Director of Development

Mizrahi Torah Academy; Plantation (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mizrahi Family Torah Academy in Plantation, FL is seeking a Director of Development to lead fundraising and advancement for the school year 2025–2026 and beyond. You will design and implement strategies to cultivate donors, build sustainable philanthropy, and tell the school story to families, foundations, and community partners.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in fundraising, exceptional relationship-building, and the ability to work with leadership and lay partners to grow

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fundraising or development, preferably within Jewish education or mission-driven nonprofits.
• Demonstrated success in donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with school leadership and lay partners.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable development plans.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a comprehensive annual development plan including giving, major gifts, campaigns, grants, and events.
• Cultivate, steward, and expand a diverse donor base, engaging new supporters of a growing school.
• Build relationships with current and prospective donors, foundations, and community partners.
• Communicate Mizrahi Family Torah Academy’s mission and value to supporters.
• Partner with leadership and board to support donor engagement and solicitation efforts.
• Oversee donor stewardship, acknowledgment, and reporting for professional donor experiences.
• Manage fundraising data, tracking, and reporting to inform strategic decisions.
• Support capital needs and long-term sustainability initiatives as the school grows.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Donor cultivation

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Independent work

Strategic thinking

Torah values alignment

Job description

The Mizrahi Family Torah Academy serving the South Florida communities ranging from North Miami Beach to Hollywood and Boca Raton is looking for a Director of Development effective immediately for the duration of the 2025–2026 school year and beyond beH! Great opportunity for in a warm, family-like environment and a growing school!

Please send your resume and cover letter to [e-mail] or PM Rabbi Rafi Draiman at 561-497-0220

Director of Development Job Description Overview

• Mizrahi Family Torah Academy is a growing Orthodox yeshiva day school in South Florida, and we’re at an exciting startup-stage moment with tremendous potential. We’re seeking an experienced, mission-driven Director of Development to help build and expand our donor base and shape the future of Jewish education.

• This role is ideal for someone who loves building relationships, telling a compelling story, and creating fundraising systems from the ground up for a yeshiva day school offering a unique educational experience.

• You’ll work closely with school leadership and lay partners to grow philanthropy and impact across families and supporters throughout South Florida (Hollywood, North Miami, Plantation, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Coral Springs).

• Notes

  • ? Located in scenic Plantation, FL — minutes from Fort Lauderdale Airport

  • High-impact role with real opportunity to build and lead

  • ? Mission-driven work with strong values and vision

DETAILED DESCRIPTION:

Director of Development

The Mizrahi Family Torah Academy (MFTA) - Plantation, FL

Mizrahi Family Torah Academy is a growing Orthodox yeshiva day school providing a warm, values-driven, and academically strong educational experience for students and families throughout South Florida. Our school serves families from Hollywood, North Miami, Plantation, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, and Coral Springs, and is conveniently located in scenic Plantation, Florida—minutes from Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport.

As a relatively young institution with an ambitious vision, MFTA is in an exciting stage of growth. We are seeking an experienced, mission-aligned Director of Development to help cultivate and expand our donor base and build sustainable philanthropic support for years to come.

Position Overview

The Director of Development will lead and execute all fundraising and advancement efforts for Mizrahi Family Torah Academy. This role requires a seasoned development professional who understands the unique landscape of Jewish education and yeshiva day schools, and who is energized by the opportunity to build relationships, tell a compelling school story, and grow a culture of philanthropy within a developing institution.

The Director of Development will work closely with the Head of School, lay leadership, and key stakeholders to design and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy that supports the school’s mission, programs, and long‑term financial health.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement a comprehensive annual development plan, including annual giving, major gifts, campaigns, grants, and events
  

• Cultivate, steward, and expand a diverse donor base, with particular attention to engaging new supporters of a growing school
  

• Build and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective donors, foundations, and community partners
  

• Clearly and compellingly communicate MFTA’s mission, vision, and unique educational value to supporters
  

• Partner with school leadership and board members to support donor engagement and solicitation efforts
  

• Oversee donor stewardship, acknowledgment, and reporting to ensure meaningful and professional donor experiences
  

• Manage fundraising data, tracking, and reporting to support strategic decision-making
  

• Support special campaigns, capital needs, and long-term sustainability initiatives as the school continues to grow
  

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fundraising or development, preferably within Jewish education, nonprofits, or mission-driven organizations
  

• Demonstrated success in donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
  

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills
  

• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with school leadership and lay partners
  

• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable development plans
  

• Deep appreciation for and alignment with Torah values and the mission of a yeshiva day school
  

• Organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a dynamic, growing environment
  

Why Join Mizrahi Family Torah Academy

This is a unique opportunity to play a formative role in shaping the future of a growing yeshiva day school with a strong sense of purpose and community. The Director of Development will have the chance to build systems, relationships, and impact from the ground up—while working in a supportive, mission-driven environment in South Florida.