Development Associate - New Jersey

Development Associate - New Jersey

Location: New Jersey - Remote/Home-Based with Statewide Travel
Reports To: New York Fundraising Director

Position Type: Full-Time

Position Summary
CAMERA is seeking a motivated, relationship-driven Development Associate - New jersey to help grow
and strengthen the organization's fundraising presence throughout Newjersey.
The Development Associate will be responsible for cultivating and maintaining relationshipswith current
and prospective donors, identifying new fundraising opportunities, increasing existing donor support, and
helping expand CAMERas networkwithin NewJersey'sjewish community.
This is a donor-facing position that requires an individual who is comfortable developing relationships,
conducting one-on-one solicitations, identifying and engaging prospective donors, and representing
CAMERA at meetings and events throughout the state.

The ideal candidatewill have 3- 5 years of fundraising experience, preferably within aJewish, pro-Israel,
nonprofit, or advocacy organization, familiarity with NewJersey's Jewish community, and a strong
understanding of and interest in Israel and Middle East issues. The successful candidate will be a self-starter
who is comfortable working independently from a home office while collaborating closely with the New
York Fundraising Director and broader development team.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with current and prospective donors throughout New
jersey.
Conduct one-on-one meetings with donors and prospects and confidently make direct financial
solicitations.
Manage relationships with existing donors and develop strategies to increase engagement and
upgrade gifts to higher giving levels.

• Identify and research prospective donors and develop strategies to convert prospects into active
  supporters of CAMERA.
  Expand CAMERA's network and fundraising presence withinJewish communities throughout New
  Jersey.
  Develop relationships with community leaders, organizations, synagogues, and other potential
  partners and supporters.
  Plan, coordinate, and execute donor cultivation and fundraising events, including parlor meetings,
  dinners, luncheons, and other programs.
  Identify opportunities for new fundraising initiatives, events, partnerships, and donor engagement
  strategies.

Conduct consistent donor and prospect outreach and follow-up to build and maintain long-term
relationships.
. Prepare donor correspondence, invitations, proposals, fundraising communications, and other
written materials as needed.
. Represent CAMERA professionally at donor meetings, community events, programs, and other
functions.

• Maintain accurate and timely records of donor interactions, solicitations, prospects, and fundraising
  activities.

• Track fundraising activity and provide regular updates to the New York Fundraising Director
  Collaboratewith the NewYork Fundraising Director and other members of the development teamto
  support overall fundraising goals and initiatives.
  . Travel regularly throughout Newjersey for donor meetings, events, and community engagement.
  . Bring creativity, initiative, and new ideas to help strengthen and advance CAMERA's fundraising
  efforts.

• Perform other development-related responsibilities as assigned.
  Qualifications
  Bachelor's degree preferred.
  3- 5 years of professional fundraising or development experience, preferably with aJewish, pro-
  Israel, nonprofit, or advocacy organization.

• Familiarity with Newl ersey'sJewish community and an understanding of the organizations,

• institutions, and communities within the state.- Knowledge of and strong interest in Israel, the Middle East, and issues relevant to CAMERA's mission.

• Demonstrated experience cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individual donors.

Experience identifying prospective donors and developing relationships that result in financialsupport.- Ability to strengthen existing donor relationships and successfully increase giving levels.. Experience planning and executing donor cultivation and fundraising events, including parlormeetings, dinners, luncheons, and similar programs.- Excellentwritten and verbal communication skills.Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapportwith awide range of individuals.- Comfortable making direct financial asks in one-on-one settings.

• Strong organizational and follow-through skills with the ability to manage multiple relationships and

priorities simultaneously.Self-motivated, proactive, and able towork independently with limited day-to-day supervision.- Creative thinker who can identify new opportunities and contribute ideas to advance fundraisingefforts.. Professional judgment and discretionwhen handling donor relationships and confidentialinformation.- Ability andwillingness to travel regularly throughout Newl ersey.Ability towork froma home-based office in Newjersey.Key CompetenciesThe successful candidatewill demonstrate strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills, initiative,soundjudgment, professionalism, creativity, and a results-oriented approach to fundraising. The individualshould be comfortable taking ownership of donor relationshipswhileworking collaboratively as part of a

broader development team.

Work Environment & Travel

This is a home-based position located in Newjersey. Regular travel throughout the state is required for

donor meetings, community engagement, fundraising programs, and events. Occasional evening or

weekend availability may be required for donor meetings and events.

About CAMERA

The Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting and Analysis (CAMERA) is a media-monitoring,

research, and membership organization dedicated to promoting accurate and balanced coverage of l srael

and the Middle East. CAMERAworks to educate the public and address misinformation through research,

communication, advocacy, and engagement.

CAMERA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities

to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to any status protected by applicable law.

Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Remote