Advancement Associate

Job Title: Advancement Associate
Location: Akiba Yavneh Academy, Dallas, Texas
Reports To: Director Marketing and Communications
Position Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Akiba Yavneh Academy is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Advancement Associate to support the school’s advancement team, including marketing and communications, donor stewardship, community and alumni engagement, and event planning and management. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a proactive and positive mindset, and a passion for Jewish education.

Key Responsibilities

Marketing and Communications

• Assist in website maintenance, ensuring content is current and compelling.

• Help create and schedule social media content.

• Coordinate with faculty, staff, and parent volunteers to promote school events and initiatives.

Donor Stewardship

• Work directly with the Director of Development to execute all fundraising initiatives.

• Process and acknowledge gifts, ensuring timely and personalized donor recognition.

• Maintain donor records and track contributions using the school’s fundraising database.

Community and Alumni Engagement

• Assist in developing and executing communication strategies to engage donors, alumni, parents and the broader school community.

• Maintain an alumni database.

• Serve as the point of contact for alumni inquiries.

Event Planning & Execution

• Assist in planning and executing all advancement events, including admissions, development and community events.

• Coordinate logistics, including vendor management and on-site event support.

• Provide post-event reporting and follow-up communications.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• Experience in fundraising, communications, development, or a related field (nonprofit or education sector experience a plus).
• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with donor databases (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Veracross, or similar CRM systems) preferred.
• Experience with social media management and digital marketing tools is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also managing independent tasks.

• A commitment to the mission and values of Akiba Yavneh Academy.

Compensation & Benefits

• $60,000-65,000 annual salary depending on experience and qualifications.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

• A supportive and collegial work environment in a thriving school community.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to NSolomon@AkibaYavneh.org with "Advancement Associate Application" in the subject line.