Campaign Director

University of California; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Yeshiva University is seeking a senior leader to direct its comprehensive campaign, guiding early-phase work and shaping the case for support. The role collaborates with the President, Vice President of Institutional Advancement, and senior leaders to create a unified campaign plan and drive progress across major initiatives.

The director will align priorities across units, manage key stakeholders, and monitor performance against ambitious milestones, ensuring accountable delivery of campaign

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of progressive fundraising and strategic planning experience in higher education
• Experience in campaign planning or execution, including goal setting and case development
• Strong project management and ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and timelines
• Experience building and managing volunteer leadership structures
• Knowledge of major gift fundraising principles and donor cultivation strategies
• Experience working with senior executives and institutional leadership

Responsibilities

• Lead development of the comprehensive campaign plan, including priorities, goals, and timelines
• Coordinate action across academic and administrative units with clear workstreams and accountability
• Align senior leadership, academic partners, lay leadership, and advancement teams around priorities
• Establish campaign metrics and track progress toward goals; communicate updates to leadership
• Collaborate with development, advancement services, and communications for an institution-wide approach

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Campaign planning

Stakeholder management

Project management

Volunteer leadership

Donor cultivation

Executive collaboration

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Relationship building

Cross-functional leadership

Job description

Job no: 499085
Work type: Staff Full-time
Department: Institutional Advancement
Location: Wilf Campus, 500 West 185th Street, NY, NY
Categories: Administrative Support, Academic Administration, Philanthropy

Position Summary:

The Yeshiva University Campaign Director will play a central role in advancing the University’s comprehensive campaign by managing its planning and execution, with early emphasis on guiding the initial phase. Working closely with the Vice President of Institutional Advancement, the University President, and senior leadership, this role will lead key stakeholders in the creation of the campaign plan, including the case statement and case for support, establishing a clear and cohesive framework for the campaign.

The Director will ensure alignment across institutional priorities, coordinate key stakeholders, and drive progress toward campaign goals through a disciplined and collaborative approach.

Position Responsibilities:

Campaign Strategy & Early-Phase Leadership
Lead the development of the comprehensive campaign plan, including articulation of priorities, campaign goals, and timelines; convene key players to ensure the anchoring components of the campaign are in place

Coordination & Execution
Translate campaign strategy into coordinated action across academic and administrative units, aligning stakeholders and ensuring steady progress toward key milestones. Establish clear workstreams, timelines, and accountability; ensure key deliverables are completed and momentum is sustained.

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
Align senior leadership, academic partners, lay leadership and advancement teams around campaign priorities; ensure clarity of roles, responsibilities, and next steps.

Performance Monitoring
Establish campaign metrics and track progress against goals, adjusting strategy and communicating updates to leadership as needed.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with development, advancement services, and communications to ensure an integrated, institution-wide campaign approach.

Experience & Educational Background:

• 10-15 years of progressive experience in fundraising and strategic planning, preferably in higher education
• Demonstrated experience in campaign planning or execution, including goal-setting and case development
• Strong project management capabilities and ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and timelines
• Experience building and managing volunteer leadership structures
• Knowledge of major gift fundraising principles and donor cultivation strategies
• Experience working directly with senior executives and institutional leadership
• Strategic Vision: Ability to see the big picture while managing complex details
• Relationship Building: Skill in developing trust and credibility with diverse stakeholders
• Strong Communication skills in both writing and interpersonal interactions
• Political Acumen: Understanding of academic culture and ability to navigate organizational dynamics
• Results Orientation: Focus on achieving measurable outcomes and meeting ambitious goals
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively across organizational boundaries
• Adaptability: Comfort with ambiguity and ability to adjust strategies based on changing circumstances
• This is a senior-level position requiring discretion, strategic thinking, and the ability to work effectively with the institution's most important stakeholders and donors.

Salary Range:

$150,000 - $200,000

About Us:

Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage, YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society, guided by a commitment to ethics, innovation, and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing thousands of students, faculty, staff, and more than 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, all working together to build a brighter future.

As a Yeshiva University employee, you will be part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development, YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees, offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being, work-life balance, and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education, research, and societal impact, ensuring that all members of our community—students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends—are inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.