Director, Business Philanthropy & Community Partnerships

The Jewish Federations of North America; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with employer match

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Impactful community work

Job summary

The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County is seeking a dynamic Director of Business Philanthropy to build meaningful connections between business leaders and Jewish philanthropy. This role blends relationship-building, strategy, and sponsorships to strengthen Jewish life locally and globally.

You will lead an enterprise-wide engagement strategy, cultivating partnerships with corporate sponsors and high-level donors while collaborating with development staff and volunteers to expand

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in sales, business development, corporate partnerships, nonprofit fundraising, or a related field.
• Proven track record of securing sponsorships, closing business deals, or generating philanthropic support.
• Exceptional relationship-building, networking, and communication skills.
• Experience managing high-level client, donor, or corporate partner relationships.
• Passion for Jewish values, community, and philanthropy preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with CRM systems such as Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, or similar platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute industry-specific engagement strategies that connect business leaders to Federation initiatives.
• Create exclusive networking events, educational programs, and leadership experiences that foster meaningful relationships.
• Build and manage a portfolio of corporate partners, business leaders, and high-level prospects.
• Develop customized engagement plans that deepen involvement and philanthropic participation.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and secure corporate sponsorships, cash and in-kind contributions.
• Develop creative partnership opportunities that align business objectives with Federation priorities.
• Collaborate with sponsors to maximize visibility, engagement, and impact through Federation programs and events.
• Negotiate sponsorship agreements and ensure successful fulfillment of partnership commitments.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase philanthropic support from the business community.
• Cultivate relationships that lead to sponsorships, major gifts, and long-term philanthropic partnerships.
• Identify new prospects through networking, community engagement, and business development efforts.
• Collaborate with development leadership to integrate corporate philanthropy into broader fundraising strategies.
• Ensure sponsors and partners receive meaningful recognition and engagement opportunities.
• Develop thoughtful stewardship plans that demonstrate the impact of philanthropic investments.
• Maintain ongoing communication and relationship management with corporate partners and business leaders.
• Serve as an ambassador for the Federation within the local business community.
• Partner with internal teams to align corporate engagement efforts with organizational priorities and events.
• Work closely with professional and volunteer leadership to leverage relationships and expand outreach.
• Maintain accurate records of donor and sponsor activity within CRM systems.
• Track and report on sponsorship revenue, engagement metrics, and partnership outcomes.

Skills

Relationship building

Networking

Communication

CRM experience

Sponsorships

Donor relations

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Salesforce

Job description

The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County is seeking a dynamic Director of Business Philanthropy to build meaningful connections between business leaders and Jewish philanthropy. This role blends relationship-building, strategy, and sponsorships to strengthen Jewish life locally and globally.

You will lead an enterprise-wide engagement strategy, cultivating partnerships with corporate sponsors and high-level donors while collaborating with development staff and volunteers to expand