Southeast Regional Fundraising Specialist

2 weeks ago

Atlanta, Georgia, United States Friends of the Israel Defense Forces Full time
Position Overview

Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) is a humanitarian organization dedicated to providing transformative support for the brave individuals serving in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Our mission is to enhance their lives through various educational, financial, wellness, and cultural initiatives, ensuring a secure and prosperous Israel for generations to come.

Our team is composed of passionate and impactful individuals who are committed to our core values, which transcend various demographics. We welcome a diverse range of supporters and staff who resonate with our vital mission and extensive programs.

We foster a dynamic and vibrant workplace that encourages creativity, innovation, and vision. We are looking for talented individuals to contribute to our mission and become part of our dedicated team.

About You

You are driven by a mission and possess a wide array of interests, along with a strong technical aptitude. Your proactive attitude and customer-oriented approach enable you to thrive in collaborative environments. You demonstrate initiative and possess a competitive spirit, maintaining a focus on achieving results.

You are open to taking risks and are comfortable seeking assistance when needed. You value a supportive team culture that emphasizes nurturing donor relationships and fostering strong connections among staff, which are essential to our success. You are eager to collaborate with our Local, Regional, and National teams to enhance collective efforts.

Role Responsibilities

This position focuses on expanding FIDF's presence in the Southeastern States, particularly Georgia, with an emphasis on achieving the chapter's multimillion-dollar annual goals while educating and engaging community members about FIDF's mission.

Building strong relationships with individuals and groups is essential, requiring an outgoing and persuasive communication style.

The role prioritizes results, relationship development, and effective utilization of organizational systems to cultivate and manage contributions from individuals and foundations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee a personal fundraising portfolio of approximately 150 donors.
  • Conduct research to identify potential donors within the $1,000-$25,000 giving range, analyzing their interests, giving history, and philanthropic capacity.
  • Collaborate with the Vice President and Chapter Associate Director to identify key community leaders.
  • Develop personalized engagement and stewardship strategies for both prospective and existing donors, assisting in organizing cultivation events and informational sessions.
  • Draft tailored solicitation letters, emails, and proposals while maintaining regular communication with donors through updates and impact reports.
  • Ensure accurate and current donor records in the organization's CRM system. Track donor interactions and communication history.
  • Provide timely and accurate reporting to the Vice President and Chapter Associate Director.
  • Create and manage peer-to-peer fundraising initiatives.
  • Support the Vice President and Chapter Associate Director in public presentations to engage various groups of participants, volunteers, and donors.

Performance Metrics

  • Identify and secure new donors contributing over $1,000.
  • Plan and execute small events to enhance awareness and engagement with FIDF.
  • Expand the current donor portfolio by 20% annually.
  • Effectively implement moves management for strategic donor engagement.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in sales, fundraising, or a comparable role.
  • Demonstrated innovative and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and remotely from other team members.
  • Strong relationship-building skills focused on achieving results.
  • A sense of urgency in goal achievement and managing diverse activities.
  • Accountability for results.
  • Confident and persuasive communicator, inspiring others to take action.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications.
  • Willingness to travel throughout the region.
  • Remote work location may be considered based on qualifications.
  • Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.
  • Regular travel around the region to build relationships and achieve goals.

The Regional Development Associate should possess a genuine interest in supporting the mission of FIDF, which focuses on aiding soldiers, families, and veterans of the Israel Defense Forces.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, early dismissal for Shabbat, a 403b plan with employer matching, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, and paid holidays, sick days, and vacation.

FIDF is an equal opportunity employer 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.

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