Donor Relations Officer - Maternity Leave Cover

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Donor Relations Officer - Maternity Leave Cover

JDC, the world’s leading Jewish humanitarian organization, seeks to hire a dynamic individual with superior organizational skills to fill a position as a Donor Relations Officer. The ideal candidate will have an authentic passion for JDC's mission, experience in coordinating and managing diverse projects, and be an articulate communicator skilled at working as part of a team. 

The Donor Relations team serves as a critical component of JDC's global Resource Development (RD) department and provides support to front line fundraisers throughout the world, along with engaging in active stewardship of relationships with individual donors, foundations, and Jewish Federations. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Proactive management of donor relationships and partnerships to further JDC's resource development goals 
• Preparation of specialized written materials including writing and editing grant applications and customized proposals, reports, and other materials 
• Tracking and management of information related to cultivation, solicitation, and donor stewardship 
• Accompaniment of funders to visit JDC projects in Israel, including public speaking and group facilitation 
• Developing expertise in JDC's global programming to serve as a key conduit of program information to front line fundraisers 
• Other duties as assigned 

Who is a Donor Relations Officer? 

• Dynamic and resourceful professional with a high degree of emotional intelligence 
• Exceptional organizational skills and a self-starter who is passionate about delivering at a high standard 
• A strong communicator to colleagues, to groups, and in written materials 
• Team player who is committed to strengthening JDC 
• Efficient, a problem-solver, responsive and detail oriented 

Requirements 

What qualifications does this job require? 

• Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant work experience 
• English mother tongue; Hebrew moderate to high 
• Bachelor's degree or higher 
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Excel, PPT, Outlook 
• Knowledge of the American Jewish philanthropic environment an advantage 
• Writing, public speaking, and presentation skills, including editing of donor documents, preparation of compelling PowerPoints and speaking to groups 

Additional details: 

• Employment type: Full-time, Maternity Leave Cover (7 months)
• Location: Jerusalem 
• Work model: Hybrid (2 days a week from the office) 
• Flexibility needed to work late afternoon hours (1-2 times a week) 
• Reports to: Donor Relations Team Leader 
• Start date: Immediate 

Why work at JDC? 

• The People – What we hear most from our team members is that they enjoy working with others who share their passion for doing good; our staff aim to use their skills to make a positive difference in the lives of others. 
• A Global Environment – you will have the opportunity to develop a global perspective, working with staff from all over the world. 
• Tikkun Olam – This Jewish value of “repairing the world” is deeply important to us. Collectively we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the world. 

About JDC 

JDC is the leading global Jewish humanitarian organization, working in 70 countries, including Israel, to lift lives and strengthen communities. We rescue Jews in danger, provide aid to vulnerable Jews, develop innovative solutions to Israel’s most complex social challenges, cultivate a Jewish future, and lead the Jewish community’s response to crises. 

For over 100 years, our work has put the timeless Jewish value of mutual responsibility into action, making JDC essential to the survival of millions of people and the advancement of Jewish life across the globe. You can learn more about JDC at www.jdc.