Community Development Associate Jobs in Washington, DC

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! 

FIDF spans 25 chapters across the United States, proudly offering a variety of innovative programs and opportunities. Our workplace is vibrant and dynamic, encouraging bold creativity, ingenuity, and vision. We’re searching for new talent to contribute to our mission and team. 

About You

You are mission-driven with a broad range of interests, solid technical aptitude, and an eagerness to contribute and grow. You have a can-do attitude, a customer-service approach, and enjoy working collaboratively. You have initiative, coupled with a sense of competitive drive, and the ability to stay focused on results.

You are willing to take risks and are not afraid to ask for help. You seek a caring team culture that supports not only investing in our donor relationships but also in the strong connections among staff who are the root of our success. You are excited to work with our Regional and National teams to elevate each other’s work.

About the Role

Welcome to the MidAtlantic Regional Team! You are part of the fastest-growing region of FIDF. We represent entrepreneurial Zionism for the Diaspora! We serve communities throughout Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia, Georgia, West Virginia, Delaware, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, and Kentucky. The focus of this job is to establish a meaningful presence for FIDF throughout the MidAtlantic region with a primary focus on the Maryland-Delaware chapter and associated communities, working towards results that are aligned with the MidAtlantic Region’s annual multimillion-dollar goals and to deeply educate and engage community members in the work of FIDF.

We are invested in strengthening ties to Israel and the IDF by building rapport and relationships with individuals and groups and requires an outgoing, poised, and persuasive communication style.

Emphasis is on results, relationship building and effective use of the organizational systems; to cultivate or steward gifts from, individuals and foundations.

Essential Job Duties

• Managea personalfundraising portfolioof approximately 150donors 
• Conduct research to identify potential donors within the $1,000-$25,000 giving range and analyze donor interests, giving history, and philanthropic capacity
• Work withtheregionaland chapterstafftobuild up local advisory groupsof lay leaders to support your work.
• Create personalized engagement and stewardship strategies for prospective and existing donors and assist in organizing cultivation events, donor tours, and informational sessions 
• Draft personalized solicitation letters, emails, and proposals. Maintain regular contact with donors through updates and impact reports
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date donor records in the organization's CRM system (Raiser’s Edge). Track donor interactions and communication history
• Work with the Regional Operationsstafftoensure donors receiveacknowledgment lettersand receipts promptly
• Planand executefundraising events targetingdemographically or geographically focuseddonorsin collaboration withregional staff and resources.
• Support recruitment and event logistics for events in partnership with regional and chapter team members.
• Identify opportunities for donors to get involved beyond financial contributions

Key Performance Indicators

• Find and secure new donors >$1,000 
• Plan and execute small events to drive awareness and engagement of FIDF
• Expand current portfolio by 20% annually
• Effective implementation of moves management for strategic donor base

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 2-5 yrs experience working ina sales, fundraising or comparable role 
• Innovative and creativeproblem-solving 
• Ability to work independently andremotelyfromotherteammembers
• Relationship building focused on achieving results 
• Engagethecommitment of others
• Confident, enthusiastic, persuasive influencer, stimulates others to action
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications 
• Ability to travelregionally (Regional office located near Washington DC)
• Occasional evening and working on Sundays required

The Development Associate needs 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. 

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

 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.