Development Coordinator

BACKGROUND

Bar-Ilan University, founded in 1955, was one of Israel's first comprehensive research universities and will be celebrating its 70th anniversary next year. Its remarkable growth from 70 students to 21,000 and milestone achievements in the sciences and humanities have made an indelible imprint on the character of the State of Israel. BIU maintains eight faculties, four of which focus on STEM research and are active partners in national science and technology initiatives.

BIU's mission is about achieving excellence and making an impact that transcends boundaries. This transformative journey, catalyzed by a recent $260 million gift, is fueling the creation of challenge-driven research centers, innovative instructional methods, intensified global outreach, and broadened discourse and dialogue throughout Israel and the world. The future of BIU is not just bright; it's inspiring.

The University is home to a microcosm of Israeli society; Bar-Ilan University's student body includes religious and secular Jews, non-Jews, immigrants, and international visitors. The multicultural environment encourages free thought and open discussion while providing an education steeped in Jewish values. BIU's academic faculty and administrative staff are likewise multi-faceted, fostering a unique atmosphere for open exchange of ideas. This diversity and tolerance are not just values at BIU but also lived and breathed.

AMERICAN FRIENDS OF BAR-ILAN UNIVERSITY (AFBIU)

Established sixty years ago, AFBIU develops vital philanthropic support for this unique university. The generosity of its donors transforms dreams into realities. It funds state-of-the-art facilities and academic projects. It helps attract preeminent faculty. It also offers opportunities to support unparalleled academic advancements while promoting an appreciation of Jewish heritage and the Jewish state. This critical support has made Bar-Ilan University what it is today – a bastion of Jewish Studies and a world leader in Medicine, Cybersecurity, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

AFBIU's national and regional programs, events, and missions to Israel promote a greater appreciation of Bar-Ilan's breadth and scope of achievements and the University's pivotal role in educating leaders for the State of Israel and beyond. Moreover, by nurturing Israel's greatest natural resource—the intellectual strength of the nation's people—AFBIU helps Bar-Ilan improve human health, lead the way with agricultural innovation, spearhead the latest breakthroughs in brain sciences, and illuminate the world through the humanities.

Led by recently appointed CEO Jessica Feldan, AFBIU has a national staff of 14 people and an aggressive recruitment strategy to grow the staff over the next couple of years significantly. With an endowment of over $15 million, AFBIU raises over $12 million a year and is growing. Further information on AFBIU can be found on its website: www.afbiu.org.

DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

AFBIU seeks a motivated, organized, and detail-oriented professional. The Coordinator will support AFBIU's senior leadership in various development efforts during this pivotal time. Reporting to the Director of Development Operations, and with close collaboration with the CEO and Chief Development Officer (CDO), the Coordinator will help ensure high-quality planning and execution of AFBIU's donor stewardship, development operations, and fundraising activities.

Key responsibilities include:

Executive Support & Donor Relations

• Ensure donors in the CEO/CDO's portfolios are professionally stewarded and meaningfully engaged throughout the year.
• Serve as a trustworthy and reliable contact for donors in the CEO/CDO's portfolios, preparing Board and donor meeting materials and ensuring thoughtful and timely communications.
• Work closely with the Office Manager to stay informed about the CEO's calendar and scheduled meetings, ensuring all donor interactions are seamlessly organized.

Donor Events & Communications

• Coordinate logistics for donor engagement events, both in-person and virtual, ensuring all aspects of the event reflect AFBIU's brand and achieve their intended goals.
• Assist in managing communications and ensure all content created by the organization's Communications & PR consultant is shared across AFBIU's social media channels and website.

Development Operations & Reporting

• Support the Director of Development Operations in managing donor databases, tracking donations, and ensuring accurate and timely gift acknowledgment.
• Maintain accurate systems for tracking and categorizing development projects, proposals, and donor interactions.
• Provide fundraising reports and campaign updates to support the organization's day-to-day development efforts and strategic growth goals.
• All other duties assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Have a Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, or a related field.
• Have three to five years of fundraising experience within a Jewish communal, higher education, or nonprofit setting.
• Experience supporting executive staff and knowledge of donor relations is a plus.
• Comfort taking direction from multiple managers on different projects and balancing a varied portfolio.
• Outstanding interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a highly collegial manner within a complex national and international organizational culture.
• Be detail-oriented with a commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
• Be a team player with a collaborative work style and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Eager to contribute to the mission of AFBIU while expanding your skills in development.
• Adaptable and able to prioritize work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Excellent computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Suite, Raiser's Edge, and other relevant programs, databases, and reporting systems.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a minimum of four days a week in the office in Midtown Manhattan.

COMPENSATION: $70,000 - $80,000 commensurate with experience. AFBIU is an equal employment employer

BENEFITS: Competitive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and opportunities for professional development.