Campaign Assistant

About Us:

The Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte (JFGC) is a non-profit community building organization supporting a $7 million annual fundraising campaign. We impact and enrich lives here at home and around the world every day, supporting more than 60 Jewish organizations and initiatives that build community, foster Jewish identity, and nurture and care for the Jewish people. As part of a network of more than 140 Federations across North America, we are a vibrant community hub that connects resources, volunteers, leaders, and expertise to care for people in need, advocate for Israel, and ensure a thriving and sustainable Jewish future.

Our greatest resource is our people — the staff, volunteers, partners, and leaders who help make greater Charlotte’s Jewish community a welcoming home. We offer a collaborative, friendly, inspiring, and flexible work environment. We are one of Charlotte's most highly respected philanthropic organizations and we are currently seeking a Database Coordinator to join our team.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Chief Development & Marketing Officer, this position provides administrative support for professional staff in all development-related activities. The Campaign Assistant will work to ensure high standards in data integrity and maintain accurate, effective, and accessible records and reports that support Federation’s fundraising, prospecting, campaign, and event activities.

Job Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions:

• Prepare various correspondences as needed; meticulously proofread content to ensure accuracy.

• Continual data entry of pledges and payments into CRM.

• Update donor information in CRM.

• Maintain data integrity in CRM.

• Assist staff with creating and maintaining events in the event module of CRM.

• Assist in planning and execution of campaign events.

• Assist in pledge card process for all fundraising events throughout the year.

• Produce pledge and payment acknowledgement letters and postcards.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.

• Proven experience working with enterprise database applications including Customer or Donor Relationship Management (CRM) Software.

• Proven experience and comfort learning new software.

• Ability to partner with cross-department colleagues in a professional and collaborative manner.

• Excellent verbal communication skills and ability to actively listen.

• Detail-oriented, organized, accountable, deadline-driven, and solution focused.

• Effective team player with the ability to work collaboratively with others.

• Well-developed customer services skills, exercise poise, tact, and diplomacy, including exceptional telephone etiquette.

• Self-motivated with ability to prioritize multiple demands and meet deadlines.

• Possess a positive attitude and be a proven team player.

• Ability to manage confidential financial and personal information with discretion and sensitivity.

Preferred Education:

Associate’s degree preferred but not required.

Required Work Experience:

• 1-3 years of administrative related work experience. CRM experience a plus.

Other Job-Related Requirements:

• This position requires weekday office hours plus occasional weekends or evenings with the ability to create a limited hybrid work environment.

• This position is based in the greater Charlotte area.

How We Care For YOU:

The Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. More information about our organization is available at www.jewishcharlotte.org.

Interested candidates should direct inquiries, resumes, and cover letters to

Sam Bernstein, Chief Development and Marketing Officer

sam.bernstein@jewishcharlotte.org

The Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte proudly offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes:

➢ Four Weeks of Paid Time Off, Days Off for Jewish Holy Days, and Early Closure for Shabbat

➢ Generous Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Benefits

➢ 401k Plan with an Employer Contribution and Match

➢ Professional Development and Skill Building Opportunities

➢ Flexible and Hybrid Work Environment

➢ Shalom Park Discounts for JCC Membership and Shalom Park Schools

➢ Free and Accessible Parking

Pay: From $44,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Charlotte, NC 28226