Americans for Ben-Gurion University (A4BGU) is a mission-driven organization which plays a vital role in connecting U.S. donors and foundations to the important work of Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU). A4BGU raises $50M a year to support BGU and has endowment assets over $750M.
BGU is a public university that serves as a catalyst for growth in the Negev. Renowned for its cutting-edge research and unique academic programs, BGU boasts 20,000 diverse students across 3 campuses (Beer Sheva, Sde Boker, Eilat). On October 7th, given its proximity to Gaza, BGU was directly and disproportionately impacted by the Hamas terror attacks. Now, BGU is solidified as one of the most important institutions to Israel’s future; it will be fundamental to Israel’s recovery and rebuilding efforts through the south.
The VP will report to the CEO and will partner with volunteer and professional leadership to develop, implement, and track multi-year development strategies and goals. This individual will demonstrate exceptional team building skills with an ability to translate knowledge and experience to train, manage, motivate and inspire fundraising professionals at all levels of experience. Approximately 60% of this role is spent leading the development function, 20% focuses on cultivating, stewarding and soliciting a portfolio of high net-worth donors and foundations, and the remaining 20% includes organizational leadership and lay partnership as a member of the senior management team.
A4BGU is committed to diversity in the workplace and is an equal-opportunity employer.
