Development & Programs Associate

The Tel Aviv Museum of Art American Friends (TAMAF) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, established in 2014 to raise funds and awareness in the U.S. for the Tel Aviv Museum of Art. This organization celebrates contemporary Israeli and international visual culture through an engaging events program, including private collection visits, artist studio tours, gallery tours, and international art fairs. TAMAF strives to build and expand a vibrant community of American supporters of the museum, which is recognized globally for its renowned modern and contemporary art collections.

The Tel Aviv Museum of Art, established in 1932, is Israel’s leading art museum, hosting over 30 exhibitions and welcoming nearly 650,000 visitors annually.

TAMAF seeks a highly organized and proactive Development & Programs Associate for a part-time, hybrid role based in New York. Working closely with the Executive Director, this hands-on position supports fundraising operations, grant research and administration, donor correspondence, coordination programs, and the Young Patrons initiative. The role requires strong attention to detail, follow-through, and professionalism, and offers meaningful exposure to museum leadership, board members, and an international arts and cultural community.

• Conduct donor, prospect, and foundation research to support fundraising priorities
• Identify and track grant opportunities aligned with Museum and TAMAF initiatives
• Support grant submissions end-to-end: materials, timelines, tracking, and reporting
• Draft donor communications, including acknowledgments, renewals, and stewardship updates
• Track gifts, pledges, renewals, and grants with accuracy and consistency
• Support donor and funder retention through timely follow-up and documentation

• Support planning and execution of donor programs and fundraising events
• Coordinate logistics including timelines, guest lists, and materials
• Attend events and assist with on-site execution as needed
• Manage post-event follow-up, including thank-you communications
• Support day-to-day coordination of the Young Patrons initiative
• Serve as liaison between the Founding Committee, Executive Director, and Board
• Manage communications, meeting notes, and follow-ups
• Assist with engagement and growth strategies for emerging supporters

• Maintain organized development and grant records
• Ensure consistency and professionalism across donor- and funder-facing materials
• Support internal planning and tracking as needed

• 2–5 years of experience in development, grants, nonprofit operations, or events
• Strong writing skills and professional judgment
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Comfort working with donors, board members, and senior stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Interest in art, culture, or philanthropy strongly preferred
• Experience with CRMs, donor databases, or grant tracking a plus