Director of Fundraising and Communications
Jewish Social Services Madison, Madison, WI, United States
Director of Fundraising and Communications
Jewish Social Services of Madison (JSS)
Madison, WI | Full-Time
About JSS For over 40 years, Jewish Social Services of Madison (JSS) has helped individuals and families build stability, connection, and self-sufficiency across generations and cultures. Rooted in Jewish values and a strong commitment to the Jewish community, JSS serves people of all backgrounds—ensuring access to basic needs while supporting mental and physical health, caring for seniors, offering spiritual support, providing emergency assistance, and welcoming refugees and immigrants.
The Opportunity JSS is seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Fundraising and Communications to lead our revenue generation and storytelling efforts. This is a senior leadership role for someone who can both build meaningful donor relationships and craft compelling narratives that inspire giving. If you’re equal parts relationship-builder, strategist, and storyteller, and you want your work to matter in a very real, human way, this role was built for you.
What You’ll Do: Fundraising & Donor Engagement
Collaborate on the development of a comprehensive fundraising strategy
Cultivate and steward relationships with individual, corporate, and foundation donors
Partner with the Executive Director and Board on major gifts
Lead fundraising campaigns, appeals, and donor communications
Oversee donor database management, gift processing, and revenue tracking
Communications & Marketing
Lead JSS’s communications strategy across all platforms
Oversee social media, email newsletters, and website content
Develop marketing materials and campaign messaging
Ensure consistent, compelling storytelling that reflects JSS’s impact
Grow community engagement and visibility
Events & Community Engagement
Partner on fundraising and community events
Represent JSS externally at events and in the community
Strengthen relationships across the Madison community
Leadership & Strategy
Supervise communications and development staff and/or contractors
Collaborate with program teams to elevate impact stories
Align fundraising and communications into a unified annual plan
Track performance metrics and continuously improve strategy
What You Bring
5+ years of experience in fundraising, communications, or a related field
Demonstrated success in donor engagement and revenue generation
Strong writing and storytelling skills
Experience with CRM systems (e.g., DonorPerfect, Salesforce)
Experience managing digital communications (social media, email, website)
Ability to manage multiple priorities and think strategically
Comfort engaging with donors, leadership, and community partners
Bonus Points If You Have
Experience in a nonprofit or human services setting
Event planning experience
Experience supervising staff or managing external vendors
Compensation & Details
Full-time, exempt position
Salary: $75,000
Includes a comprehensive total benefits package
Occasional evening/weekend hours for events
Based in Madison, WI
Equal Opportunity Employer JSS is committed to building an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, or any other protected status.
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Jewish Social Services of Madison (JSS)
Madison, WI | Full-Time
About JSS For over 40 years, Jewish Social Services of Madison (JSS) has helped individuals and families build stability, connection, and self-sufficiency across generations and cultures. Rooted in Jewish values and a strong commitment to the Jewish community, JSS serves people of all backgrounds—ensuring access to basic needs while supporting mental and physical health, caring for seniors, offering spiritual support, providing emergency assistance, and welcoming refugees and immigrants.
The Opportunity JSS is seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Fundraising and Communications to lead our revenue generation and storytelling efforts. This is a senior leadership role for someone who can both build meaningful donor relationships and craft compelling narratives that inspire giving. If you’re equal parts relationship-builder, strategist, and storyteller, and you want your work to matter in a very real, human way, this role was built for you.
What You’ll Do: Fundraising & Donor Engagement
Collaborate on the development of a comprehensive fundraising strategy
Cultivate and steward relationships with individual, corporate, and foundation donors
Partner with the Executive Director and Board on major gifts
Lead fundraising campaigns, appeals, and donor communications
Oversee donor database management, gift processing, and revenue tracking
Communications & Marketing
Lead JSS’s communications strategy across all platforms
Oversee social media, email newsletters, and website content
Develop marketing materials and campaign messaging
Ensure consistent, compelling storytelling that reflects JSS’s impact
Grow community engagement and visibility
Events & Community Engagement
Partner on fundraising and community events
Represent JSS externally at events and in the community
Strengthen relationships across the Madison community
Leadership & Strategy
Supervise communications and development staff and/or contractors
Collaborate with program teams to elevate impact stories
Align fundraising and communications into a unified annual plan
Track performance metrics and continuously improve strategy
What You Bring
5+ years of experience in fundraising, communications, or a related field
Demonstrated success in donor engagement and revenue generation
Strong writing and storytelling skills
Experience with CRM systems (e.g., DonorPerfect, Salesforce)
Experience managing digital communications (social media, email, website)
Ability to manage multiple priorities and think strategically
Comfort engaging with donors, leadership, and community partners
Bonus Points If You Have
Experience in a nonprofit or human services setting
Event planning experience
Experience supervising staff or managing external vendors
Compensation & Details
Full-time, exempt position
Salary: $75,000
Includes a comprehensive total benefits package
Occasional evening/weekend hours for events
Based in Madison, WI
Equal Opportunity Employer JSS is committed to building an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, or any other protected status.
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