalized gift projections, and donor illustrations, as well as develop marketing materials.o  Identify, cultivate, and steward planned giving prospects through personalized outreach.o  Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote legacy giving opportunities, including print and digital communications, seminars, and one-on-one consultations.o  Serve as a knowledgeable resource on gift planning vehicles, working with donors’ financial and legal advisors as appropriate.•        Program-Specific Campaigns & Grantso  Support the development and implementation of fundraising initiatives for B’nai B’rith programs.o  Research and identify aligned foundation and institutional funding opportunities.o  Write and submit compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports to foundation and institutional donors.o  Implement and maintain campaign calendars, ensuring timely submissions, reporting, and compliance with funder requirements.o  Coordinate messaging, deliverables, and submission schedules across departments.•        Donor Stewardship & Operationso  Identify new prospects to grow donor portfolios and increase support for the organization.o  Implement donor stewardship activities that reinforce the impact of giving and strengthen donor relationships. Ensure the timely and personalized acknowledgment of all gifts, including thank-you letters, impact reports, and recognition opportunities.o  Leverage the donor database (DonorPerfect) to track prospect activity, manage pipelines, and generate reports.o  Prepare reports, campaign trackers, and analysis as needed.o  Other tasks as assigned.Qualifications•        Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in nonprofit development work•        Experience in planned giving, development operations, and grant writing strongly preferred•        Exceptional project management skills and attention to detail •        Strong knowledge of planned giving instruments (bequests, CRTs, CGAs, etc.) and the legal and tax frameworks that govern them•        Proficiency with CRM platforms (Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, DonorPerfect, or equivalent)•        Ability to multitask effectively and calmly in a dynamic setting •        Knowledge of Jewish communal philanthropy and alignment with B’nai B’rith’s mission a plus•        Bachelor’s degreeCompensation & BenefitsThis is a full-time, exempt position with a salary range of $65,000-$75,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications. B’nai B’rith International offers vacation and sick leave, most federal and Jewish holidays, short and long-term disability, life, medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending plans and 403(b) plan.B’nai B’rith International is an equal opportunity employer. To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@bnaibrith.org.