NextGen Associate Director

Key Responsibilities:

Community Building
Build and maintain strong, ongoing relationships with young adults across all ages and stages (20s, 30s, and 40s), serving as a connector within MJF and the broader Jewish community, creating pipelines of involvement, leadership and philanthropy.
Conduct one-on-one outreach to engage individuals, identify interests, and guide pathways for involvement, leadership, and philanthropy.
Stay informed on key life moments (new to Milwaukee, career changes, relationships, milestones) to provide timely and personalized stewardship.
Leadership Development & Governance
Partner with the Director of NextGen to design and implement comprehensive learning and leadership development curriculums for various cohorts of various ages and stages.
Lead cohort-based experiences, facilitating programs that build community, Jewish identity, and leadership development.
Program Strategy & Execution
Assist in the planning and execution of NextGen programs and initiatives, aligning with the strategic vision set in partnership with the Director.
Identify opportunities to expand and evolve NextGen offerings to increase engagement, participation, and impact.
Oversee, develop, and implement process for peer-to-peer engagement alongside lay leaders.
Philanthropy & Pipeline Development
Manage and grow a portfolio of NextGen donors and prospects, with a focus on building a sustainable pipeline of young adult philanthropy.
Partner with Director to develop and implement strategies to increase donor participation, retention, and giving levels within the NextGen demographic.
Lead prospect identification, tracking efforts, and stewardship efforts to ensure consistent pipeline growth and movement.
Communications & Data Management
Oversee NextGen communications, including social media, newsletters, and digital engagement strategies.
Ensure consistent, compelling messaging that reflects the voice and priorities of NextGen and MJF.
Manage event-related data tracking, CRM entry, and reporting to inform strategy, measure success, and support decision-making.
Provide oversight of administrative functions supporting NextGen, including event logistics, registration, and follow-up.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required.
Minimum 3+ years of experience in engagement, community building, nonprofit development, or related field.
Demonstrated ability to build and sustain meaningful relationships with diverse stakeholders, including young adults and lay leaders.
Experience managing projects, programs, or initiatives with increasing levels of responsibility and ownership.
Exceptional interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and facilitation skills.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Creative thinker with a strategic mindset and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Preferred Experience:

Experience developing and executing engagement or leadership development programs.
Experience managing volunteers or lay leadership structures.
Familiarity with CRM systems and data-driven decision-making.
Understanding of donor engagement and/or developing philanthropic pipelines.