If working for an organization that supports the land and people of Israel excites you, then join us and you needn't wait another minute to change the world!
Position Overview
Jewish National Fund‑USA seeks a passionate, entrepreneurial Young Leadership Fundraiser to join our Eastern Pennsylvania team. This role combines general campaign fundraising with JNFuture (Young Leadership Division) growth and engagement throughout Greater Philadelphia and the surrounding region.
You will cultivate and steward donors across age groups, grow the young‑professional pipeline, lead strategic programming, and help advance both short‑ and long‑term philanthropic goals. A typical day may include donor meetings, sharing the JNF‑USA story, supporting local leadership, planning programs, and representing JNF‑USA at community events. The role offers flexibility to meet donors where they are and the opportunity to join a national network of campaign professionals and young Zionist leaders.
This position is based in our Bala Cynwyd, PA office, with regular regional travel and opportunities for national trainings, conferences, and potential international travel to Israel.
Position Responsibilities:
JNFuture:
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Lead JNFuture engagement and fundraising for young professionals ages 22–40.
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Identify, cultivate, and solicit young‑adult prospects through networking, meetings, social media, and research.
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Support and guide JNFuture boards and young leadership committees.
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Plan and execute JNFuture programs in partnership with events and marketing teams.
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Advocate for young professionals in regional campaign strategy and represent JNF‑USA at community events.
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Recruit participants for JNFuture trips, missions, and Israel experiences.
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Participate in weekly JNFuture and regional team calls and regular check‑ins with your supervisor.
General Campaign:
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Cultivate, solicit, and steward existing and new donors through meetings, events, calls, and Zoom.
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Manage all stages of the donor cycle and maintain strong, long‑term donor relationships.
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Provide leadership to regional lay leaders and support planning and execution of key regional events.
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Host Israeli affiliates and coordinate strategic donor and prospect meetings.
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Recruit participants for Missions to Israel and the Global Conference.
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Represent JNF‑USA at regional Jewish community events.
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Track all donor activity and outreach using Salesforce.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience)
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Excellent analytical and organizational skills; strong attention to details and the ability to balance a variety of tasks and deadlines.
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Creative self-starter with the ability to work both independently as a team player
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Excellent oral and written communication, planning, and organizational skills
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A flexible and creative thinker able to find and create new giving opportunities for programs.
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Self-motivated, outgoing and results oriented; ability and desire to set and reach ambitious goals.
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Ability to respect and maintain donor confidentiality.
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Ability to travel mostly throughout region and Israel on occasion including for Global Conference, JNF University, JLIS
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Nonprofit boards and/or committees experience a plus.
Perks:
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Days off for all work-prohibitive Jewish holidays, in addition to the secular US holidays
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Generous paid time off
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3pm close-of-business on Fridays
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Top-notch healthcare (including dental and vision)
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Parental Leave policy
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Employer-paid life insurance
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Employer-paid short and long-term disability
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403(b) with generous 10.5% employer contribution
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Opportunities to travel to Israel
Compensation:
$60,000-75,000
Pay Type:
Salaried
Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role.
WHAT WE DO
For 125 years, Jewish National Fund-USA has helped strengthen the land and people of Israel by investing in the communities, infrastructure, and leadership that shape the country’s future. Our work is focused on making Israel’s North and South places where families can build full, vibrant lives with access to medical care, emergency response, water solutions, parks, playgrounds, jobs, and economic opportunity. Working with our donors and partners, we support underpopulated communities, help attract new residents, improve quality of life, and create the conditions for long-term growth. Our work reaches beyond projects on the ground. Through education, travel, and leadership opportunities, we connect Americans of all ages to Israel in meaningful and lasting ways. That vision continues with the World Zionist Village in Be’er Sheva, a global center that will bring people together to live, learn, lead, and strengthen the next generation of Zionist leadership. From urgent relief to long-term transformation, Jewish National Fund-USA is helping build a stronger future for Israel and creating lasting legacies for generations to come. Learn more at jnf.org.
SINCE 1901, JNF HAS:
- Planted more than 250 million trees
- Built over 250 reservoirs and dams
- Developed over 250,000 acres of land
- Created more than 2,000 parks
- Provided the infrastructure for over 1,000 communities
- Connected thousands of children and young adults to Israel and their heritage
Jewish National Fund prides itself on honoring the pioneers of the past and celebrating their spirit by continuing the pioneering tradition in the areas of technology, environmental progress, community development, water renewal and building the land of Israel for many years to come.
Jewish National Fund affirms the bonds of the Jewish family with their strength of unity, the understanding that each member can make a difference and the collective power to build prosperity, develop innovative solutions and promote the greater good.
OUR CREDENTIALS & PARTNERSHIPS
A registered 501(c)(3) organization, Jewish National Fund is recognized as a 4-star organization by Charity Navigator, America's leading independent charity evaluator, for its sound fiscal management, accountability, and transparency. JNF has also been rated a top charity by the American Institute of Philanthropy and meets the 20 rigorous standards of the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Wise Giving Alliance, and the transparency standards of Tzedakah, Inc. No other Jewish organization meets all these standards.
OUR CULTURE
We are ViZion-driven relationship-based, fast-paced, and Positively Israel!
OUR CORE VALUES
Be Bold: Beyond. We are proud and passionate, vocal, and visionary about Israel and Zionism. We pride ourselves on our out-of-the-box thinking and the great things it accomplishes for the land and with the people of Israel.
Belong: Stay long. We are an inclusive and diverse workplace welcoming and respecting all cultures, ages, religions, ethnicities, genders, orientations, and physical abilities. Understanding that a work-life balance is crucial to the success of our organization, we are empathetic, understanding, caring, appreciative, and respectful of one another as we strive to develop and retain our professionals and donors for the long-run.
Be Inscribed: Be the Impact. To walk in the land of Israel and see the impact of our work instills the greatest sense of fulfillment. We strive for each employee to make their mark, leave their footprint, be heard, and feel relevant as together we help ensure the vibrancy of Israel for the next 100 years. We plant the future, not just trees.
Be Kind: Act with Chesed. At JNF-USA we do not underestimate the power of kindness. We use recognition and praise to motivate teams, individuals, donors, and stakeholders. We are proud of our please and thank you's. We listen and lend a helping hand when a co-worker is challenged. Whether random or deliberate acts, kindness is a key ingredient to our positive workplace and mindset.
B'Yachad: Together. Great collaboration between our employees, donors and affiliates in Israel is a priority: everyone matters no matter their role. We recognize that open and inspirational communication, teamwork, and collegiality is a force multiplier in reaching our goals, mission, and vision. Jewish National Fund-USA exemplifies the power of unity.
