Associate Director, SNJ-Philadelphia

Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF); Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) in the Philadelphia area seeks a seasoned front-line fundraiser to lead donor engagement and major gifts. The role focuses on building relationships across lower, mid, and major donors, coordinating community events, and working with volunteers to grow giving.

The successful candidate will have at least five years of frontline fundraising experience, excellent written and verbal communication skills, proficiency with donor databases, and the energy to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• A minimum of 5 years front-line fundraising experience.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written; skill in presenting oneself and communication in a manner that is clear, effective and inspiring.
• Excellent interpersonal diplomatic skills, along with the ability to lead with integrity and inspiration; must be flexible and able to work with volunteer lay leaders.
• Possess high levels of enthusiasm and energy; be self-motivated, organized and able to work well under pressure and handle multiple projects at one time.
• A passion for the FIDF mission and the ability to communicate it and influence others.
• Experience using donor management database systems to maximize fundraising results.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); Raiser's Edge database knowledge a plus, or similar CRM.
• Experience writing and creating engaging newsletters and/or brag sheets for donors.
• Demonstrated experience using social media as a platform to promote and communicate chapter and National events.
• Ability to secure major gifts
• Primary donor engagement and stewardship of the SNJ-PA community
• Develop new communities in SNJ-PA..
• Identify prospective donors through analysis, networking, outreach, and engagement strategies.
• Develop and cultivate one-to-one relationships with lower, mid, big level donors to increase annual giving.
• Coordinate fundraising activities including but not limited to community wide events, parlor meetings, etc.
• Participate in active solicitation of existing and potential donors according to an annual work plan and fundraising goal.
• Develop and support a cadre of volunteers to assist with donor solicitation, engagement, and stewardship.
• Assist with the cultivation of Foundations
• Develop an online and offline recognition campaign.
• Work during some evening and weekend events.
• Some travel within the area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Develop and cultivate donor relationships to increase annual giving.
• Identify prospective donors through networking, outreach, and engagement strategies.
• Coordinate fundraising activities including events and parlor meetings.
• Participate in active solicitation of donors according to annual plan and goals.
• Develop and support volunteers to assist with donor solicitation and stewardship.
• Assist with cultivation of Foundations and recognition campaigns.
• Work evening and weekend events as needed.
• Travel within the area.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor engagement

Communication skills

Relationship building

Volunteer management

Event coordination

CRM systems

Raiser's Edge

Newsletter writing

Social media outreach

Time management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Raiser's Edge

Job description

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• A minimum of 5 years front-line fundraising experience.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written; skill in presenting oneself and communication in a manner that is clear, effective and inspiring.
• Excellent interpersonal diplomatic skills, along with the ability to lead with integrity and inspiration; must be flexible and able to work with volunteer lay leaders.
• Possess high levels of enthusiasm and energy; be self-motivated, organized and able to work well under pressure and handle multiple projects at one time.
• A passion for the FIDF mission and the ability to communicate it and influence others.
• Experience using donor management database systems to maximize fundraising results.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); Raiser's Edge database knowledge a plus, or similar CRM.
• Experience writing and creating engaging newsletters and/or brag sheets for donors.
• Demonstrated experience using social media as a platform to promote and communicate chapter and National events.
• Ability to secure major gifts
• Primary donor engagement and stewardship of the SNJ-PA community
• Develop new communities in SNJ-PA..
• Identify prospective donors through analysis, networking, outreach, and engagement strategies.
• Develop and cultivate one-to-one relationships with lower, mid, big level donors to increase annual giving.
• Coordinate fundraising activities including but not limited to community wide events, parlor meetings, etc.
• Participate in active solicitation of existing and potential donors according to an annual work plan and fundraising goal.
• Develop and support a cadre of volunteers to assist with donor solicitation, engagement, and stewardship.
• Assist with the cultivation of Foundations
• Develop an online and offline recognition campaign.
• Work during some evening and weekend events.
• Some travel within the area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This role is integral to the success of FIDF Western Region's operations and development activities. If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a passion for supporting executive leadership and fostering collaboration.

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

FIDF is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by federal and State laws.