At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with young professionals to grow the JNFuture community and secure donations.
- Company: Join the Jewish National Fund-USA, a dynamic organisation making a difference.
- Benefits: Generous paid time off, flexible work hours, and top-notch healthcare.
- Other info: Flexible schedule, travel opportunities, and a vibrant team culture.
- Why this job: Be part of a national movement impacting Israel while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; strong communication and organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 70000 £ per year.
Jewish National Fund-USA seeks to recruit a Young Leadership Fundraiser based in Boston. You will be charged with growing the JNFuture community throughout New England which features a dynamic group of passionate young professionals, focusing on ages 22-40 through new programming, strategic planning and local partnerships.
A typical day includes identifying prospective donors, meeting face‑to‑face, and sharing the JNF story, program management, and leadership development to help the organization meet and exceed its goals. It offers a flexible work schedule to meet the needs of donors. With over twenty chapters across the country and growing, you will have the opportunity to be part of a national movement of young Zionists who are changing Israel forever. This position will work out of our Boston office and the expectation will be to travel throughout New England and surrounding areas on a regular basis.
Position responsibilities
- Solicit donations from current and new donors between the ages of 22 - 40
- Prospect potential new donors using various direct methods (such as calling and face‑to‑face meetings), networking, mining the salesforce database, utilizing social media sites, and research.
- In partnership with the local board presidents, guide and assist the JNFuture Boards and leadership in region.
- Work alongside the events and marketing team to plan and execute all local JNFuture events and programs, in person and virtually.
- Be a voice for the young professional community and work with the regional campaign professionals to develop programming targeted towards that audience.
- Representing JNF at various events to bring new donors into the fold and identify partnership opportunities.
- Recruit JNFuture donors for JNF tours and missions to Israel
- Weekly JNFuture team calls
- Weekly regional team calls
- One on one with supervisor
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience)
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills; strong attention to details and the ability to balance a variety of tasks and deadlines.
- Creative self‑starter with the ability to work both independently as a team player
- Excellent oral and written communication, planning, and organizational skills
- A flexible and creative thinker able to find and create new giving opportunities for programs.
- Self‑motivated, outgoing and results oriented; ability and desire to set and reach ambitious goals.
- Ability to respect and maintain donor confidentiality.
- Ability to travel mostly throughout region and Israel on occasion except for National Conference, JNF University, JLIS
- Nonprofit boards and/or committees experience a plus.
Benefits
- Days off for all work-prohibitive Jewish holidays, in addition to the secular US holidays
- Generous paid time off
- 3pm close‑of‑business on Fridays
- Flexible expense reimbursement for mileage and donor meetings
- Top‑notch healthcare (including dental and vision)
- Parental Leave policy
- Employer‑paid life insurance
- Employer‑paid short and long‑term disability
- 403(b) with generous 10.5% employer contribution
- Opportunities to travel to Israel
Compensation
$60,000-$70,000
Pay Type
Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role.
Young Leadership Fundraiser, New England in Boston employer: Jewish National Fund
Jewish National Fund-USA is an exceptional employer for those passionate about making a difference in the community. Based in Boston, the Young Leadership Fundraiser role offers a vibrant work culture that encourages creativity and collaboration among young professionals aged 22-40. With generous benefits including flexible work schedules, paid time off for Jewish holidays, and opportunities for personal and professional growth, employees are empowered to thrive while contributing to meaningful causes.
