Director, Donor Engagement

The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health care benefits

Generous vacation and sick leave

6 weeks paid Parental Leave

Commuter bonus

Hybrid work schedule

Opportunities for professional development

Access to the JPRO Network

Job summary

An established nonprofit organization is seeking a Senior Director of Donor Engagement to lead impactful fundraising initiatives and strengthen donor relationships. This dynamic role emphasizes strategic vision, leadership, and collaboration within a passionate team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in donor engagement, fundraising, and relationship management, with a commitment to fostering an inclusive community. Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to inspiring and sustaining vibrant Jewish life, while enjoying a supportive work environment that values professional development and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 6-8+ years in fundraising, donor engagement, and relationship management.
• Strong skills in cultivating donor relationships and strategic vision.

Responsibilities

• Strengthening connections with donors and volunteers to advance the mission.
• Leading donor retention and acquisition efforts through engagement models.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor Engagement

Relationship Management

Leadership Development

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Job description

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Senior Director, Donor Engagement at The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington

Are you a passionate relationship builder who thrives on connecting people to a meaningful mission? Do you have a proven track record in fundraising and donor engagement, with the ability to cultivate strong relationships and drive impact? If so, we invite you to step into the role of Director of Donor Engagement at Federation! This role will influence significant outcomes in:

• Relationship Building & Engagement – Strengthening connections with donors and volunteers, fostering meaningful engagement to advance Federation’s mission and vision.
• Fundraising & Stewardship – Cultivating and managing donor relationships, soliciting annual gifts ($1K-$10K+), and engaging donors in legacy conversations to drive financial resource development.
• Strategic Donor Development – Leading donor retention and acquisition efforts through a cohort-based engagement model, including small group activities, large-scale events, and immersive experiences.
• Leadership & Collaboration – Working closely with volunteer lay leaders to set strategy and oversee a development officer in executing donor engagement initiatives.

Join a passionate team where your leadership, creativity, and strategic vision will make a lasting difference. If you’re ready to inspire generosity and drive meaningful engagement, we want to hear from you!

Background, Qualifications and Success Factors

• 6-8+ years of experience in total FRD fundraising, donor engagement, customer service, sales, and relationship or account management.
• Experience in management, leadership development, and mentorship and a proven record of maintaining a collegial work environment.
• Strong donor-relations skills: proven ability in cultivating prospects and creating donor engagement strategies that lead to greater philanthropic support.
• Demonstrated experience articulating a vision, translating it into executable strategy and driving cross-functional teams to deliver to established priorities with measurable positive impact on outcomes.
• Data-driven decision-maker who is comfortable with analytics and data management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in management of membership or volunteer operations and working with volunteer committees.
• First-hand knowledge of the Jewish community, its customs, and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; comfortable with Customer Relationship Management software (CRM) and open to new technology.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

In building our professional team, The Jewish Federation strives to model our vision of an inclusive community and vibrant future. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite and encourage applications from all candidates of all backgrounds and identities who are passionate about enhancing talent management in the Jewish community, including but not limited to women, Jews of color, Sephardic and Mizrahi Jews, people with disabilities, immigrants, LGBTQIA people, and people who come from low-income backgrounds. We know that no applicant's experience will align 100% with the listed qualifications. Don't let that hold you back! We encourage you to apply and look forward to meeting you.

Organizational Vision, Mission, and Function

The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington envisions an open, connected, and vibrant Jewish community that cares for each other, fosters Jewish learning and journeys, embraces Jewish peoplehood and Israel, and acts as a force for good in the world. As a mission-driven non-profit organization, we work to inspire, build, and sustain vibrant Jewish life in a changing world by mobilizing our community in common purpose, intentional innovation, and effective action.

A People-Friendly Workplace

The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington is a dynamic and collaborative workplace offering a people-friendly environment, including:

• Excellent health care and retirement benefits.
• Generous vacation and sick leave.
• 6 weeks paid Parental Leave after 1 year.
• Commuter bonus.
• Hybrid work schedule.
• Opportunities for continued professional development.
• Access to the JPRO Network, which connects, educates, inspires, and empowers professionals working in the Jewish nonprofit sector.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development and Sales