Director of Development: Grow Our Donor Network

Mizrahi Torah Academy; Plantation (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Mizrahi Family Torah Academy in Plantation, FL is seeking an experienced Director of Development to lead fundraising and advancement for the 2025-2026 year and beyond. The role focuses on growing the donor base, shaping a sustainable philanthropic program, and working closely with school leadership and lay partners.

Ideal candidates bring proven fundraising success, strong relationship-building skills, and a passion for Torah-values-driven Jewish education.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fundraising or development.
• Demonstrated success in donor cultivation and stewardship.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with school leadership and lay partners.
• Strategic thinker with ability to translate vision into development plans.
• Alignment with Torah values and mission of a yeshiva day school.

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 and engage new supporters.
• Build and maintain relationships with donors, foundations, and community partners.
• Clearly communicate the school's mission, vision, and value to supporters.
• Collaborate with leadership and board to support donor engagement and solicitation.
• Oversee donor stewardship, acknowledgment, and reporting for professional experiences.
• Manage fundraising data, tracking, and reporting to support strategy.
• Support campaigns, capital needs, and long-term sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor cultivation

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Communication

Job description

Mizrahi Family Torah Academy in Plantation, FL is seeking an experienced Director of Development to lead fundraising and advancement for the 2025-2026 year and beyond. The role focuses on growing the donor base, shaping a sustainable philanthropic program, and working closely with school leadership and lay partners.

Ideal candidates bring proven fundraising success, strong relationship-building skills, and a passion for Torah-values-driven Jewish education.