What are the responsibilities and job description for the Young Leadership Associate position at Friends of the Israel Defense Forces?

Job Description

Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) is a fundraising organization dedicated to 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 you!

POSITION SUMMARY :

FIDF is currently seeking a full-time Tri-State Young Leadership Associate who will report to the Associate Director, Tri-State Young Leadership and the National Young Leadership Director, being a key member of the dynamic, professional, and fast-paced National Young Leadership team. The Young Leadership Campaign focuses on engaging and fundraising within a core demographic of young professionals, ages 21-40, with a focus on creating impactful events, building relationships, and developing a pipeline of lay leadership talent.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of people, local Tri-State area demographics, and community dynamics. You have 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.

WHO YOU ARE :

Someone who understands and appreciates the importance of FIDF’s mission to support soldiers, families, and veterans of the Israel Defense Forces.
An individual who understands the unique needs and interests of the Tri-State area’s young professional demographic.
A results-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
A creative thinker who can identify opportunities to connect with young professionals and inspire their involvement.
Someone who thrives on meeting new people, building connections, and fostering community.
Highly detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
A proactive problem-solver who can anticipate challenges and develop solutions.
Confident, enthusiastic, and capable of building meaningful relationships with donors, volunteers, and partners.

WHAT YOU’LL DO :

Event Support : Assist with the logistics and execution for committee meetings, parlor meetings, Shabbat dinners, and large-scale parties, including venue arrangements, catering, registration, and materials

Communications : Manage local donor communications, respond to inquiries, and execute chapter e- blasts / newsletters.

Board Collaboration : Support Board members with donor cultivation and stewardship.

Meeting Coordination : Organize staff meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and track action items.

Donor Stewardship : Cultivate and retain Young Leadership donors while growing the donor base.

Fundraising Campaigns : Create and manage peer-to-peer campaigns and pipeline reports to support chapter growth.

Database Management : Maintain accurate donor records, contributions, and engagement history. Leverage the CRM platform to provide timely updates to the Chapter Associate Director and Board members.

Additional Duties : Assist with events, campaigns, and other tasks as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience in event planning, fundraising, or community building, especially large-scale events.

Knowledge of Tri-State young professionals supporting Israel and the IDF mission.

Passion for the FIDF mission.

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and multitasking ability.

Results-driven with innovative problem-solving and relationship-building skills.

Confident, persuasive, and able to inspire action.

Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and CRM tools (Raiser’s Edge preferred).

Willingness to travel locally and occasionally to Israel; evening and weekend availability required.

Benefits and compensation

Medical, Dental, Vision, Early dismal for Shabbat, 403b with employer matching, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, FSA, Jewish and Federal paid holidays, sick days and vacation

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

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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