Senior Development Associate

Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) was established in 1981 by a group of Holocaust survivors to provide for the education and wellbeing of the men and women who serve in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) as well as the families of fallen soldiers. Headquartered in New York City, FIDF is a 501c3 not-for-profit corporation that operates 24 regional offices in the United States and Panama.

FIDF offers educational, cultural, recreational, and social services programs and facilities that provide hope, purpose, and life-changing support for the soldiers who protect Israel and Jews worldwide. Their job is to look after Israel. Ours is to look after them.

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Senior Development Associate in Community Engagement plays a pivotal role in supporting multiple team leads across the FIDF Community Engagement Department. This position focuses on facilitating collaboration, offering strategic support, and ensuring seamless execution of key initiatives. The Senior Development Associate will be responsible for identifying opportunities through research, assisting team leads in their specific areas of support, and helping to align efforts with FIDF’s broader mission. The ideal candidate will possess a sophisticated, diplomatic, and adaptable personality, comfortable working across teams and engaging with stakeholders at various levels. A genuine passion for FIDF’s mission to support current soldiers, veterans, and their families is essential.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Benefits and compensation

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.

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