Director, Strategic Foundations & Partnerships

UJA Federation of New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 167,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

UJA Federation of New York is looking for a Director, Foundation & Strategic Partnerships to cultivate and manage donor relationships supporting critical initiatives. This role bridges UJA’s community goals with fundraising strategies, offering collaboration with senior leadership and engagement with philanthropic partners.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree, 5 years of experience in fundraising, and strong communication skills. The position offers a hybrid working model and a salary range of $167,000-$170,000 commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in major gift fundraising, foundation relations, or strategic philanthropy.
• Demonstrated track record of securing significant philanthropic investments.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including persuasive proposals.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage relationships with major gift prospects and mission-aligned foundations.
• Drive fundraising for emerging work and strategic opportunities.
• Coordinate fundraising and stewardship activities for UJA’s Community Security Initiative.

Skills

Major gift fundraising

Relationship building

Communication skills

Project management

Philanthropic advising

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Fundraising software

Donor management systems

Job description

UJA Federation of New York is looking for a Director, Foundation & Strategic Partnerships to cultivate and manage donor relationships supporting critical initiatives. This role bridges UJA’s community goals with fundraising strategies, offering collaboration with senior leadership and engagement with philanthropic partners.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree, 5 years of experience in fundraising, and strong communication skills. The position offers a hybrid working model and a salary range of $167,000-$170,000 commensurate with experience.