Director of Development

Washington, DC

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Job Description

Overview:

BBYO is the leading pluralistic, Jewish teen movement and has been providing exceptional leadership programs and identity enrichment experiences for 90 years. We offer year-round activities in hundreds of local communities and inspiring world-wide travel experiences enabling teens to explore areas of leadership, service, civic engagement, Israel education and Jewish values.

Position Summary:

The Director of Development will develop and execute strategies aimed at engaging communities throughout the Mid-Atlantic.

He/she will work within BBYO’s Friends and Alumni Network (FAN) system to engage alumni, parents and community members in supporting and advocating for BBYO. He/she will fundraise, develop volunteer leaders, and create strategic partnerships in his/her communities. This person will be part of a cross-country development team that is responsible for engaging external stakeholders in BBYO’s work in creative and innovative ways. Travel is required.

Responsibilities include:

Development

· Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategy that includes prospecting, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of prospective and current donors

· Meet fundraising goals in assigned regions

· Strategize with, motivate and support the local adult lay leadership FAN committees in the implementation of fundraising efforts

· Increase number of donors and prospects in your regions

· Implement community engagement activities including but not limited to e-solicitations, phone-a-thons and direct mailings

· Plan fundraising and stewardship events such as parlor meetings, adult stakeholder events

· Manage grants and relationships with local foundations and Federations, as necessary

Communications

· Oversee all and write select communications sent to non-teen stakeholders

· Work closely with the Development and Marketing & Communications Departments to implement on- and offline marketing initiatives to support community building efforts

· Increase visibility of BBYO’s brand

· Build strategic funding alliances to elevate the Jewish teen agenda and BBYO’s presence

· Work closely with the professional team to gain knowledge of the ongoing activity of the program

Qualifications:

· 1-3+ years of experience in development for a non-profit organization or political campaign (can include volunteer experience and internships)

· Strong volunteer management skills

· Excellent public speaking skills

· Exceptional verbal, written and proofreading skills

· Very motivated, creative and willing to take risks; entrepreneurial in spirit

· Strong listening skills, ability to work with different constituents and to be flexible is required

· Ability to hold oneself accountable and work without regular face-to-face supervision

· Prior success developing and implementing fundraising strategies, including event planning experience

· Experience with a customer relationship management tool is welcomed, but not required

This position is based in Washington, D.C.

A competitive benefits package is available including health insurance, paid time-off and a retirement savings plan.

To apply: https://www.hirebridge.com/v3/application/applink.aspx?cid=6504&jid=374852.