Director, Philanthropy Strategy

Organization Summary:

Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that mobilizes the community to care for those in need, activate Jewish life, safeguard the people of Israel, and combat antisemitism and hatred locally and in more than 70 countries worldwide. Each year, Federation engages thousands of donors and volunteers to generate tens of millions of dollars in philanthropic support, sustaining a network that delivers critical services, builds community, and responds to urgent challenges.

Position Summary:

The Director of Philanthropy Strategy serves as a key member of the Development team, responsible for designing and executing a data-driven fundraising strategy that integrates prospect development, portfolio management, and operational excellence. The role unifies prospect strategy and development operations to drive measurable growth across Annual Campaign, Leadership Giving, Major Gifts, Meyer Community Foundation, and Capital Campaign initiatives.

Reporting to the Vice President of Philanthropy Strategy, the Director leads the application of prospect management best practices, ensuring a disciplined, donor-centric approach to identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship across Jewish Palm Beach households. The role establishes and monitors KPIs to evaluate fundraising effectiveness, portfolio health, and revenue outcomes.

Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required
- 5+ years of prospect research, prospect management, or nonprofit fundraising experience
- Experience working with frontline fundraisers
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficiency with fundraising databases (CRM)
- Passion for the Jewish community and Israel

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