Associate Director, Donor Engagement

Engage. Support. Grow.

Do you love building meaningful connections and helping people make a lasting impact? Are you looking to grow your career in fundraising and donor engagement while contributing to something bigger than yourself? If so, the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington invites you to consider the role of Associate Director of Donor Engagement. This position is ideal for a collaborative and driven professional who thrives on fostering relationships and developing creative ways to inspire generosity.

In this role, you’ll support Federation’s fundraising efforts by managing a targeted portfolio of donors—particularly business professionals—while collaborating with colleagues and lay leaders to create engagement opportunities that deepen community connection and philanthropic commitment.

Make an Impact In:

Donor Relationship Building & Stewardship

• Serve as a front-line fundraiser, managing a portfolio of donors primarily giving annually at the $500–$5,000 level.

• Cultivate new relationships and steward existing ones through personalized outreach, face-to-face meetings, and event follow-up.

• Identify prospects and guide them through the donor journey: supporting annual campaign giving and introducing them to legacy and strategic philanthropy opportunities in collaboration with senior development staff.

• Use data and metrics to utilize moves management plans and track progress toward fundraising goals.

Volunteer Engagement & Leadership Development

• Build and support lay leadership structures for key donor cohorts, with a focus on cultivating leaders within the business community.

• Provide guidance, resources, and strategic direction for lay leaders, supporting their involvement in donor outreach and Federation initiatives.

• In partnership with senior staff, help identify and nurture the next generation of organizational lay leaders.

Donor Programming & Community Experiences

• Plan and implement meaningful donor engagement experiences, including large-scale events to intimate gatherings, immersive trips, and leadership development series.

• Collaborate with local partner agencies and colleagues to design experiences that reflect donor interests and Federation priorities.

• Work cross-functionally to ensure seamless execution of events and communications.

Team Collaboration & Mission-Driven Growth

• Report to the Director of Donor Engagement, contributing to department strategy while collaborating with colleagues of all levels across the organization.

• Maintain accurate donor data and documentation in our CRM system to support informed decision-making.

• Actively support Federation’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in all aspects of donor and community engagement.

What You’ll Bring:

• 4–7 years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, sales, or relationship management.

• Proven ability to cultivate and manage donor relationships, with a focus on cultivation and solicitation.

• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.

• A self-starter mindset with attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple priorities.

• Experience working with volunteers and/or community committees is a plus.

• Familiarity with Jewish community life and traditions is preferred.

• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and CRM systems; Salesforce or similar platforms preferred.

• Access to reliable transportation for local donor meetings and events.

Why Federation?

The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington is a collaborative, people-first organization that values growth, inclusion, and purpose-driven work. We offer:

• Competitive salary and excellent health care and retirement benefits

• Generous time off and flexible work arrangements

• Annual stipend and access to professional development opportunities

• A team culture that celebrates learning, partnership, and making an impact

We are an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply—including women, Jews of color, Sephardic and Mizrahi Jews, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants, and those from low-income or non-traditional backgrounds. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we’d still love to hear from you.

About Us: 
The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington envisions an open, connected, and vibrant Jewish community that cares for one another, embraces Jewish peoplehood and Israel, and acts as a force for good in the world. Learn more at shalomdc.org.