Development Assistant

Position Summary:

The Manhattan Division is a dynamic team within the Fundraising Resource and Development Division that focuses on innovative ways to reach donors and build community. The assistant will support Manhattan Division fundraising efforts and The Center for Youth Philanthropy and Leadership (CYPL). CYPL is an opportunity for families with children in 6th grade through college to engage in the work of UJA in meaningful, hands-on ways, including individualized bar and bat mitzvah projects, a teen foundation board experience, and volunteer events.

The Manhattan Division seeks a proactive, motivated, and flexible person to provide essential administrative support to the professional staff within the various Manhattan Division portfolios including general fundraising, events. This individual is also responsible for supporting CYPL programs: Give a Mitzvah – Do a Mitzvah (GMDM), Mitzvahs and Milestones (M&M), and the Philanthropic Advisory Council for Teens (PACT).

Major Responsibilities:

Support meetings and other programmatic elements related to CYPL including PACT, GMDM, and M&M
Manage all logistical preparations for monthly PACT programs as well as annual events
Help coordinate and assist with department events and activities
Maintain records of past projects and create systems to record project history
Manage calendar and files
Screen telephone calls, check department email inbox, and respond to situations as appropriate
Process payments and donations and prepare wire transfers
Become knowledgeable and proficient in use of UJA systems including our fundraising, grant making, and purchasing systems
Draft and send acknowledgement letters and assemble internal and external mailings
Help prepare for committee meetings and other meetings throughout the year
Manage and update committee lists in our fundraising database
Manage general Manhattan Division fundraising events and work events on an as-needed basis
Help with Manhattan Division general needs as they arise
Be an integrated and involved CYPL and Manhattan team member

Competencies/Experience

Experience in teen education, engagement, and programming
Excellent relationship building, interpersonal skills, and customer-service orientation
Ability to inspire and influence others
Ability to work collaboratively with a team and to manage multiple tasks
Strong written and verbal communication skills required, as well as active listening skills
Knowledge of issues facing the Jewish community and a strong commitment and passion to the mission of UJA-Federation
Entrepreneurial and self-starter
Willingness to be flexible with time and to work on Sundays and evenings as needed
Strong attention to detail, ability to solve problems and work independently
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required
Bachelor’s degree required

TIME OFF

We offer a generous number of vacation days and have the Jewish holidays off as well. Fridays our offices close early (October to March at 3:00 pm and April to September at 4:00 pm). All so you can relax and recharge.

HYBRID MODEL

We’re operating on a hybrid work model: three set days in the office and two days remote. So enjoy the best of both worlds — the comforts of home and the energy of the office.

HEALTH CARE

UJA provides a top-tier medical and dental plan, along with a flexible spending account. We also offer life insurance. And for a small cost you can take part in on-site yoga and exercise classes at our Manhattan office. Wellness matters to us.

PLANNING FOR RETIREMENT

UJA employees can enroll in a pension plan and tax deferred annuity.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Classes, workshops, and compelling speakers will keep you at the top of your game.