UJA-Federation of New York is the largest local philanthropy in the world. For more than 100 years, we’ve brought New Yorkers together to solve some of the most pressing problems facing our community. Thanks to our network of hundreds of non-profits, we can leverage our expertise across any number of areas — including health and human services, arts and culture, and education — to care for Jews everywhere and New Yorkers of all backgrounds, respond to crises close to home and far away, and shape our Jewish future. Our reach extends from New York to Israel to nearly 70 other countries around the world, touching 4.5 million people each year.
Position Summary:
The Development Assistant supports the Long Island Division, which raises over $13 million annually by engaging the local community.
We are looking for an organized, personable, and thoughtful applicant to provide essential administrative support. The right candidate is a confident, independent thinker with strong computer, organizational, and data-management skills. To be successful, this person must be able to work and collaborate effectively with the Long Island division team and the broader UJA team, both volunteer and professional. The activities of this division are fast-paced and high-energy; therefore this role requires a team-player with the ability to multi-task, troubleshoot, and be a forward-thinker.
This job is an opportunity to work in a warm and supportive environment for the largest local philanthropy in the world.
Major Responsibilities:
- Schedule and provide administrative support for committees and meetings– including meeting and event logistics, materials preparation, and mail merge.
- Manage and update data on fundraising database
- Support with communications to various constituents including nonprofit organizations, lay leaders, and professional staff of the Long Island Division. This includes drafting emails and answering phone calls.
- Learn UJA-Federation databases and be ready to thoughtfully execute searches and giving reports.
- Process gifts, event registrations/payments, invoices, and expense reports.
- Provide support before, during and after meetings, events, and programs. This may include working registration, collecting payments, and helping with set up/tear-down.
- Manage electronic journal system and coordinate ads from contributors.
- Interface with various UJA-Federation departments such as the Print Shop, Accounting Services, Human Resources, Audio & Visual, and Marketing & Communications.
- Track attendance and monies for events, including invoices, event charges, raffles, etc.
- Other projects as assigned.
Qualifications & Competencies:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel in particular) and Zoom.
- Organized and detail-oriented person, who can keep a handle on extensive number of simultaneous reports, processes, and procedures.
- Strong critical thinking and analytic abilities.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
- Team player, willing to participate in cross-division initiatives, and to support staff events.
- Problem-solver with meticulous attention to detail.
- Friendly and enthusiastic presence.
- Flexibility to work at events and programs when required, which may be outside of normal business hours.
Salary Information:
The salary for this role is $45,000-$50,000.
Great Perks. Because We Appreciate Great Employees.
TIME OFF
We offer a generous number of vacation days and have the Jewish holidays off as well. Fridays our offices close early (October to March at 3:00 pm and April to September at 4:00 pm). All so you can relax and recharge.
HYBRID MODEL
We’re operating on a hybrid work model: three set days in the office and two days remote. So enjoy the best of both worlds — the comforts of home and the energy of the office.
HEALTH CARE
UJA provides a top-tier medical and dental plan, along with a flexible spending account. We also offer life insurance. And for a small cost you can take part in on-site yoga and exercise classes at our Manhattan office. Wellness matters to us.
PLANNING FOR RETIREMENT
UJA employees can enroll in a pension plan and tax deferred annuity.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Classes, workshops, and compelling speakers will keep you at the top of your game.
COMMUNITY
We come together as a staff to commemorate holidays (from Rosh Hashanah to MLK Day), volunteer at nonprofits, and celebrate our accomplishments together. (Our chocolate chip cookies are legendary!)
SOME MORE (YES, MORE!)
We also offer a backup childcare program. And a commuter benefit plan. So, you can get to work and feel good about it.