Communications & Development Manager #6181

Beit Ruth for Young Women and Girls at Risk is a long-term therapeutic residence, school, and Youth Village in Israel with a mission to ensure that vulnerable and at-risk girls are given the opportunity to thrive emotionally, socially, and academically, thereby breaking the cycle of violence for themselves and future generations of children. In a safe, structured, and loving home-like environment, Beit Ruth staff provide the academic and therapeutic resources necessary to enable at-risk girls to re-enter society as caring, educated, independent, and empowered young women. Through advocacy, we share our best practices and model program to educate, empower, and engage a global community to create social change. For more information, please visit www.beitruth.com.

Position Overview

American Friends of Beit Ruth (hereinafter “Beit Ruth”) seeks an experienced, bright, passionate, and ideas-driven Communications & Development Manager (hereinafter “Manager”) to join its Manhattan office. This full-time hybrid position offers the opportunity to gain international non-profit experience with a leading organization focused on empowering at-risk girls, advocacy, and gender equality.

Reporting to the Development Director (hereinafter “DoD”) and working closely with the Executive Director, US team and the Israel-based Program team, the Manager is responsible for a breadth of cross-functional communications activities and will play a vital role in showcasing Beit Ruth’s transformational work and in fulfilling its short-term development goals and its long-term vision. The Manager will lead communications strategies and execution - while contributing to the organization’s overall growth and revenue generation.

The successful candidate can develop and lead a plan of action. And will create and help drive results-driven communications, fundraising and social impact initiatives while expanding Beit Ruth’s reach and reputation.

The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of Beit Ruth’s mission and is energized by engaging with and being part of a visionary international team committed to ending gender-based violence. You are a strong writer, creative thinker, and skilled strategist who inspires action and supports initiatives that drive measurable results. You thrive in both planning and executing strategies and are adaptable in a dynamic environment. You are an optimistic, solution-oriented team player who fosters collaboration and brings energy to all aspects of your work. This position requires occasional evening and weekend work.

Communications and Outreach

• Manage and execute all aspects of external/internal communications to engage and activate donors, partners, and prospects, including individuals, foundations, Board and Committee members, and institutional partners.
• Create the strategy and develop compelling and visually appealing digital and print communications including; appeals, e-newsletters, annual reports, donor and Board updates, social media content, website updates, and event materials to align with organizational goals.
• Update organization’s digital space, including website (Squarespace), social media (Facebook and Instagram) and regularly adding new and relevant content.
• Prepare messaging, talking points, and speeches for presentations and events.
• Secure media and other visibility opportunities to amplify Beit Ruth’s visibility.
• Create and manage a Communications Calendar to plan campaigns and outreach efforts.

Programs and Special Initiatives

• Act as a key liaison between the U.S. and Israel teams to stay informed on Village activities, events, and programs, ensuring alignment in messaging and storytelling.
• Work closely with the DoD to manage and enhance special programs, including growing the Fellowship, B’nai Mitzvah and Young Leadership Council Programs.
• Engage Young Leadership and Bnai Mitzvah families through communication, cultivation and stewardship, creating the next generation of Beit Ruth’s philanthropists.
• Work closely with the DoD to help identify and execute new opportunities for funding and partnering with existing and new individuals, foundations, and organizations to achieve funding successes.
• Work extensively on all aspects of annual Gala.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree
• 4 or more years’ experience in Communications, including Social Media, at a nonprofit.
• Demonstrated success in strategic fundraising communications and development, with a proven ability to persuasively engage diverse audiences.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills with the ability to craft compelling fundraising messages – with a strong focus on storytelling and relationship-building.
• Excellent computer skills – Word, Excel and PowerPoint, social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram), and familiarity with donor management databases.
• Relevant experience in Adobe Creative Suite, i.e., Canva, Constant Contact, Photoshop and other creative tools, including Squarespace.
• Strong project-management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines effectively and professionally, with a strong attention to detail.
• Experience working in a collaborative team environment while also being self-motivated and capable of independent work.
• Social justice-oriented and passionate about communicating Beit Ruth’s mission and accomplishments.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with Israel and the Jewish philanthropic community.

Desired Qualifications

• Strategic thinker with initiative and enthusiasm for communications and development.
• Strong interpersonal skills and active listening abilities for engaging with cross-cultural teams and external partners.
• Critical thinker and problem solver who is flexible and adaptable in dynamic environments.
• Spoken Hebrew, a plus