About the Federation:
The Jewish Federation of Broward County ("The Federation") strives for excellence. We cultivate an inclusive space where all feel welcome, celebrated, and contribute meaningfully to our shared vision. At the Jewish Federation of Broward County, you can be part of one of the most effective non-profit organizations in South Florida. Our mission is to mobilize the Jewish Community to provide leadership and financial resources that strengthen and enhance Jewish life in Broward, Israel and worldwide.
About the Position: Associate Vice President, Annual Campaign
The Assistant Vice President (AVP) of the Annual Campaign will provide strategic leadership, day-to-day management, and oversight of a dynamic professional team within the department. Reporting directly to the Vice President of the Annual Campaign, this seasoned leader will drive innovative cultivation and solicitation strategies to secure meaningful contributions ranging from $1,800 to $9,999, utilizing moves management and donor centric techniques.
This role requires a proven track record in fundraising and team leadership, with deep expertise in donor identification, cultivation, stewardship, and engagement. The AVP will work closely with lay leaders, donors, and community stakeholders while advancing key Federation initiatives.
This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of philanthropic giving within The Federation while leading a high-performing team to achieve ambitious fundraising goals.
What you’ll be doing (principal duties/responsibilities/tasks of the role, typical day):
- Lead and supervise the Women’s Philanthropy, Business & Professional, and Young Leadership divisions, fostering innovation and growth in their campaign efforts.
- Provide strategic oversight and management of the Corporate Partnership Program, ensuring strong relationships with corporate sponsors and growth in corporate giving.
- Oversee and drive the team’s prospect research efforts to expand donor engagement.
- In partnership with the VP of Annual Campaign, enhance the organization’s standard operating procedures to ensure consistency and uphold a high level of excellence across our brand.
- Plan and execute The Federation's community wide campaign events, in collaboration with lay leadership and committees.
- Serve as a thought partner to the VP of Annual Campaign and AVP of Campaign Operations, helping to shape the strategic direction for The Federation's philanthropic initiatives.
- Provide professional leadership and support for division events, programming, and donor engagement efforts.
- Guide and enhance Development Team initiatives, overseeing the fundraising strategy for both a personal donor portfolio and the portfolios managed by direct reports.
- Represent the Annual Campaign and The Federation in key interactions with internal and external stakeholders, staff, and lay leadership to strengthen community relationships.
What you need to succeed
- Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree required.
- 6+ years of development experience: direct solicitation experience as well as supervision and management of fundraising teams.
- Big-picture mindset; comfort and experience in strategic fundraising planning.
- Strong team management, culture-building, supervision, mentorship, consensus building and leadership abilities
- Outstanding relationship-building skills.
- Ability and desire to work closely with key stakeholders.
- Face-to-face solicitation, donor cultivation, and stewardship experience.
- Advanced understanding of fundraising data and metrics as well as budgeting experience.
- Strong project management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, oral, and public speaking).
- Authentic personal connection to the Jewish community, relevant issues of Jewish communal life, and familiarity with Jewish calendar and lifecycle.
Benefits
The Jewish Federation of Broward County is an equal-opportunity employer offering a people-friendly environment. The benefits of this position include a full suite of medical benefits, up to 3% retirement contribution; competitive paid time off and parental leave; opportunities for professional development; and a work culture that pairs high expectations and accountability with significant flexibility.
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, or responsibilities associated with the position.