Associate Director, Donor Engagement, Next Gen

The Associate Director, Donor Engagement, Next Gen is a relationship builder who works with donors and lay leaders to advance Federation's mission and vision through the work of Financial Resource Development (FRD). This role is central to identifying, cultivating, and engaging new donors—expanding our base of support while deepening relationships with existing contributors.

What You Will Do

Serve as a relationship manager to deepen and strengthen connection with donors and prospects. Personally identify, cultivate, solicit and steward a portfolio of donors and prospects, securing gifts through face-to-face solicitations as part of a $25M+ annual campaign.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have strong donor-relations skills, a proven ability in cultivating prospects and creating donor engagement strategies that lead to greater philanthropic support, and a willingness to learn about the Jewish community and its customs.

Requirements

• 4-7 years of experience in annual fundraising, donor engagement, customer service, sales, or relationship or account management
• Strong donor-relations skills: proven ability in cultivating prospects and creating donor engagement strategies that lead to greater philanthropic support
• Data-driven decision-maker who is comfortable with analytics and data management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
• Experience in management of membership or volunteer operations and working with volunteer committees
• First-hand knowledge of the Jewish community, its customs, and practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRMs; comfortable with and open to new technology
• Familiarity with Jewish customs, traditions, and community life, or a willingness to learn preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Generous paid time off, including Jewish holidays
• Up to 6 weeks of paid parental leave (after one year)
• Commuter bonus
• Hybrid work environment
• Ongoing professional development opportunities