Senior Development Associate

Company Description

Benetivei Udi is a leading social impact organization in Israel, committed to fostering national resilience and promoting social mobility for over 30 years. We empower young talent from underrepresented communities by providing tools and opportunities to excel in technology, leadership, and civic life. Through innovative programs such as the Nitzanim technology incubator, Garinei Udi leadership initiative, and Mimamakim community resilience initiative, we address systemic challenges and expand societal inclusion. With a strong network of partnerships including government ministries, educational institutions, and global corporations, we deliver large-scale, measurable impact. Our mission honors the vision of our founders, Mordechai and Georgette Elgrably, emphasizing values of excellence, leadership, and service.

Role Description

We’re looking for a strong, detail-driven professional to own our grants and reporting function end-to-end: pipeline management, high-quality grant writing and submissions, donor compliance, and impact reporting in close partnership with our CDO, program leaders and finance.

What you’ll do

Manage the foundations/federations pipeline (planning, prioritization, tracking).

Write and submit compelling grant proposals tailored to each funder.

Own reporting cycles and ensure full compliance with grant requirements.

Lead impact reporting, coordinating data across programs and finance.

Key requirements

• Proven track record of at least 5 years in grant writing, submissions management, and grant reporting (grants management) within the nonprofit/third sector.
• Significant experience working with and reporting to Jewish Federations.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher — required.
• Full fluency in Hebrew and native-level English proficiency, with a strong emphasis on excellent writing and polished copy.
• Demonstrated ability to execute complex processes under tight deadlines.
• Willingness to work flexibly to ensure availability for US-based stakeholders.
• High level of autonomy, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

*Hybrid/mostly remote, with availability to align with US-based stakeholders when needed.

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