Development Associate

Beit Ruth for Young Women and Girls at Risk is a long‑term therapeutic residence, school, and Youth Village in Israel dedicated to ensuring that vulnerable and at-risk girls can thrive emotionally, socially, and academically, breaking the cycle of violence for themselves and future generations. In a safe, structured, and loving home‑like environment, staff provide the academic and therapeutic resources necessary for at‑risk girls to re‑enter society as caring, educated, independent, and empowered young women.

Beit Ruth shares best practices, models effective programs, and engages a global community to create social change.
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The American Friends of Beit Ruth team is growing and seeks an experienced, bright, passionate, and ideas‑driven Development Associate to join its Manhattan office. This full‑time hybrid position offers the opportunity to gain international nonprofit experience with a leading organization focused on empowering at‑risk girls, advocacy, and gender equality. Reporting to the Development Director and working closely with the Communications Director, Executive Director, and the Israel‑based leadership team, the Associate will manage cross‑functional development activities, showcase Beit Ruth’s transformational work, and help achieve both short‑ and long‑term development goals.

The successful candidate will develop and lead action plans, drive fundraising, communications, and social impact initiatives, and expand Beit Ruth’s reach and reputation. A strong understanding of the mission, excellent communication, strategic thinking, and the ability to inspire action are essential. The role requires occasional evening and weekend work.

• Help create, coordinate, and manage fundraising efforts in collaboration with the Development Director and Communications Director, including donor relations, special events, speaking engagements, and other stakeholder outreach.
• Collaborate with US and Israel teams on strategy and manage execution of general fundraising plans throughout the year.
• Work closely with the Development Director on planning successful cultivation, ask, and stewardship activities.
• Steward village visitors, volunteers, and external partners to create a strong coalition of supporters, donors, and partners.
• Research and help identify and prioritize giving opportunities.
• Help identify and execute new opportunities for funding and partner with existing and new foundations, individuals, and organizations to achieve funding successes.

• Collaborate with US and Israel staff to create and execute all aspects of external and internal communications to engage and activate donors, partners, and prospects, including individuals, foundations, board members, and institutional partners.
• Develop compelling and visually appealing digital and print communications—including appeals, e‑newsletters, annual reports, donor and board updates, social media content, website updates, and event materials—to align with organizational goals.
• Update and manage the organization’s digital space, including the website (Squarespace) and social media (Facebook and Instagram), adding new and relevant content regularly.
• Identify and secure diverse opportunities to amplify Beit Ruth’s visibility.

• Act as a liaison between the U.S. and Israel teams to stay informed on village activities, events, and programs, ensuring alignment in messaging and compelling storytelling.
• Manage and enhance special programs, including the University Fellowship(s), B’nai Mitzvah, and Young Leadership Council Programs, toward fundraising goals.
• Engage Young Leadership and B'nai Mitzvah families through communication, cultivation, and stewardship to develop the next generation of philanthropists.
• Work extensively on all aspects of special events and the annual gala.

• Support the foundation and grants strategy, including identifying new opportunities and strengthening existing relationships.
• Oversee the grant process and calendar, preparing and submitting proposals, reports, and related materials as needed.
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