Regional Director, Northeast

About the role

The Regional Director, Northeast is a new and pivotal role for Friends of Irgun Nechei Zahal (“The Irgun”). Joining at a time of significant growth and opportunity, the Regional Director will play a central role in expanding the organization’s reach and growing its base of philanthropic support across New York, with a primary focus on New York City.

New York represents a critical market for advancing the Irgun’s mission, strengthening donor partnerships, and elevating national visibility.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute cultivation and solicitation strategies for a portfolio of prospects in New York, with the goal of securing major gifts and broadening The Irgun’s base of support.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, partners, and community leaders.
• Develop and implement fundraising plans that align with the organization’s strategic goals.
• Oversee the development and execution of events and campaigns to engage and inspire supporters.
• Recruit and manage a team to support the Regional Director’s initiatives.

Requirements

• Proven track record of successful fundraising and relationship-building in a nonprofit setting.
• Experience working in New York City and familiarity with local philanthropic landscape.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Passion for the mission of Friends of Irgun Nechei Zahal and a commitment to advancing social justice and community empowerment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., nonprofit management, public relations, communications).
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a leadership position within a nonprofit organization.
• Experience in fundraising, event planning, and community engagement.

Skills

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Health insurance benefits.
• Retirement plan contributions.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Fully remote with occasional travel to New York City.