Anti-Defamation League

Overview

POSITION TITLE: Assistant Director of Development 

REPORTS TO: Senior Associate Director of Development

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Depending on region may participate in supervising staff such as Development/Administrative Assistant OR may occasionally instruct or assist other employees including interns. 

LOCATION: Boston, Massachusetts

Grade/Class: Grade E, Exempt, PSA-Eligible 

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

ADL is the leading anti-hate organization in the world. Founded in 1913, its timeless mission is “to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment to all.” Today, ADL continues to fight all forms of antisemitism and bias, using innovation and partnerships to drive impact. A global leader in combating antisemitism, countering extremism and battling bigotry wherever and whenever it happens, ADL works to protect democracy and ensure a just and inclusive society for all.

PRIMARY FUNCTION: 

Work with the Senior Associate Director of Development to plan and execute targeted fundraising plan to achieve defined regional goals. Identify and cultivate donors and implement targeted solicitation strategies designed to increase giving from the board and the mid-level donor base.

Responsibilities

Primary:

• Assist the Senior Associate Director of Development in setting fundraising priorities and establishing financial goals.
• Plan, organize and execute our Women of Valor Luncheon, ADL New England’s largest fundraising event. Design and execute fundraising strategy for event. Organize event committee meetings and manage volunteer leadership. Coordinate event program, honorees, and attendees. Assign responsibilities and monitor subordinate staff and volunteers in preparation for, during, and after the event.
• In consultation with the Senior Associate Director of Development, identify, cultivate, build, and solidify relationships with portfolio of new and established contributors. Analyze historic patterns of giving and assist in developing strategies to encourage new gifts and increase contributions. Directly solicit and close gifts from prospects and maintain relationships through mail, phone, or in-person contacts. 
• Manage and strengthen the Associate Board (young leadership board) helping to establish leadership/donor pipeline. Working closely with Associate Board leaders, plan, design, and execute high-impact meetings.
• Maintain appropriate prospect and donor records, mailing lists and fund records. 
• Contribute to regional management by participating in overall regional office administration.
• Participate in special assignments or projects to assist the Senior Associate Director of Development. 
• Participate in development-related functions such as marketing, design/preparation of print materials, event logistics, and post-event follow up based on individual skills and office needs.

Qualifications

Skills:

• Good organizational and administrative skills including the ability to multi-task.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel & PowerPoint), and database management software.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is necessary to represent ADL and attend community fundraising events. 
• Occasional overnight travel may be required. 

Work Experience: 

• The ideal candidate has several years’ experience in community fundraising and is able to demonstrate successful experience engaging with mid-level donors.

Education: 

• A Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience.

Work Environment: 

• ADL COVID-19 Protocol (updated periodically): ADL is adhering to public health guidance regarding COVID-19. ADL will require that all employees are vaccinated with exceptions for medical and religious accommodations. ADL is requiring proof of vaccination. ADL is a hybrid environment; this role may require 3 days in the office. 

Compensation: 

• This position has a salary range of $52,000 to $70,000. This salary range is reflective of a position based in Boston, MA. Please note that actual salaries are commensurate with experience and reflect the budget for a given position, and since ADL has a location-based compensation structure, there may be a different range for candidates in other locations. For an overview of our total rewards package, please visit https://www.adl.org/about/careers.

ADL values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of underrepresented ethnic groups, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. ADL is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, promotions and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment shall be maintained in a manner which does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or military status, or in violation of any applicable Federal, state or local laws. 

ADL will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation to support the interview process, please contact Talent & Knowledge at talentacquisition@adl.org.

ADL will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable State, Local, and Federal laws. 

The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job, nor is it to be interpreted as a contract for employment.