Senior Philanthropy Officer, PJ Library - Florida and Southern States - Harold Grinspoon Foundation

POSITION SPECIFICATION

Harold Grinspoon Foundation / PJ Library

Senior Philanthropy Officer, PJ Library – Florida and Southern States

Southeastern U.S. (Remote; preferably based in Southeast Florida)

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

PJ Library—a globally recognized signature initiative of the Harold Grinspoon Foundation—is seeking a Senior Philanthropy Officer (SPO) to advance its ambitious major gift fundraising efforts across Florida and the Southern United States. Reporting to the Chief of Philanthropy and serving as a senior member of the national advancement team, the SPO will build and manage a portfolio of high-capacity donors and prospects with the ability to steward and secure gifts of $25,000 and above.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and motivated fundraiser to grow a regional portfolio with independence and creativity, while benefiting from the strategy, resources, and camaraderie of a nationally coordinated development team. The SPO will collaborate across departments, engage with implementing partners in select communities, and serve as a key partner to the President and other senior leaders in cultivating and soliciting major donors.

Key responsibilities include:

Major Gifts Fundraising & Portfolio Management

• Build and manage a portfolio of 100+ major donors and prospects throughout Florida and the Southern U.S., focusing on securing gifts of $25,000 and above.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual, foundation, and corporate donors aligned with PJ Library’s mission and funding priorities.
• Serve as the lead relationship manager and collaborate with senior leadership and lay partners to deepen donor engagement and close major gifts.

Donor Engagement & Stewardship

• Plan and execute strategic donor visits, events, and touchpoints—both in-person and virtual—across the Southeast region.
• Collaborate with program and grants staff to craft compelling proposals, impact reports, and personalized donor communications.
• Ensure timely and thoughtful stewardship for all donors in the portfolio, fostering long-term relationships and increasing philanthropic investment.
• Monitor and report on portfolio progress using Raiser’s Edge NXT and meet annual performance goals for donor engagement and revenue.

Organizational Collaboration & Partner Support

• Serve as an active member of the national advancement team, ensuring alignment between regional work and broader fundraising strategy.
• Coordinate with colleagues across departments to deliver a cohesive donor experience and share insights on donor interests and trends.
• Build and maintain relationships with select PJ Library implementing partners to support collaborative fundraising and joint cultivation efforts.

ABOUT THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

The SPO will be a confident and mission-aligned frontline fundraiser, bringing strong instincts for donor strategy, relationship-building, and cross-functional collaboration. They will thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and play a central role in growing PJ Library’s philanthropic impact.

The ideal candidate will bring:

• 10+ years of frontline fundraising experience with a strong track record of securing 5-7-figure gifts.
• Proven success managing donor portfolios and leading personalized cultivation and solicitation strategies.
• An ability to align donors with both national and local impact across a complex organization.
• Experience partnering with senior executives and board members on major gift engagement.
• Knowledge of the Jewish philanthropic landscape; familiarity with Southeastern Florida and the Southern U.S. is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in CRM systems; experience with Raiser’s Edge NXT is a plus.

As a professional, you are:

• A natural relationship builder who earns trust and inspires action.
• Entrepreneurial and results-oriented, with the ability to work independently.
• Strategic, organized, and able to manage competing priorities with care.
• A collaborative colleague who contributes to a positive, high-performing team culture.
• Personally inspired by and deeply committed to PJ Library’s mission to enrich Jewish family life.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Based in the Southeastern U.S., preferably with experience in Southeastern Florida.
• Willingness to travel frequently within the region and occasionally to Aspen, CO and HGF headquarters in Agawam, MA; availability to attend donor meetings and events during evenings and weekends as needed.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The salary range for this role is $175,000–$190,000, commensurate with experience. The Harold Grinspoon Foundation offers a generous benefits package and a mission-driven, team-oriented culture.

TO APPLY: Please submit your resume and a thoughtful cover letter.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

PJ Library, a program of the Harold Grinspoon Foundation (HGF), is an internationally recognized $45M+ global cultural literacy venture that partners with philanthropists and Jewish communities around the world to provide families raising Jewish children with the gift of free, high-quality children’s books and resources that foster deeper engagement with Jewish life.

Founded in 1991 by real estate entrepreneur Harold Grinspoon, the Harold Grinspoon Foundation is one of the most entrepreneurial and results-driven organizations in the Jewish philanthropic landscape. Based in Agawam, MA, with approximately 150 employees, HGF offers the long-term stability of a well-established foundation, the creative energy of a fast-paced venture, and the collaborative environment of a mission-driven team committed to enhancing Jewish life across the globe.

The Harold Grinspoon Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

For more information about HGF and PJ Library, please visit www.hgf.org.