Development And Engagement Officer

About the New Israel Fund of Canada

The New Israel Fund of Canada advances and defends democracy and equality in Israel. Since 1986, NIFC has helped contributed over $300 million to more than 900 organizations in Israel that fight for socio-economic equality, religious freedom, civil and human rights, shared society and anti-racism, Palestinian citizens, and democracy itself.

About the role

NIFC seeks a passionate 'fundraiser organizer' to lead the efforts of our rapidly-growing donor community in Canada. Working under the Executive Director, the Development & Engagement Officer will work closely with other communications and events/programs staff, as well as NIF branches globally, to educate supporters of our priorities and increase overall giving. The candidate is capable of coordinating volunteer teams and soliciting gifts $1,000-$10,000, as well as detail-oriented and an excellent communicator.

Location:

Toronto office with some work from home optional. This position includes 20% travel yearly to major cities across Canada and some Israel travel.

Applications Open:

Rolling

Start Date:

ASAP

Salary:

$65,000-$75,000, commensurate with experience, with comprehensive benefits and support for professional development.

Contract term:
Full-time, permanent after three-month probation

Responsibilities:

Development Operations

• Work closely with the Executive Director to develop and implement all aspects of the annual fundraising plan that includes individual gifts, major gifts, recurring gifts, and planned giving.
• Lead a year-round donor stewardship and solicitation program with significant Board and volunteer team participation.
• Monitor the overall progress of fundraising operations, prepare regular board reports, and conduct annual analysis.
• Support the Executive Director in all aspects of the major gift and planned giving programs.
• Conduct prospect research.

Individual Gifts

• Manage, solicit, and grow a portfolio of $1,000-$10,000 donors and prospects throughout all stages of the donor cycle, including necessary travel outside the Greater Toronto Area.
• Understand and convey compellingly the work and messages of our partners in Israel.
• Maintain accurate records through Raiser's Edge CRM database.

Board and Volunteer Engagement

• Coordinate the stewardship and solicitation responsibilities of Board members and regional volunteer teams.
• Work directly with regional volunteer teams to plan and conduct activities in their communities, including working with the events staff on public events, private salons, public speaking, and local partnerships.
• Support and strengthen volunteers through organizing local and national trainings as well as one-on-one coaching.
• Grow the number of active volunteers and leaders.

Donor Engagement

• Work closely with other staff to engage donors and prospects with year-round educational and outreach programs.
• Lead the organizing of donor engagement events, including private salons and receptions.
• Recruit participants for study tours to Israel and arrange individual meetings in Israel, participating in these trips when needed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2-4 years of successful donor relations experience, including solicitation experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder relations skills.
• Proven ability to recruit, retain and mentor volunteers.
• Strong office technology skills, including Microsoft Office and fundraising CRMs. Experience with Raiser's Edge is an asset.
• Familiarity with the Canadian Jewish community as well as social change and human rights issues in Israel.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends, as well as travel.
• Permission to work in Canada.

Applications:
Email a cover letter and resume to *** with 'Development and Engagement Officer' in the subject line. Screening and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.