Director of Development and Communications at Atra : Center for Rabbinic Innovation

Director of Development and Communications

The Director of Development & Communications is a new role focused on strengthening Atra's major gifts program, foundation partnerships, messaging and visibility. The DDC will both create and drive compelling donor communications and public engagement, while ensuring Atra's fundraising, messaging, and visibility strategies are clear, coordinated, and effective.

This is a hybrid NYC-based role (2+ days per week in person at midtown NYC office), with some travel for donor meetings and conferences.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising & Donor Engagement

• Support the Executive Director in cultivating and stewarding high-net-worth donors including preparing materials, coordinating follow-up, and attending donor meetings and briefings.
• Partner with the ED, board members, and task force volunteers to implement coordinated donor engagement plans and track progress.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive donor moves management system ensuring all communications, touchpoints, and next steps are planned, recorded, and reported.
• Manage foundation proposals and reporting logistics in collaboration with Atra's contract grant writer.
• Plan, execute, and attend donor events , parlor meetings, and briefings in collaboration with staff and consultants to ensure smooth logistic and timely follow-up.

Communications & PR

Project Management and Infrastructure

Qualifications

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