Associate Director, Los Angeles

About UsFriends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) is a fundraising organization transforming the lives of the men and women of the IDF – Israel’s future leaders and society builders. We are fast‑paced, big‑thinking, and performance‑driven, and attract the brightest and most passionate who are professionally driven, personally motivated, and eager to make an impact. 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 youPosition SummaryFIDF is currently seeking an Associate Chapter Director, who will play a vital role in supporting and expanding the Chapter. This pivotal position directly reports to the Executive Director, ensuring a close alignment with the organization’s overall vision and strategic fundraising objectives. The role requires initiative, competitive drive, and unwavering focus on delivering results, even in the face of evolving circumstances. The Associate Chapter Director will be instrumental in building strong rapport and relationships with individuals and groups, necessitating an outgoing, poised, and persuasive communication style. Effectively utilizing the organizational systems and employing effective techniques for cultivating and stewarding gifts from individuals, foundations, and planned giving are essential components of achieving the desired outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesIdentify and cultivate relationships with potential donors, including individuals, corporations, foundations, and other organizations.Exemplify exceptional stewardship practices to ensure the retention and growth of existing donors.Develop and oversee comprehensive pipeline reports, serving as a strategic tool to drive chapter growth.Collaborate closely with Chapter Director, local Board members and lay leaders, serving as a valuable resource for their efforts in prospecting, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors.Plan, coordinate, and execute fundraising campaigns, such as annual appeals, crowdfunding initiatives, special events, and online giving campaigns.Effectively utilize the CRM platform in support of donor relationship management and as a means to monitor and evaluate fundraising performance, including tracking revenue, donor retention rates, campaign effectiveness, and return on investment.Provide support to Chapter Director and team members as needed. It is important for the Associate Chapter Director to have a sincere and genuine interest in the importance of FIDF’s mission of supporting soldiers, families, and veterans of the Israel Defense Forces.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesManages one (1) team member. Responsibilities include hiring, mentoring, and coaching; assigning and directing work; appraising performance; engaging employee.Key Performance IndicatorsFundraising goal to be determined.Identify, cultivate, and secure new donors, $1,800 and above, through targeted outreach, personalized stewardship, and effective relationship‑building strategies.Plan and execute events to drive awareness and engagement in FIDF.Utilize the chapter’s CRM data to inform decision‑making, enhance prospect management, and optimize fundraising efforts.Job CharacteristicsSense of urgency for goal achievement and managing varied activities.Results focus, innovative and creative problem solving.Relationship building focused on achieving results.Engage commitment of others.Confident, enthusiastic, persuasive influencer, stimulates others to action.Accountability for results.QualificationsBachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university preferred.Minimum 4 years sales or fundraising experience.Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications required and experience using CRM tools, with Raisers Edge experience preferred.Ability to travel locally required.Occasional evening and weekend work required.BenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision, Early dismissal for Shabbat, 403b with employer matching, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, FSA, Jewish and Federal paid holidays, sick days and vacation.Equal Opportunity StatementFIDF 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr