Senior Associate Director, Long Island

Friends Of The Israel Defense Forces (Fidf) • New York, NY

335d • $95,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) is a humanitarian nonprofit that provides life-changing support for the courageous young men and women of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). We transform their lives through empowering educational, financial, well-being, and cultural initiatives as they protect the State of Israel and her people. Inspired by them, we strive to champion a culture of courage worldwide, ensuring a secure and thriving Israel today and forever. Whether energized by making a difference in the lives of Israel's soldiers, wounded veterans, and bereaved families, or by providing hope and life-changing support to a population of diverse ethnicities, religions, and socioeconomic backgrounds, FIDF is for you! Our workplace is vibrant and dynamic, encouraging bold creativity, ingenuity, and vision.

Requirements

• 8-10 years of proven experience in donor stewardship, fundraising campaigns, and event coordination.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, or a related field.
• Proven experience in donor stewardship, fundraising campaigns, and event planning and execution.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• High level of proficiency with fundraising software, CRM tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with donors and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with the Long Island community.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Raiser's Edge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the chapter director to design and implement strategies, aimed at expanding the donor base and achieving the chapter's key objectives effectively.
• Identify, cultivate, and engage new donors contributing 5,000 or more annually, focusing on both North Shore and South Shore communities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with high-capacity donors through personalized outreach, meetings, and tailored engagement opportunities.
• Partner in the planning and actively support the execution of a diverse range of events, including but not limited to the North Shore and South Shore galas.
• Focus on developing untapped areas with high growth potential, such as Woodbury, Dix Hills, West Hempstead and other emerging communities on Long Island.
• Create engagement opportunities to engage new donors and offer impactful experiences for supporters.
• Focus on developing and engaging foundations.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Early dismissal for Shabbat
• 403b with employer matching
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• FSA
• Jewish and Federal paid holidays
• Sick days and vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree