Title: Assistant Director of Development & Events
Reports to: Western Region Director of Development
Location: Los Angeles
Full Time | Hybrid
Established in 1948 as Israel’s national hospital, Sheba Medical Center is now an internationally recognized healthcare facility and the largest medical center in the Middle East. Four years in a row, Newsweek magazine ranked Sheba on its prestigious list of the top ten medical centers worldwide. Every year, Sheba’s 10,000 medical professionals deliver 11,000 babies, perform 50,000 surgeries, treat over 50,000 cancer patients, train IDF medical personnel and touch almost 1 in 5 Israelis. Sheba is a leader in Israel’s international medical humanitarian work, in treating injured IDF soldiers, and has a medical technology incubator, the ARC Innovation Center, which is a major driver of health tech innovation in Israel and globally.
In the1970s, two American 501(c)3 organizations were formed to raise money to support the Medical Center. In January 2021, the two merged into the national American Friends of Sheba Medical Center. Sheba is central to Israel’s healthcare system and a major goal is to expand awareness of this in the US and grow financial support. The newly merged American organization has the opportunity to help expand Sheba’s amazing work and human impact by engaging new major donors and foundation partners.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Summary:
The Assistant Director of Development & Events is responsible for implementing fundraising strategies to grow Sheba Medical Center’s support in the Western Region. Under the direction of the Director of Development, the Assistant Director of Development will engage with the target audience through various channels to build and nurture relationships; plan and execute engagement and development events and programs; identify and help secure new foundation grant funding; coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate the smooth execution of campaigns; and foster a sense of community and participation around campaign initiatives. This individual is also responsible for the management of data input into the donor database including, but not limited to, donor contributions and interactions, responses to events and more.
Primary Responsibilities include:
- Lead and manage volunteer committees such as Sheba 2.0 Young Leadership and San Fernando Valley Advisory Committee.
- Assist in the planning and execution of 2-3 major events and regional salons.
- Identify, research, cultivate, solicit, and steward new and existing donors and foundation partners.
- Conduct a high volume of outreach through personalized electronic, phone, and in-person visits.
- Create and edit content for various campaign materials, including social media posts, emails, blog posts, and promotional materials.
- Assist with scheduling, preparation, and follow up of all meetings including AFSMC Western Region Board, sub-committees, and individual donor meetings.
- Provide timely data entry for donor/prospect contact, and campaign-related information.
- Run queries and reports in Raiser’s Edge.
- Other duties and special projects may be assigned by the Development Director, CEO and CDO.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
Bachelor’s degree required, with preference given to professionals with advanced education in philanthropy or related areas. A minimum of 3 years of experience in resource development, including donor development and solicitation.
- Experience working as a team member in a non-profit organization
- Extensive experience in planning and executing large-scale fundraising events
- Confidence in donor database management and ease in functioning in CRM systems with Raisers Edge experience preferred.
- Proficiency in use of digital marketing platforms and tools.
- Possess strong computer skills: Microsoft Office 365 applications, Google suite, mail merges, presentation software, and video-integrated meeting systems,
QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal and donor stewardship skills.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Maintain confidentiality with regard to donor relations at all times.
- Familiarity with Israel, as well as medical or hospital-related fundraising is a plus.
- Preference will be given to candidates with deep knowledge of the Jewish community on the West Coast.
- Ability to attend some evening and weekend events and travel to regional and national events and meetings as needed.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Salary Commensurate with Experience
Medical insurance: You have the opportunity to participate in our health insurance PPO plan as well as vision and dental insurance plans. 85% of the coverage is paid for employees coverage. Purchase for dependence is also available for 50% of the premium cost with the rest subsidized by AFSMC. Retirement plan 401(k) you shall receive an employer contribution equal to 4% of your annual salary, starting after three months of employment. 50% by AFSMC. Disability insurance we offer 100% employer paid short-term and long-term disability insurance. Ample opportunity for growth and development in the company.
American Friends of Sheba Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AFSMC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by relevant law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
To apply for this position, please email your cover letter and resume to Dee Levine at [email protected] with “Assistant Director of Development” in the subject.