IAC South Florida Regional Director

About the Israeli American Council: 

The mission of the IAC is to build an engaged and united Israeli American community that strengthens: the Israeli and Jewish identity of our next generations, the American Jewish community, and the bond between the peoples of the United States and the State of Israel.

Job Purpose:

The IAC South Florida Regional Director shall lead efforts to bring together Israeli-American communities throughout the Greater South Florida area. The South Florida Regional Director reports to the Chief Communities Officer.

Duties include, and are not limited to:

  Strategy & Development: 

• Set the strategy for execution and growth of the region to achieve the IAC mission and in accordance with the IAC focus, and lead fundraising efforts, including planning and implementation, identifying resource opportunities from foundations, institutions, and individuals.
• Lead the S. Florida regional office to implement the IAC’s philosophy, mission, strategy, road map and goals on a local level. Implement programs and produce community events for the Israeli-American community in the S. Florida metropolitan area.
• Oversee IAC S. Florida office programming, events, operations, finances, marketing, and other ongoing projects with the National IAC headquarters.

 Fundraising: 

• Lead fundraising efforts and be responsible for the regional achievement of fundraising annual goals. Drive fundraising in the region and take an active part in the cultivation and stewardship of new donors, as well as increase the giving of current donors. 
• Oversee fundraising strategy locally to allow the growth and resilience of the region, including planning and implementation, identifying resource opportunities from foundations, institutions, and individuals. 
• Translate strategic goals into execution plans for growth and impact. Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders in the region to further enhance and expand the IAC’s impact. 
• Develop council members & work with the council to develop a strong IAC lay leadership. 
• Drive council towards action and lead meaningful development efforts. 
• Provide leadership development, hold execution to the highest level, and guide the team. 
• Execute and promote the IAC goals and lead the execution of programs and events in the regional office to implement the IAC’s philosophy, mission, strategy, and goals on a local level.
• Build strategic relations among Jewish and pro-Israel organizations to drive support and collaboration.
• Hire, train, support and supervise professional staff for the S. Florida IAC Regional office.

Budget Management

• Oversee the budget for the region under management. Monitor adherence to set budgets and the organization’s procedures. 
• Build a sustainable business plan for the chapter for years to come.
• Represent the IAC and the Israeli- American community in various forums.
• Oversee the production of large scale activities and event in greater S. Florida area.
• Represent the IAC and the Israeli-American community in various forums.
• Support the Community outreach and public relations: reach out to the community, maintain, and create partnerships with other community organizations.

Skills/Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred.
• At least 5 years of related job experience.
• Experience in leadership and management of an organization.
• Conceptual thinker, ability to see the big picture and to create and execute a vision.
• Fluent conversational Hebrew is required; reading and writing proficiency is a plus. 
• Fluent in English - full comprehension, speaking, writing, and reading.
• Deep knowledge and understanding of Israeli culture.
• Good operational, administrative, and management capabilities, ability to lead processes.
• Strong high-level planning and monitoring capabilities.
• Experience in managing and leading a team of employees.
• Action-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with donors, Council members, staff, and community organizations.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and out-of-the-box thinking.
• Exceptional ability to multitask and work under pressure.
• Knowledge of Israel-related issues and passion regarding community building.
• Experience in nonprofit management is a plus.

**Full-time employees working 20 plus hours per week shall be eligible for insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, & life) following the new hire waiting period.