Development Associate (maternity leave replacement)

OpenDor Media (ODM) is looking for a strong Development Associate to work in tandem with our Senior Fundraiser as a maternity leave replacement beginning immediately. The position will be at least four months with the possibility of extending. The right person will be able to anticipate needs, think critically and solve problems with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. It is a full-time position requiring flexibility in working hours as we are a global company.

The ideal candidate is a creative self-starter, thrives in a fast-paced and challenging environment. Someone who is a strategic thinker, creative problem solver and is able to stay organized and focused while juggling multiple projects and priorities. The Development Associate will help in creating new opportunities and leveraging existing relationships to strengthen donor relations and bring our fundraising to new levels. The Development Associate reports to the Vice President of Development.

The Development Associate will work remotely, and can expect to meet with the Senior Fundraiser for 3-4 hours daily via Zoom. Additionally, the role requires 1 hour of work most evenings.

What You’ll Do:

Strategic & Administrative Support

• Partner closely with the Senior Fundraiser to plan meetings, anticipate needs, and ensure effective follow-up
• Provide high-level operational support, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, preparing correspondence, coordinating travel, and submitting expense reports
• Serve as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, managing sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
  
  

Fundraising & Donor Management

• Support donor stewardship and relationship-building through strategic collaboration and creative problem-solving
• Draft personal donor and partner communications, including emails, proposals, reports, invitations, and event follow-up
• Help prepare for fundraising trips by compiling target lists, drafting outreach emails, and assembling meeting materials
• Conduct research on donors and new leads to support prospecting efforts
• Oversee Salesforce data entry and donor list management to ensure accurate records and timely follow-up
  
  

Reporting & Project Oversight

• Monitor donor giving and engagement by reviewing dashboards and reports, ensuring the Senior Fundraiser has actionable insights
  
  

Event & Partner Coordination

• Manage logistics for fundraising events, parlor meetings, screenings, and focus groups, including invitation lists and follow-up
• Collaborate on Federation and community partnership efforts, ensuring timely execution and documentation of deliverables
  
  

Requirements:

What You Have:

• Excellent English writing skills
• Strong communication skills
• Experience working in fundraising or for a non-profit is a plus
• A positive service-oriented attitude
• Reliable and able to work remotely and quickly and efficiently with flexible hours
• Detail oriented, responsible, highly organized and great follow-through skills
• Team player with excellent communication skills; and ability to multitask in a fast paced environment, switching focus as necessary to accommodate deadlines and priorities
• Patient, flexible and calm under pressure
  
  

Who We Are::

OpenDor Media is transforming how young people connect with Israel and Judaism. As the world’s leading Jewish educational media organization, we reach millions globally with innovative, engaging, and nuanced content that builds understanding, confidence, and empathy. Across our divisions, we empower young people by meeting them where they are—online, in the classroom, and through partnerships with educators and influencers.

We believe in championing complexity, relevance, and authenticity. By embracing multiple perspectives, we challenge assumptions, foster trust, and inspire lifelong engagement with Israel, Judaism and Jewish identity. Our content and programs are designed to ignite curiosity and broaden worldviews for young people navigating a landscape shaped by misinformation and prejudice.

If you share our passion for making a global impact, join us in shaping the next generation’s connection to Israel, Judaism, and Jewish learning. Together, we are inspiring a more positive Jewish future.

From our leadership team to new and veteran team members, we all strive to embody our core values:

Fueled by creativity: We think and act creatively in everything we do with the agility and flexibility to apply creativity, whatever role we play.

Inspired by excellence: We are driven to excel at whatever we do. Our teams are always ready to go the extra mile to get the very best results.

Powered by positivity: We bring positivity to work every day, for a fun, creative and inviting work environment that brings out the best in everyone.

Driven by self-improvement: Like our content, no issue is taboo and we are open to constructive ways to improve and develop into the best professionals we can be.

Empowered by collaboration: We thrive on sharing knowledge, teamwork, being a “mensch”, and leveraging each and everyone’s talents to achieve a sum that is greater than the parts.

Some benefits and perks of working at OpenDor Media:

• International exposure
• High level of autonomy
• Competitive salaries
• Paid days off for Jewish & national holidays as well as competitive vacation policy
• Great company culture and colleagues
  
  

Salary:

Our target salary range for this position is 10,000 - 12,000 NIS per month. The final salary for this role will be determined based on careful consideration of a variety of factors, such as the candidate's exact location, experience in similar roles, and expertise related to the qualifications.