Senior Content Writer and Project Manager
Senior Content Writer and Project Manager
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$ 100000 - 125000
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Job Description
About American Friends of Magen David Adom:
American Friends of Magen David Adom (AFMDA) supports the lifesaving work of Magen David Adom (MDA) Israels only Emergency Services System. MDA is the official national ambulance blood services and disaster relief organization of Israel delivering emergency medical care to all Israelis. Established in 1940 AFMDA advocates for and supports MDA through philanthropic donations from generous individuals foundations and corporations. With its headquarters in New York City and several regional offices nationwide AFMDA educates and raises funds for one of Israels most essential organizations which responds to medical emergencies and saves lives daily.
Position Overview:
The Senior Content Writer/Project Manager will craft compelling narratives across diverse platforms from fundraising appeals to magazine articles requiring editorial versatility and research skills. Central to this role is the ability to write copy that utilizes persuasive storytelling to drive engagement with AFMDA and helps to raise funds for and awareness of one of Israels most vital organizations.
The senior content writer will be responsible for shaping AFMDAs key messages to inspire action. As the primary editor for marketing materials youll collaborate closely with the CMO and marketing and development teams to showcase the extraordinary work of those safeguarding Israels citizens.
Essential Job Functions:
Content Development and Writing
- Support the editorial strategy and content roadmap to ensure that marketing materials align with brand standards and engage the appropriate target audiences.
- Write and edit engaging donorcentric content in support of fundraising campaigns including direct mail appeals email campaigns newsletters magazines brochures donor proposals and impact reports.
- Conduct research and develop compelling storytelling pieces including donor interviews and conversations with paramedics and beneficiaries to highlight MDAs impact.
- Work with leadership to identify content opportunities that enhance donor engagement and support fundraising goals.
- Manage and collaborate with vendors and freelancers including direct mail consultants writers and graphic designers.
- Act as the primary proofreader and copy editor for the organization.
- Review and revise content for accuracy and quality including spelling grammar punctuation and syntax.
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of the strategic objectives of AFMDA and be able to interpret those objectives for specific audiences.
Project Management
- Simultaneously manage multiple writing projects and editorial processes from conception through completioncoordinating writers editors subjectmatter experts and internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure timely of deliverables including direct mail campaigns and digital content; coordinate logistics.
- Collaborate with development staff to align messaging across platforms and obtain content for newsletters etc.
- Manage the workflow of content projects coordinating with external writers designers and vendors.
- Maintain an editorial calendar to ensure content is produced and distributed on schedule.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position has no (internal) supervisory responsibilities.
Education:
A bachelors degree in a related field is required; a masters degree or advanced degree is preferred.
Skills Required:
- Exceptional writing and editing skills.
- 10 years of experience in content writing copywriting or editorial roles preferably in a nonprofit environment.
- Strong knowledge of fundraising campaigns donor communications and direct mail strategies.
- Excellent research storytelling and interviewing skills with the ability to craft compelling narratives.
- Experience writing for publications donor reports and marketing collateral.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines and collaborate with crossfunctional teams.
- Selfstarter; deadlineoriented; personable and able to foster positive working relationships with colleagues partners etc.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools (e.g. Asana).
- Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to excellence in writing grammar and style.
- Proficiency in AP Style.
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant current events Jewish holidays and observations relevant to the American Jewish community and proIsrael audiences.
- Adept at thriving in a fastpaced environment with a collaborative flexible approach.
- Ability to be present in the NYC Office 23 times a week.
Salary and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $100000$125000 depending on experience and qualifications.
This position is hybrid remote/inperson at AFMDAs New York City office currently with two days per week expected in the office.
AFMDA offers a generous package of benefits including health insurance; dental vision and life insurance; a generous vacation and holiday schedule; employer contribution to a 503(b) retirement account; professional development and tuition assistance; and wellness and commuting benefits among others.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. American Friends of Magen David Adoms management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
