The Director of Development, East Coast Region is the representative of American Friends of Rambam Medical Center (AFORAM) throughout the East Coast of the United States. They are responsible for increasing AFORAM’s regional awareness and involvement by building a powerful base of support for Rambam Health Care Campus, particularly throughout the New York tristate area, Boston, Philadelphia, DC, and Florida. They should be a strong, seasoned fundraiser who will serve as the driver on individual, event, foundation, and corporate development efforts. The Director must have excellent judgment, great time management, superior written and oral communication skills, and the ability to work well remotely while partnering with AFORAM Board members, lay leaders and staff throughout the US. Proven success in managing an overall fundraising effort is essential.
The Director will be a dynamic and effective member of the AFORAM team who will provide strategic leadership and direction that shapes the future of AFORAM, while serving as the primary leader and fundraiser for the East Coast region. The Director will spearhead a fundraising strategy for the region and carry a personal portfolio of donors and new prospects. The Director will expand AFORAM’s East Coast base of support through donor acquisition efforts and a robust moves management plan to bring in a wider population of philanthropists with a passion for Rambam.
This is a fully remote role. Candidates in the NY/NJ/CT tri-state area are strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversee fundraising activities for the East Coast, secure major gift funding and planned gifts, foster a culture of development, and identify and raise other revenue streams to support AFORAM’s mission
- Build and maintain a portfolio of six- and seven-figure prospects, and cultivate towards eight-figure prospects, focusing on both restricted and unrestricted funding
- Identify, recruit, and develop Board members and lay leadership
- Serve as a spokesperson and official representative of AFORAM to influential stakeholders in the community and the public at large, as well as on social media
- Plan and execute small and large-scale fundraising events
- Research, contact, and meet current, lapsed, and potential new donors to develop comprehensive background information, giving priorities, gift capacity, and solicitation strategies
- Solicit major gifts through personalized outreach, including face-to-face meetings, phone calls, and written communications. Strategically plan and carry out approved travel within the US to close significant gifts
- Draft and/or support grant proposals, proposal inquiries, letters of intent/interest, and other formal documentation
- Develop and implement stewardship plans to acknowledge, maintain and deepen relationships with major donors
- Maintain and use Raiser’s Edge data as a daily repository and a planning resource, to inform fundraising strategy and priorities, measure outputs and drive towards planned outcomes
- Encourage donors and prospects to visit Rambam Health Care Campus
- Assist in the planning and logistics of Rambam leadership and doctor visits to and from Rambam and the US
- Partner with the team, operating as an effective, strategic, solution-focused team player
- Correspond with the International Relations Department at Rambam Health Care Campus as needed
- Perform other duties as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, including experience and/or familiarity with Jewish and pro-Israel community, fundraising, and working with lay-leaders
- A proven record of securing major gifts (6-figure plus)
- Passion for AFORAM’s mission, healthcare, Haifa, and northern Israel
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work collaboratively with lay leaders and colleagues
- Computer proficiency in advanced functions of Microsoft Word, Excel, Raiser’s Edge, and other programs as needed
- Raiser’s Edge experience preferred
- High energy and enthusiasm – an entrepreneurial self-starter who thrives in a remote working environment
- A broad national network of major donors and/or prospects
- Ability and experience in writing and presenting information to, and maintaining relationships with, diverse audiences and stakeholders
- Ability to work both independently and as an active team member
- Creative problem solving, politically aware, financially astute, strategic thinker, and current on a variety of relevant world issues
- Available to work and travel in the US as well as to and from Israel, if needed
- Familiarity with 501(c)(3) regulations in a fundraising role, particularly a “Friends of” or similar organization
Compensation and Benefits
AFORAM offers generous employee benefits, and a flexible and collaborative working environment. A competitive salary will be offered to the Director based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to location, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty and training.
We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package, including:
- Employer-sponsored healthcare and dental coverage
- A 403(b) retirement plan with match
- Generous paid time off
- A fully remote work environment
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel. AFORAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Neither this job description nor any other written or verbal communications is intended to create a contract of employment or a promise of long-term employment. Employment-at-will may be terminated with or without cause and with or without notice at any time by the Employee or by AFORAM.
Who We Are
American Friends of Rambam Medical Center (AFORAM) is a national not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization established to promote and support Rambam Health Care Campus – the premier medical institution in Haifa, Israel.
Rambam is a unique model of coexistence, with a mix of Jewish and Arab physicians, patients and staff who all work together to serve its residents, from all areas of Israeli society, as well as humanitarian cases and patients from abroad.
Rambam is a 1,100-bed, comprehensive, teaching hospital and Northern Israel's most advanced medical center, as well as the primary referral center for 12 district hospitals. Located in Haifa, Israel’s third largest city, Rambam serves 2.5 million residents: one third of Israel’s population.
For up-to-date news about AFORAM activities and Rambam Health Care Campus advancements, please visit www.AFORAM.org.
Not sure if you meet every requirement? Apply anyway.
We would like to hear from everyone who believes they are qualified for this position. All applications will be considered, and candidates will be selected based on qualifications and experience appropriate to the position, and without regard to race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or partnership status, citizenship or alienage status, veteran status, or any other characteristic irrelevant to the job at hand.
How to apply:
By email to: [email protected] with the subject line: “Director of Development, East Coast Region”.
Please include your resume and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you. We regret that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.