What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Associate position at Jewish Institute for National Security of America (JINSA)?
Job Description :
The Jewish Institute for National Security of America (JINSA), a non-profit, non-partisan policy organization focused on strengthening U.S. national security and the U.S.-Israel security relationship, seeks a motivated and mission driven individual to join our team as a Development Associate to assist with foundation and donor research / cultivation, grant application and report writing, database management, donor outreach, and more.
This is a full-time position. Applicants should be based in Washington, DC. This position will report to the Director of Development and Managing Director.
Duties :
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective foundations and donors.
- Research and identify prospective funding opportunities relevant to the organization’s mission.
- Conduct research on existing and prospective donors and foundations.
- Database and email list maintenance and management (Raiser’s Edge / Constant Contact).
- Creation and tracking of renewal / acknowledgement letters to donors, gift and registration fee reports for CFO.
- Assist in planning and executing fundraising events and meetings.
- Work on grant proposals and reports.
- Respond to funder questions and concerns.
Some domestic travel may be required.
Qualifications / Skills :
Compensation : JINSA offers a very competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and great benefits.
To Apply : Please send your cover letter, resume, and a brief writing sample to JINSA's Managing Director, Leo Nayfeld, at LNayfeld@jinsa.org. Absolutely no phone calls, please.
About JINSA :
The Jewish Institute for National Security of America (JINSA) is dedicated to educating Congressional, military and civilian national security decision-makers on American defense and strategic interests, primarily in the Middle East, the cornerstone of which is a robust U.S.-Israeli security cooperation. JINSA believes that a strong American military and national security posture is the best guarantor of peace and the survival of our values and civilization.
