Overview

From early childhood through high school, Scheck Hillel Community School (SHCS) educates and inspires students to become exemplary global citizens with enduring Jewish identity, values, and a commitment to the State of Israel, through a college preparatory curriculum and meaningful co-curricular experiences guided by Orthodox teachings. SHCS creates opportunities for students to maximize achievement, foster identity and explore passions through a rigorous academic curriculum of General and Judaic Studies.

Scheck Hillel Community School is seeking a skilled and dynamic Director of Advancement to manage and implement all aspects of the school’s development program, which currently includes a $1.2M annual fund and a future multi-million-dollar capital campaign. Reporting to the Head of School, the Director of Advancement will be able to effectively manage multiple priorities and will work closely with Board members, key stakeholders, faculty, school families, and alumni. A strong candidate will be an experienced manager, demonstrate proven success in nonprofit development, and be skilled in the areas of major gifts, marketing, events, endowment, grants, and/or alumni engagement.

Scheck Hillel Community School is an equal opportunity employer.

Compensation Range

$150K-$200K

To apply

Please submit a resume & cover letter to Jamie Perry, Evolve Giving Group: jamieperry@evolvegg.com

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Key Responsibilities

Supervise a team of six professionals consisting of Director of Admissions, Director of Marketing, Alumni Development Associate, Development Systems Associate, and two Development Associates
Design, implement, and manage all fundraising activities including annual giving, special projects, and other school-related solicitations
Identify, cultivate, steward and solicit major donors and prospects; maintain a portfolio of major donors and prospects for solicitation
Work closely with the Development Committee, Board of Governors, and Head of School to develop strategies to initiate and achieve fundraising goals
Drive priority setting, time management, and orchestration of all development activities
Spearhead strategies and initiatives to deepen the culture of philanthropy
Serve as the main point of contact for existing foundation and corporate relationships; proactively research and pursue new grant opportunities
Supervise and ensure accurate and timely gift entry, recording, reporting, and gift acknowledgement systems
Manage and grow the SHCS donor recognition program
Collaborate with the Alumni Development Associate to develop and grow a comprehensive alumni program
Partner with leadership team to leverage relationships and maximize resources
Serve as an ambassador for SHCS in all social and community settings alongside the Head of School and Board members

Qualifications & Skills

10+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising or related field
Successful track record of soliciting and closing six-figure major gifts
Demonstrated ability to manage, motivate and effectively lead a team
Experience working with a nonprofit Board of Directors, volunteer committees, foundations, high net worth individuals and key stakeholders
Passion for the school’s mission and a commitment to Jewish education
Detail-oriented with excellent project management skills
Ability to develop and manage an annual campaign budget
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong public speaking and presentation skills
Knowledge of financial and record management policies, regulations, and procedures
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; experience with design through Canva or similar system a plus
Bachelor’s degree required

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Chief Institutional Advancement Officer

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Key Responsibilities

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