Job Description
Director, Northern Ohio Jewish National Fund - 5.0 Cleveland, OH Job Details Full-time $100,000 - $120,000 a year 2 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Qualifications Deal closing Community engagement Managerial strategic planning Strategic management Sales Event coordination 5 years Major gifts Research Salesforce Cloud Entrepreneurship Bachelor's degree Fundraising event program management Organizational skills Prospecting CRM system proficiency Achieving sales targets Senior level Account management Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description If working for an organization that supports the land and people of Israel excites you, then join us and you needn't wait another minute to change the world!
Position Overview:
Jewish National Fund-USA seeks to recruit a Director, Northern Ohio responsible for developing and implementing short and long-term philanthropic and leadership development strategies with a significant focus on fundraising. The Director will be charged with fundraising throughout Northern Ohio and Western PA and the expectation will be to travel throughout those regions on a regular basis. Job Responsibilities :
Participate in all aspects of the gift cycle Manage a list of 250-300 donors and prospects for which you will be the primary account manager for cultivation and solicitation purposes Build toward a fundraising goal of $1.5M in year 1 Conduct face-to-face meetings for solicitation, cultivation and recognition of donors, both new and prospective Identify and develop new donor prospects for the Major Gifts Campaign & General Campaign, and strategies to grow both campaign categories Plan and hold meetings and fundraising events that include bringing in new donors to build toward our strategic goal of 1Million Voices for Israel Provide community Board, Committee, and Affinity Group development, cultivation, management, and leadership Work closely with key lay leaders, on and off your Board and Committees, to grow the campaign and JNF-USA's footprint in the regions Attend and lead or co-lead monthly meetings and events which take place in the evening and occasional weekends Plan and manage all donor-facing aspects of events, including leadership selection & communication, program development, seating, etc. In partnership with your supervisor, develop and execute quarterly, annual, and long-term growth strategies in Northern Ohio and Western PA Recruit for and be able to staff Jewish National Fund-USA Missions to Israel Recruit for and attend Jewish National Fund-USA Global Conference for Israel Exhibit the highest level of professionalism as a front-facing representative of JNF-USA Other duties as assigned by your supervisor Qualifications:
At least 5 years of relative experience in fundraising, sales, or other roles that demonstrate metric-driven, progressive growth and consistent target achievement Bachelor's Degree Deep understanding of donor and/or customer research, identification, cultivation and solicitation/closing, and stewardship Proven success in building and maintaining long-term relationships with donors, customers, funders, or other partners and stakeholders Proven success in closing major gifts or high-stakes pitches or deals Capacity to effectively engage with key communal leaders, sponsors, high-level decision makers, and donor prospects A creative, entrepreneurial, and innovative thinker, able to execute existing national and local strategies while identifying gaps and finding new ways to grow the business Superior multi-tasking skills, allowing for simultaneous management of people, projects, and programs Proficiency with CRMs such as Salesforce a plus Sound judgment and discretion to maintain donor confidentiality Willingness and flexibility to travel throughout Northern Ohio and Western PA for the annual Global Conference, plus occasional travel to Israel Knowledge of the region's community a strong plus Perks:
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 Top-notch healthcare (including dental and vision) Parental Leave policy Employer-paid life insurance Employer-paid short and long-term disability 403(b) with 10.5% employer contribution Opportunities to travel to Israel Compensation:
$100,000-$120,000 Pay Type:
Salaried Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role. WHAT WE DO
At Jewish National Fund-USA, we turn vision and dreams into reality. For almost 125 years, we have built the land of Israel for its people. As one of the most trusted names in philanthropy, our mission is to attract 800,000 new residents to Israel's underpopulated North and South and to be the leading organization for Zionist engagement. We build schools, medical centers, culinary institutes, resilience facilities, emergency response centers, water reservoirs, parks, and playgrounds while creating employment and community service initiatives, along with youth development programs for thousands of young Israelis. We also support Israelis with disabilities, bring hundreds of college faculty members and student leaders beyond the Jewish community to Israel, invest in agricultural R D, and host the largest gathering of Zionists in the U.S. annually at our Global Conference for Israel. All of this is accomplished as we embark on the largest philanthropic capital project in Israel's history—the $350 million, 16-acre World Zionist Village in the city of Be'er Sheva. And yes, we also support tree planting. Since 1901, we have helped plant over 260 million trees in Israel, which enabled the country to be one of the few to enter the 21st century with a net gain in trees. No project, program, or initiative stands alone. Through our circles of impact, everything we do contributes to job creation, economic growth, higher living standards, and more—helping us realize our goal of attracting new residents to Israel's North and South. OUR CREDENTIALS & PARTNERSHIPS A
registered 501(c)(3) organization, Jewish National Fund is recognized as a 4-star organization by Charity Navigator, America's leading independent charity evaluator, for its sound fiscal management, accountability, and transparency. JNF has also been rated a top charity by the American Institute of Philanthropy and meets the 20 rigorous standards of the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Wise Giving Alliance, and the transparency standards of Tzedakah, Inc. No other Jewish organization meets all these standards. OUR CULTURE
We are Vi Zion -driven relationship-based, fast-paced, and Positively Israel! OUR CORE VALUES
Be Bold:
Beyond. We are proud and passionate, vocal, and visionary about Israel and Zionism. We pride ourselves on our out-of-the-box thinking and the great things it accomplishes for the land and with the people of Israel. Belong:
Stay long. We are an inclusive and diverse workplace welcoming and respecting all cultures, ages, religions, ethnicities, genders, orientations, and physical abilities. Understanding that a work-life balance is crucial to the success of our organization, we are empathetic, understanding, caring, appreciative, and respectful of one another as we strive to develop and retain our professionals and donors for the long-run. Be Inscribed:
Be the Impact. To walk in the land of Israel and see the impact of our work instills the greatest sense of fulfillment. We strive for each employee to make their mark, leave their footprint, be heard, and feel relevant as together we help ensure the vibrancy of Israel for the next 100 years. We plant the future, not just trees. Be Kind:
Act with Chesed. At JNF-USA we do not underestimate the power of kindness. We use recognition and praise to motivate teams, individuals, donors, and stakeholders. We are proud of our please and thank you's. We listen and lend a helping hand when a co-worker is challenged. Whether random or deliberate acts, kindness is a key ingredient to our positive workplace and mindset. B'Yachad:
Together. Great collaboration between our employees, donors and affiliates in Israel is a priority: everyone matters no matter their role. We recognize that open and inspirational communication, teamwork, and collegiality is a force multiplier in reaching our goals, mission, and vision. Jewish National Fund-USA exemplifies the power of unity.
