Application Guide

How to Apply for Development Associate & Executive Assistant

at Dayenu: A Jewish Call to Climate Action

🏢 About Dayenu: A Jewish Call to Climate Action

Dayenu is a young, dynamic organization mobilizing the American Jewish community to confront the climate crisis through spiritual audacity and bold political action. It uniquely combines faith, tradition, and social justice, offering a mission-driven environment where your work directly contributes to meaningful climate advocacy.

About This Role

This dual role supports both the Development team and the CEO, handling donor data management, gift processing, and executive calendar coordination. You'll be the backbone of fundraising operations and executive efficiency, enabling the organization to grow its impact.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day might start by updating donor records in EveryAction and processing recent gifts, then moving to coordinate the CEO's calendar and travel for upcoming events. You'll also conduct prospect research for the Development team and prepare briefing materials for donor meetings, all while juggling multiple priorities in a remote setting.

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🎯 Who Dayenu: A Jewish Call to Climate Action Is Looking For

  • Experienced with CRM systems, especially EveryAction (or similar like Salesforce), for donor data management and gift processing.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing complex calendars, travel logistics, and administrative tasks for a CEO.
  • Passionate about climate justice and Jewish values, with an understanding of the Jewish communal landscape.
  • Comfortable working remotely with strong communication skills and ability to prioritize multiple stakeholders.

📝 Tips for Applying to Dayenu: A Jewish Call to Climate Action

1

Highlight specific experience with EveryAction or similar CRMs in your resume and cover letter.

2

Demonstrate your ability to handle both development and executive assistant duties by providing examples of managing calendars while processing donations.

3

Show your connection to Jewish climate action—mention any involvement with Jewish organizations or climate activism.

4

Tailor your cover letter to address the dual nature of the role and your interest in supporting a spiritually rooted movement.

5

Apply early; the deadline is May 15th, and they may review applications on a rolling basis.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your passion for combining Jewish values with climate activism and why Dayenu's mission resonates with you.", 'Specific examples of donor data management and gift processing, emphasizing accuracy and efficiency.', 'Your experience supporting executives, including calendar management, travel planning, and proactive communication.', 'How your organizational skills and attention to detail will help both the Development team and CEO succeed.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read Dayenu's website and recent campaigns to understand their approach to Jewish climate action.
  • → Learn about their key programs, such as the 'Dayenu Circle' or their advocacy efforts.
  • → Research the CEO and Director of Development to understand their leadership styles and priorities.
  • → Familiarize yourself with EveryAction (or similar CRM) basics if you haven't used it before.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you prioritize tasks when both the CEO and Development Director need urgent support?
2 Describe your experience with EveryAction or similar CRMs. How do you ensure data integrity?
3 Why are you interested in working at a Jewish climate organization specifically?
4 How do you handle confidential information, especially regarding donors and executive matters?
5 What strategies do you use to manage a remote work schedule and stay connected with your team?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't treat this as just an admin role—emphasize your interest in development and fundraising support.
  • Avoid generic cover letters; specifically connect your skills to Jewish communal work and climate action.
  • Don't overlook the CEO support aspect; show you can handle executive-level confidentiality and scheduling.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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