Development Director

About Us  

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. Our community of supporters and staff are passionate, courageous, and impactful. Our work is driven by core values that transcend gender, age, political leanings, nationality, and religion. Our vital mission and breadth of programs resonate with a diverse array of supporters – all are welcome!

About The Role

The Development Director for New England will play a pivotal role in advancing the chapter’s mission by fostering relationships with donors, creating and executing strategies for donor engagement, and supporting growth and development. This position requires a results-driven professional who can manage multiple responsibilities, effectively utilize CRM tools, and collaborate with stakeholders to achieve fundraising goals.

Essential Job Duties 

• Support New England team with implementation of expansion strategies for achieving chapter’s objectives and fundraising goals 
• Steward existing donors for retention and growth through personalized outreach, meetings, and tailored engagement opportunities
• Identify, cultivate and solicit new donors, with a focus on NH, RI and/or Central/Western MA 
• Work closely with Executive Director to develop emerging and untapped markets 
• Manage initiatives and assist with development of lay lead committees for key affinity groups
• Assist with planning and execution of a diverse range of events across New England
• Grow foundation giving by managing renewal/reporting and proposal submission process
• Occasional evening/weekend programming

Position Qualifications  

• 5+ years of demonstrated success in fundraising, stewardship and event planning/coordination
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with donors and stakeholders
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment
• Commitment to integrity, ethics, and discretion
• High-level proficiency with fundraising software, CRM tools and Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of Raiser’s Edge a plus
• Familiarity with the New England community preferred 

Location

• Remote work but candidates should live in the Greater Boston Area
• Regional (New England) travel for meetings and/or events on weekdays and some weekends

Benefits and compensation   

• 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  
• Compensation is commensurate with experience.   

FIDF is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.