Director of Development
Quick answer
American Jewish Committee (AJC) is hiring a hybrid Director of Development in Westchester/Fairfield offering $170k-$180k to lead fundraising strategy and donor cultivation.
- Role
- Director of Development
- Organization
- American Jewish Committee (AJC)
- Location
- Westchester/Fairfield (Hybrid)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $170k - $180k
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
The American Jewish Committee (AJC) is seeking a seasoned fundraising professional to serve as the Director of Development for its Westchester/Fairfield region. This role involves identifying, cultivating, and stewarding donors while managing fundraising events and programs. The successful candidate will lead a development strategy focused on philanthropic growth and advocacy.
What you'll do
- Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising plans
- Manage and mentor the development team
- Identify, cultivate, and steward donors and prospects
- Oversee fundraising events and programs
- manage financial records and budgets for development activities
- Advise other departments on development strategies
What it takes
- Bachelor's Degree (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 10 years of professional fundraising experience
- Proven track record in donor cultivation and stewardship
- Strong management and leadership skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Commitment to AJC mission and values
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Three weeks paid vacation, sick and personal leave, health/dental/vision plans, 403b retirement plan.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located and what is the work schedule?
The position is based in Westchester/Fairfield and follows a hybrid work model.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary range is $170,000 to $180,000 per year.
What are the key qualifications required for the candidate?
Candidates should have at least 10 years of fundraising experience and a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred).
How or by when can I apply?
Applications including a resume and cover letter should be sent to Raydel Rijo at [email protected] with the subject line 'AJC - DOD - JB0247'.
How to apply
Apply directly on American Jewish Committee (AJC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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