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The primary responsibilities for this role will include: • Provide direct administrative and operational support to the Chief Philanthropy Officer • Serve as a key administrative and operational resource to all members of the Philanthropy Team. • Provide support to the Senior Director of Philanthropy, Annual Campaign, through data management, reporting, donor tracking, and administrative follow-up. • Manage the annual Donor Honor Roll process in partnership with the Operations team, ensuring accurate donor recognition and acknowledgment. • Work with the Marketing team to ensure regular updating of Philanthropy-related content on the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston website. • Process pledge submissions, gift documentation, donor records, and other fundraising-related transactions in a timely and accurate manner. • Coordinate expense reporting, invoice processing, purchase requests, and other departmental administrative functions. • Assist with scheduling donor visits, volunteer meetings, campaign appointments, and philanthropy-related meetings. • Prepare donor materials, briefings, stewardship packets, nametags, and presentations. • Assist with the coordination and execution of philanthropy events, stewardship activities, donor recognition initiatives, and campaign programs. • Maintain accurate donor records, engagement history, and fundraising activity within the organization’s CRM system. • Work collaboratively with philanthropy colleagues, operations staff, marketing, and other departments to maximize organizational effectiveness and donor service. • Provide exceptional customer service and responsive communication to donors, volunteers, and community stakeholders. QUALIFICATIONS • College Degree preferred • Minimum three to five years of professional administrative, nonprofit, fundraising, or related experience preferred • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail • Strong project management and time management abilities • Team player and self-starter • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Strong customer service orientation and interpersonal skills • Experience working with databases, CRM systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other business software programs • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion • Experience supporting multiple team members in a fast-paced environment • Ability to work independently and collaboratively • Understanding of the Jewish community preferred • Must be able to attend occasional evening and weekend events PHYSICAL DEMANDS This job requires prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer, frequent hearing and talking. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. BENEFITS • 401K Matching • Health Benefits • HSA or HRA contribution • Group Term Life Insurance • Paid time off • Usual National plus Jewish holidays off • Other optional benefits available include Dental, Vision, FSA, DCA, and LPFSA • Updated July 21, 2026 Back to Career Opportunities