Development & Events Coordinator

Youth Renewal Fund
?? New York, NY | ?? Full-Time; Hybrid | ?? Entry-Level (0–2 years experience)
?? Salary Range: Competitive (commensurate with experience)

About Us: 

Youth Renewal Fund is the strategic and philanthropic funding partner for Darca Schools in Israel. We invest in innovative education throughout Israel’s most underserved communities to promote social mobility for at-risk youth most often left behind.

Learn more at: www.youthrenewalfund.org
Learn more about Darca Schools: darca.org.il/en/homepage

Position Summary:

The Development & Events Coordinator is a key entry-level position that provides comprehensive support across our fundraising, events, communications, and administrative efforts. This role is ideal for a highly organized, proactive, and mission-driven individual eager to grow within the non-profit space.

Key Responsibilities:

Administrative & Office Support

• Process online donations via Salesforce, Eventbrite, and internal tools
• Reconcile and record donations for bookkeeping and acknowledgment
• Manage incoming mail and donor checks
• Order office and event supplies
• Take notes and prepare outlines for team and board meetings
• Provide administrative support across departments

Event Coordination

• Manage event guest lists and track RSVPs
• Support corporate and individual sponsorship outreach and follow-up
• Prepare sponsorship invoices and communication
• Attend and assist in planning meetings with host committees
• Manage the annual Roll of Honor to thank major donors
• Serve as right-hand to Events Manager for additional needs

Communications & Donor Relations

• Send donation acknowledgments, pledge letters, and other donor mailings
• Monitor and respond to emails sent to [email protected]
• Help edit and prepare donor documents and fundraising collateral
• Work with our web designer to keep the website up-to-date
• Support donor follow-up and assist in pledge collection

Research & Data Management

• Assist with research on foundation and individual donor prospects
• Support donor pipeline creation and maintenance via Google Sheets and Salesforce
• Create and update donor profiles with relevant information and event history

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Collaborative and detail-oriented
• Interest in educational equity, Israel, and nonprofit work
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn Google Workspace, Excel, Salesforce, etc.
• No prior nonprofit experience required

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: Competitive; commensurate with experience
• Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship by YRF Team & Board of Directors
• Supportive, mission-aligned team environment
• Unlimited PTO and Jewish holiday observance

How to Apply:

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to: [email protected]
Subject line: Development & Events Coordinator Application