Director, Business Development - Jewishsac : Job Details

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Position overview:

Jewish National Fund-USA seeks a Director, Business Development (internally known as Director, Zionist Engagement) to be based out of our NYC office.

Job Responsibilities:

The essential functions of this role include, but are not limited to, the following:

Engagement Team Leadership:

• Strategically manage a national team of Engagement Specialists/Outreach Coordinators/Field Development Specialist (internally known as ‘iPads') and division managers responsible for driving participation in key JNF-USA programs, including community, high school and campus initiatives.
• Set clear sales and engagement targets, monitor team performance, and implement training and development programs to ensure consistent goal attainment.
• Foster a results-oriented team culture, leveraging data and performance metrics to drive accountability and success.
• Oversee the Engagement Department's strategic partnerships and effectively integrate JNF-USA Boruchin Center grantees into the strategic vision and objectives for the department.

Operational Excellence:

• Oversee the department's recruitment pipeline and establish systems to increase program participation across demographics, including high school students, college campuses, and community leaders.
• Work collaboratively with the various JNF-USA departments to support recruitment strategies and integrate alumni/alumni parents into JNF-USA's broader educational continuum.
• Ensure year-over-year growth for JNF-USA's initiatives, with a focus on efficient operations and scaling successful initiatives.

Fundraising and Revenue Growth:

• Lead efforts to meet or exceed the department's $2M annual fundraising goal, securing support for flagship initiatives such as Caravan for Democracy, Faculty Fellowship, Alternative Break, and Tu Bishvat.
• Partner with development teams to ensure alignment between sales and donor engagement efforts, utilizing the department's impact to drive contributions.

Community and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Represent JNF-USA and the Zionist Engagement Department at key conferences and events, serving as an ambassador for the organization's mission and programs.
• Engage National Board lay leaders to serve as advocates and resources for recruitment efforts, aligning their passion with the department's strategic goals.

Travel and Events:

• Attend evening and weekend meetings or events as required.
• Travel domestically and internationally to support recruitment, represent JNF-USA, and participate in missions to Israel, the Global Conference for Israel, and staff conferences.
• Any further duties assigned by your supervisor, which may not be listed above.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required
• 7-10 years of related experience
• Strong supervisory skills
• Outstanding interpersonal, written and verbal communication, and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated strategic thinker, with a proven work record of achieving results
• Strong follow-through and attention to detail; proven ability to set and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Knowledge of Israel and current trends in the Jewish community is required.
• Salesforce experience preferred.
• Passion for Israel and JNF mission

Compensation:

$100,000+

Pay Type:

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role.

WHAT WE DO

Jewish National Fund strives to bring an enhanced quality of life to all of Israel's residents and translate these advancements to the world beyond. JNF is greening the desert with millions of trees, building thousands of parks across Israel, creating new communities and cities for generations of Israelis to call home, bolstering Israel's water supply, helping develop innovative arid agriculture techniques and educating both young and old about the founding and importance of Israel and Zionism.

OUR CREDENTIALS & PARTNERSHIPS

A registered 501(c)(3) organization, Jewish National Fund is recognized as a 4-star organization by Charity Navigator for its sound fiscal management, accountability, and transparency.

OUR CULTURE

We are ViZion-driven relationship-based, fast-paced, and Positively Israel!

OUR CORE VALUES

Be Bold:Beyond. 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.

Be Inscribed:Be the Impact. We strive for each employee to make their mark, leave their footprint, be heard, and feel relevant.

Be Kind:Act with Chesed. 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.