Development Associate, Miami, FL Position Available In Miami-Dade, Florida

Development Associate, Miami, FL Friends of the Israel Defense Forces – 2.3 Miami, FL Job Details $65,000 a year 11 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Qualifications Raiser’s Edge Sales Mid-level Microsoft Office Bachelor’s degree Fundraising Full Job Description Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) is a humanitarian nonprofit that provides life-changing support for the courageous young men and women of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). We transform their lives through empowering educational, financial, well-being, and cultural initiatives as they protect the State of Israel and her people. Inspired by them, we strive to champion a culture of courage worldwide, ensuring a secure and thriving Israel today and forever. Our community of supporters and staff are passionate, courageous, and impactful. Our work is driven by core values that transcend gender, age, political leanings, nationality, and religion. Our vital mission and breadth of programs resonate with a diverse array of supporters – all are welcome! Our workplace is vibrant and dynamic, encouraging bold creativity, ingenuity, and vision. We’re searching for new talent to contribute to our mission and team. For more information on Friends of the Israel Defense Forces, please visit FIDF’s website About You You have a broad range of interests, solid technical aptitude, and an eagerness to contribute and grow. You have a can-do attitude, a customer-service approach, and enjoy working collaboratively. About the Role The focus of this job is to achieving results which are aligned with the chapter’s annual multimillion dollar goals. Initiative, coupled with a sense of competitive drive, and the ability to stay focused on results . There is an emphasis on building rapport and relationships with individuals and groups and requires an outgoing, poised, and persuasive communication style. Emphasis is on results, relationship building and effective use of the organizational systems; to cultivate or steward gifts from, individuals. Essential Job Duties Manage chapter fundraising portfolio for donors Conduct research to identify potential donors within the $1,000-$10,000 giving range and analyze donor interests, giving history, and philanthropic capacity Create personalized engagement and stewardship strategies for prospective and existing donors and assist in organizing cultivation events, donor tours, and informational sessions Draft personalized solicitation letters, emails, and proposals. Maintain regular contact with donors through updates and impact reports Ensure accurate and up-to-date donor records in the organization’s CRM system (Raiser’s Edge). Track donor interactions and communication history Oversee the timely and accurate processing of donations within the target range. Ensure donors receive acknowledgment letters and receipts promptly Assist in planning and executing fundraising events targeting new mid-level donors and help drive attendance for greater Miami chapter. Coordinate follow-up engagement for event attendees Generate reports on fundraising progress, donor retention, and trends within the giving range of assigned portfolio using the CRM software Identify opportunities for donors to get involved beyond financial contributions Work closely with the Miami chapter team to coordinate efforts Key Performance Indicators Find and secure new donors >$1,000 Plan and execute small events to drive awareness and engagement of FIDF Expand current portfolio by 20% annually Effective implementation of moves management for strategic donor base Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree preferred Experience working in a sales, fundraising or comparable role innovative and creative problem solving Relationship building focused on achieving results Engage commitment of others Confident, enthusiastic, persuasive influencer, stimulates others to action Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications Ability to travel locally Occasional evening and working on Sundays required Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Early dismissal for Shabbat, 403b with employer matching, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, FSA, Jewish and Federal paid holidays, Sick days and Vacation FIDF is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.