The David Project
Development Associate
The David Project is a national nonprofit
organization that positively shapes
campus opinion on Israel by educating,
training, and empowering Jewish and nonJewish c student leaders to be thoughtful,
strategic and persuasive advocates. The
David Project accomplishes its mission
through programs on its 43 Core School
college campuses across the U.S., Israel
Uncovered, a 10-day leadership trip to
Israel and the Relationship Building
Institute, its annual summer training
conference.
We are a highly innovative, fast moving, energetic and fun group of people that love
what we do. Our work environment is highly collaborative and every employee is treated
as a thought leader and key partner within the organization. We seek talented individuals
who will embrace our mission.
We offer competitive compensation based on experience and outstanding benefits, and
are committed to the highest standard of professional excellence and integrity.
Job Summary
As the Development Associate, you will have the opportunity to work on a highly
collaborative team during an exciting growth period for our organization. You will use
your excellent writing skills to craft donor-facing messages, your project management
skills to help manage foundation grants and plan unique donor events, and your
administration skills to research donor prospects, track, steward and acknowledge
donations. You will report to the Chief Marketing and Development Officer and will have
the opportunity to work closely with the Program team, the Finance Manager and the
Executive Director.
Core Competencies
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Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with passion, creativity, and
persuasiveness
Work autonomously in a strategic and highly organized manner
Develop deep and meaningful relationships with a broad range of constituents
Collaborate with efficacy across a variety of teams
Responsibilities Overview
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Develop and maintain relationships with donors and volunteers
Support grant and report writing
Process gifts, acknowledgments and create reports
Manage database of donors
Assist with external facing donor communication and PR and marketing plan
deliverables
Manage development and execution of donor cultivation events
Assist with prospect research
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Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree with at least two years’ relevant work experience
Ability to thrive in a startup environment of a growing organization with an
entrepreneurial spirit
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively with donors, executives and other staff
members
Enthusiasm, a sense of humor and a personal commitment to TDP’s mission
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, fundraising databases (eTapestry or similar)
and graphic design applications a plus
Demonstrated track record in creating organizational systems and project
management and great attention to detail
Where We Work
Our office is located in the heart of downtown Boston. You’ll be working out of our
national headquarters at 745 Atlantic Avenue, WeWork South Station. Perks of working
at WeWork include all you can drink coffee, tea, spa water and beer on each floor.
To apply For This Position
Please send a cover letter, resume and references via email with the subject line
“Development Associate” to:
Juan Pardo
Finance/HR Manager
jp@davidproject.org
The David Project
P.O. Box 52390
Boston, MA 02205