IAC New England Director, Fundraising & Donor Relations

Job description

About the Israeli-American Council (IAC): The IAC builds an engaged and united Israeli-American community that strengthens the Israeli and Jewish identity of our next generation, supports the broader American Jewish community, and deepens the bond between the people of the United States and the State of Israel. In New England, we are growing rapidly — expanding programs, engagement, and impact. The Opportunity: As the NE Development Director, you'll play a key role in executing fundraising strategies for IAC New England, cultivating partnerships, expanding our donor base, and inspiring investment in programs that strengthen the Israeli-American identity across the region. Key Responsibilities: Fundraising Strategy & Implementation: - Design and execute a fundraising plan to meet and exceed regional goals - Cultivate, solicit, and steward individual, corporate, and foundation donors - Partner with the Regional Director and Council to identify opportunities for engagement - Serve as the New England regional point person for all development initiatives Donor Relations & Stewardship: - Build deep relationships with donors through personalized outreach and ongoing engagement - Manage donor communications (letters, calls, social media, impact reports, events) - Organize donor appreciation and cultivation events - Manage CRM systems to track donor data, giving trends, and engagement opportunities Campaigns & Community Engagement: - Run local and digital fundraising campaigns leveraging storytelling, community connections, and online tools - Identify and pursue grant opportunities from local foundations and philanthropic partners - Strengthen partnerships between the Israeli-American and broader Jewish communities in NE Qualifications: - 3+ years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, or nonprofit development (Jewish or Israeli sector experience a plus) - Demonstrated success in building and maintaining donor relationships and closing gifts - Strong communication and storytelling skills — both written and verbal - Entrepreneurial mindset: proactive, self-motivated, and goal-driven - Knowledge and passion for both Israeli and American Jewish communities - High proficiency with CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and social networking tools - Bachelor's degree required; CFRE or related credential a plus - Fluent conversational Hebrew required; reading and writing proficiency a plus - Flexibility to work evenings and weekends for key events Full-time employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, & life) following the new hire waiting period.