Alumni Engagement & Fundraising Associate

Organizational Overview

Birthright Israel began with a bold idea in 1999 — to offer young Jewish adults a life-changing trip to Israel to build their Jewish identity and, by doing so, transform the Jewish future. In turn, Birthright Israel Foundation was founded to raise the necessary funds in the United States to support this critical mission and to ensure that all young Jews have an opportunity to visit their ancestral homeland and forge a connection to their heritage that can last a lifetime. Since its founding, Birthright Israel has sent over 850,000 young adults on this transformational trip. Our work has become even more important in a post-October 7th world.

Location

• NYC or South Florida (Hybrid)

Compensation

• $55,000-$70,000
• FLSA: Exempt

Key Responsibilities

• Alumni Engagement & Relationship Building
  • Develop and implement strategies to engage and identify Birthright Israel alumni who are looking to pay their experiences forward while fostering lifelong connections to the organization.
  • Identify, cultivate, and steward alumni who demonstrate potential for philanthropy, leadership, and storytelling.
  • Manage and expand alumni networks through targeted outreach and peer-to-peer engagement initiatives focused on cultivating alumni donations.
  • Maintain strong relationships with alumni ambassadors and community leaders to encourage grassroots fundraising and advocacy.
• Alumni Lay Leadership & Speakers Bureau
  • Play a pivotal role in launching Birthright Israel Foundation's Alumni Lay Leadership Strategy in 2026, helping shape and implement a long-term engagement plan.
  • Assist in identifying and screening alumni whose Birthright Israel experiences are particularly impactful and who can contribute meaningfully to fundraising efforts.
  • Establish and manage an Alumni Speakers Bureau, recruiting and training alumni to serve as speakers, storytellers, and content creators for fundraising and donor engagement events.
  • Work closely with the Development and Donor Experience teams to match alumni speakers with opportunities to inspire donors and prospective supporters.
• Event Planning & Execution
  • Support the planning and execution of alumni-focused fundraising events.
  • Work closely with the Development and Donor Experience teams to integrate alumni engagement into broader BRIF events.
  • Assist in the creation of alumni-exclusive experiences to deepen connection and encourage ongoing involvement.
• Fundraising & Philanthropic Initiatives
  • Collaborate with the Development team to encourage alumni giving at all levels, from grassroots fundraising to major gifts.
  • Assist in implementing peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns and digital giving initiatives targeting alumni.
  • Work with the marketing team to develop compelling alumni storytelling that drives donor participation.
• Digital & Social Media Engagement
  • Support alumni engagement efforts through digital communications, including email campaigns, social media, and alumni spotlights.
  • Collaborate with the Communications & Marketing Team to create and share impactful alumni stories that highlight the impact of Birthright Israel.
  • Leverage digital tools to track and analyze alumni engagement, identifying trends and opportunities for outreach.
• Administrative & Data Management
  • Maintain accurate records of alumni interactions, event participation, and giving history in CRM systems.
  • Track engagement metrics to assess the effectiveness of alumni initiatives and inform future strategies.
  • Assist in reporting and data analysis to measure the success of alumni programs.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in communications, nonprofit management, Jewish studies, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in alumni engagement, fundraising, development, or community outreach.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives and engage stakeholders.
• Experience with fundraising or development in a nonprofit, higher education, or Jewish communal organization preferred.
• Project management experience and familiarity with project management systems (e.g., Asana, Monday.com) preferred.
• Experience in event planning and donor stewardship is a plus.
• Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and digital engagement tools a plus.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel occasionally and work some evenings and weekends for events.
• Passion for the mission of Birthright Israel.