Director, Woman's Brigade (New York City Metropolitan Area)

About Us

Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) is a humanitarian nonprofit that provides life-changing support for the courageous young men and women of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). We transform their lives through empowering educational, financial, well-being, and cultural initiatives as they protect the State of Israel and her people. Inspired by them, we strive to champion a culture of courage worldwide, ensuring a secure and thriving Israel today and forever.

Our community of supporters and staff are passionate, courageous, and impactful. Our work is driven by core values that transcend gender, age, political leanings, nationality, and religion. Our vital mission and breadth of programs resonate with a diverse array of supporters – all are welcome!

FIDF spans 25 chapters across the United States, proudly offering a variety of innovative programs and opportunities. Our workplace is vibrant and dynamic, encouraging bold creativity, ingenuity, and vision. We’re searching for new talent to contribute to our mission and team.

Position Summary

The Director of the Women’s Campaign – Northeast Region leads the Women’s Brigade , overseeing the strategy, growth, and execution of women-focused fundraising, engagement, and stewardship initiatives across the region. This role is responsible for developing and implementing short- and long-term giving goals and strategies , managing donor relationships, coordinating events, supporting potential Mission trips, and achieving an annual fundraising goal of $5 million in support of FIDF’s mission. The Director works collaboratively with regional and national staff, volunteer leadership, and donors to strengthen philanthropic impact.

Key Responsibilities

Women’s Brigade Leadership & Fundraising Strategy

• Lead, develop, implement, and manage short- and long-term giving goals and strategies for the Women’s Brigade in alignment with FIDF’s mission and fundraising priorities.
• Create annual work plans, set measurable goals, and implement donor stewardship strategies in accordance with expectations set by manager(s) and the national team.
• Support and help advance potential Women’s Mission trips as part of engagement and fundraising strategy.
• Achieve assigned fundraising and engagement goals through donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.

Donor Relations & Prospect Management

• Serve as the primary relationship manager for an assigned portfolio of donors and prospects, including Women’s Brigade Board members.
• Research, identify, and develop new prospects; cultivate and steward donors at all giving levels.
• Design and implement customized stewardship plans, including donor recognition and engagement activities.
• Maintain accurate prospect and donor information using FIDF’s prospect management database.

Volunteer & Lay Leadership Engagement

• Identify, recruit, and partner with lay leaders, organizations, businesses, and firms to strengthen Women’s Brigade initiatives.
• Build community support for FIDF by maintaining relationships with partner organizations, businesses, and individuals.
• Work closely with volunteer leadership to support peer-to-peer fundraising and engagement efforts.

Events & Programming

• Coordinate and support regional events, including Women’s Brigade Dinners, parlor meetings, community events, and the Women’s Annual Luncheon .
• Manage the planning and implementation of special events focused on donor recognition, stewardship, and fundraising.
• Create and maintain an annual calendar of Women’s Brigade events .
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure events align with FIDF branding, messaging, and operational standards.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work effectively with FIDF colleagues across National departments and Northeast Regional staff to provide support and value to the team.
• Collaborate on campaign-related materials, including donor communications, billing, acknowledgments, and event materials, ensuring accuracy and consistency of messaging.
• Represent FIDF professionally at events and community engagements.

Leadership, Reporting & Administration

• Mentor, train, and support the professional development of direct report(s).
• Provide requested reports and updates; collaborate closely with manager(s) and the regional team on progress and strategy.
• Ensure compliance with FIDF policies, procedures, and development best practices.
• Assume other responsibilities as requested.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree a plus.
• 5–7 years of nonprofit fundraising or development experience , preferably in a mission-driven, Jewish, or Israel-focused organization.
• Demonstrated success in donor cultivation, stewardship, volunteer engagement, and event-based fundraising.
• Experience working with senior lay leaders and boards.
• Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel throughout the Northeast Region and work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Commitment to FIDF’s mission and values.

Core Competencies

• Strategic fundraising and donor engagement
• Relationship management and stewardship
• Volunteer and lay leadership development
• Event planning and execution
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Mentorship and team leadership
• Attention to detail and accountability

Benefits and compensation

Medical, Dental, Vision, Early dismissal for Shabbat, 403b with employer matching, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, FSA, Jewish and Federal paid holidays, sick days and vacation.

FIDF is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.