Associate Director, Donor Engagement, Next Gen

Position Overview

The Ass ociate Director , Donor Engagement,  Next Gen  is a relationship builder  who works with donors and lay leaders (volunteers) to advance Federation’s mission and vision through the work of Financial Resource Development (FRD). This role is central to  identifying , cultivating, and engaging new  donors— expanding our base of support while deepening relationships with existing contributors. The Associate Director partners with volunteer leaders to craft and implement meaningful engagement opportunities that connect individuals and organizations more deeply to our work, strengthening long-term philanthropic commitment and helping grow total dollars raised to support the Greater Washington Jewish Community, helping elevate their involvement and investment in local, national and international Jewish life by helping them find and develop their philanthropy and leadership.

What You'll Do

Resource Development

- Serve as a relationship manager to deepen and strengthen  connection  with donors and prospects.

- Personally  identify , cultivate,  solicit  and steward a portfolio of donors and prospects, securing gifts through face-to-face solicitations as part of a $2 5 M+ annual campaign.

- Utilize considerable initiative, independence, originality, and responsibility for developing new methods and techniques for relationship building.

- Ensure consistent onboarding/welcoming of all donors, including Ben-Gurion Society (BGS) donors, with the help of our BGS Co-Chairs.

- Strategic focus on  lay leadership  acquisition of  young adult donors and lay leaders  through inventory prospecting, scheduled outreach, connections with community members, and post-event follow-up.

Volunteer Partnership

- Lead  strategic  partnership with critical lay leadership, including   the   Next Gen Co-Chairs  and  Next Gen Board ,  to   identify ,   initiate , and develop solicitation efforts, enhance current   engagement   initiatives, and   foster opportunities for organizational and communal leadership development .

- Own the onboarding  and  ongoing support of  lay leaders by developing strategies for committees,   meetings,   and events,  and by creating  written   materials  such as  annotated agendas and operational plans , including project  timelines  and  solicitor recruitment plans .

- Drive the development of a lay leadership pipeline in partnership with FRD colleagues, ensuring emerging leaders are  identified , cultivated, and connected to meaningful opportunities for deeper engagement.

Engagement Opportunities

- Develop and implement  Board engagement,  events,  and other leadership  experiences that  foster  a deeper connection to Federation and one another and  further  leadership goals, including large  events, small gatherings, educational leadership series, and partnering with our local partner agencies, as well as the Jewish Federations of North America ,  on cross-collaborative engagement opportunities.

What You Bring

- 4- 7 years of experience in annual fundraising, donor engagement, customer service, sales, or relationship or account management required

- Strong donor-relations skills: proven ability in cultivating prospects and creating donor engagement strategies that lead to greater philanthropic support

- Data-driven  decision-maker  who is comfortable with analytics and data management

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

- Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred

- Experience in management of membership or volunteer operations and working  with  volunteer committees

- First-hand knowledge of the Jewish community, its customs, and practices

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRMs; comfortable with and open to  new technology

- Familiarity with Jewish customs, traditions, and community life, or a willingness to learn preferred

- Candidates must  reside  in or be willing to  relocate  to the Greater Washington (DC, MD, and Northern VA) region. This is a hybrid position, with 3 days a week  required  in our headquarters

About The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington

The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington brings people together, mobilizes resources, and drives impact to strengthen Jewish life across Greater Washington and beyond.

We serve as a strategic leader, convener, and catalyst, working across organizations, leaders, and communities to identify priorities, align efforts, and respond to evolving needs. By connecting people, resources, and ideas, we help drive coordinated action and build a vibrant Jewish future. Learn more at  shalomdc.org .

How We Work

Across roles, our work is grounded in:

- Clear priorities and shared goals

- Accountability for outcomes, not just activity

- Collaboration across teams and stakeholders

- Consistent, aligned execution

- A focus on impact and community need

How We Support You

- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

- Retirement plan with employer contribution

- Generous paid time off, including Jewish holidays

- Up to 6 weeks of paid parental leave (after one year)

- Commuter bonus

- Hybrid work environment

- Ongoing professional development opportunities