Yachad Israel Director of Development

Description

• Create, develop and implement annual campaign with quantifiable goals, strategies and measurable outcomes.  
• Plan and organize annual fundraising activities including Jerusalem marathon or asimilar program, year-end giving day effort and new outreach events such as parlor meetings, “friend-raisers”, face to face solicitations and other programs aimed at expanding the reach of Yachad Israel. 
• Responsible for researching, identifying and submitting proposals to Foundations and Government grants.  
• Develop and implement strategies to significantly expand and build a pipeline of major donors.
• Cultivate, steward and solicit prospective donors through face-to-face solicitations. Two meetings per week on average with donors/prospects is expected.   
•  Work along with the Director to market the region and create an environment which boosts Yachad’s visibility and creates a culture of giving within Israel.   
• In tandem with the Director, work towards building a local board to assist in all aspects of growing the chapter.  

•  Minimum of 7 years work experience in significant development role.  
•  Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing an annual campaign strategy.  
•  Proven experience in cultivating and soliciting five figure donors.  
•  Demonstrated ability to take initiative and to work independently.  
•  Ability to work well within a team structure. Excellent communication, interpersonal, organization and writing skills.  
•  Ability to understand and speak Hebrew is essential. 
•  Knowledge of the Israel community is essential and understanding of the inner workings of Government grants is helpful.