Hillel International
Director of Development and Communications at Atra: Center for Rabbinic Innovati
Hillel International, New York, New York, us, 10261
Director of Development and Communications at Atra: Center for Rabbinic Innovation
Atra: Center for Rabbinic Innovation is seeking a Director of Development & Communications (DDC). 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. The DDC is a new role focused on strengthening Atra’s major gifts program, foundation partnerships, messaging, and visibility. The DDC will create and drive compelling donor communications and public engagement while ensuring fundraising, messaging, and visibility strategies are clear, coordinated, and effective.
In the first year of our new strategic plan, Atra is evolving from a startup to a more structured, sustainable organization. We are investing in a brand and communications strategy to amplify our voice, deepen engagement, and become a thought leader to support our growth.
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 logistics and timely follow-up.
Communications & PR
Implement Atra’s communications plans across fundraising, program recruitment, alumni engagement and thought leadership—ensuring messaging is compelling, consistent, and on-brand.
Develop and maintain systems for communications planning, including content calendars, deadlines, and approval processes.
Partner with the ED and program team to communicate Atra’s impact through storytelling for multiple audiences (donors, rabbis, foundations, and media).
Partner with the program team to execute targeted communications strategies for recruitment and engagement.
Manage consultants and internal staff to deliver high-quality content for newsletters, email campaigns, social media, website updates, and PR efforts, ensuring timelines are met.
Coordinate PR efforts to strengthen Atra’s visibility with Jewish and national media outlets, supporting the ED as lead spokesperson.
Project Management and Infrastructure
Serve as the project manager for development and communications, with clear plans, realistic timelines, aligned deliverables, and regular progress reporting to leadership and the board.
Supervise and mentor the Stakeholder Engagement & Project Manager, providing clear priorities and oversight.
Collaborate with consultants, staff, and leadership to connect development, communications, and program work for alignment and efficiency.
Provide proactive advice and solutions to the ED, anticipate challenges, flag risks early, and adapt as priorities shift.
Qualifications
7-10 years nonprofit development experience with a strong track record of supporting six- and seven-figure donor engagement and cultivating relationships with high-net-worth individuals in partnership with executive and board leadership.
Experience preparing donor briefings, drafting compelling proposals, coordinating follow-ups, and ensuring a seamless donor experience.
5+ years of experience executing integrated communications plans for program recruitment, fundraising, and PR.
Strong fundraising, storytelling, writing, and editing skills.
Experience building or strengthening development and communications infrastructure (CRM, donor moves management, content calendar and reporting).
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with strong project management skills, keeping timelines clear, deliverables tracked, and stakeholders aligned.
Strong familiarity with the Jewish philanthropic landscape.
How Atra Takes Care of You
Competitive compensation range for this role is $130,000 - $150,000.
Health, dental, and vision insurance through Hillel International.
Extensive commuter, dependent care, and Medical HSA/FSA options.
Flexible time off and a hybrid NYC work setup.
Professional development opportunities—including courses and coaching—and a culture that encourages learning at every level.
A supportive, mission-aligned environment where your voice matters.
About Hillel International Hillel International is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of Jewish students and fostering connections with Jewish life, learning, and Israel. Hillel is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion.
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In the first year of our new strategic plan, Atra is evolving from a startup to a more structured, sustainable organization. We are investing in a brand and communications strategy to amplify our voice, deepen engagement, and become a thought leader to support our growth.
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 logistics and timely follow-up.
Communications & PR
Implement Atra’s communications plans across fundraising, program recruitment, alumni engagement and thought leadership—ensuring messaging is compelling, consistent, and on-brand.
Develop and maintain systems for communications planning, including content calendars, deadlines, and approval processes.
Partner with the ED and program team to communicate Atra’s impact through storytelling for multiple audiences (donors, rabbis, foundations, and media).
Partner with the program team to execute targeted communications strategies for recruitment and engagement.
Manage consultants and internal staff to deliver high-quality content for newsletters, email campaigns, social media, website updates, and PR efforts, ensuring timelines are met.
Coordinate PR efforts to strengthen Atra’s visibility with Jewish and national media outlets, supporting the ED as lead spokesperson.
Project Management and Infrastructure
Serve as the project manager for development and communications, with clear plans, realistic timelines, aligned deliverables, and regular progress reporting to leadership and the board.
Supervise and mentor the Stakeholder Engagement & Project Manager, providing clear priorities and oversight.
Collaborate with consultants, staff, and leadership to connect development, communications, and program work for alignment and efficiency.
Provide proactive advice and solutions to the ED, anticipate challenges, flag risks early, and adapt as priorities shift.
Qualifications
7-10 years nonprofit development experience with a strong track record of supporting six- and seven-figure donor engagement and cultivating relationships with high-net-worth individuals in partnership with executive and board leadership.
Experience preparing donor briefings, drafting compelling proposals, coordinating follow-ups, and ensuring a seamless donor experience.
5+ years of experience executing integrated communications plans for program recruitment, fundraising, and PR.
Strong fundraising, storytelling, writing, and editing skills.
Experience building or strengthening development and communications infrastructure (CRM, donor moves management, content calendar and reporting).
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with strong project management skills, keeping timelines clear, deliverables tracked, and stakeholders aligned.
Strong familiarity with the Jewish philanthropic landscape.
How Atra Takes Care of You
Competitive compensation range for this role is $130,000 - $150,000.
Health, dental, and vision insurance through Hillel International.
Extensive commuter, dependent care, and Medical HSA/FSA options.
Flexible time off and a hybrid NYC work setup.
Professional development opportunities—including courses and coaching—and a culture that encourages learning at every level.
A supportive, mission-aligned environment where your voice matters.
About Hillel International Hillel International is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of Jewish students and fostering connections with Jewish life, learning, and Israel. Hillel is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion.
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