The Development Director at the University of Michigan Hillel Foundation in Ann Arbor, MI, will direct the planning and implementation of a multi-pronged fundraising strategy for one of the premier Hillels in the nation, striving to support the Jewish experience of 6,500 students on campus. U-M Hillel enhances the lives of Jewish students through diverse Jewish religious and cultural programming and robust Israel engagement. The Development Director will be a strategic thought partner to the CEO, serve as a senior leadership team member, and supervise the development staff, including the Development Manager and Database Manager. The primary responsibilities of the Development Director will be to oversee and direct our multi-million dollar annual fundraising campaign including management of our major gifts, implement our grassroots fundraising channels, and special events as needed. The Development Director will also play a critical role in launching a Centennial campaign effort.
You have a passion for sustaining vibrant Jewish life on campus. Your enthusiasm and storytelling ability have a way of capturing the imagination and support of your diverse audience. Colleagues and friends recognize you as a highly detailed and organized individual – you prioritize and execute responsibilities as well as manage multiple projects simultaneously. You bring a get-to-yes mentality, a commitment to excellence, a determination to succeed, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting. You have strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to develop excellent relationships and approach your work with a collaborative mindset, bringing kindness and empathy, and a desire to see your colleagues succeed.
Development Strategy & Management
Donor & Stakeholder Management
Board & Volunteer Management
Mass Solicitation & Communication
Event Management
Fiscal & Data Management
Organizational Leadership
Additional Responsibilities
Hillel at the University of Michigan was the third Hillel Foundation in North America, established in 1926. Michigan Hillel’s history matches the remarkable changes in the University and the times of the nation during its more than nine decades on campus. From its earliest days, Hillel played a significant role in campus life, serving not only the religious needs of the campus Jewish community but also providing a center for social, political, and artistic expression. In 1937, The Hillel Players produced the first play of an undergraduate named Arthur Miller. During the Vietnam War years, Hillel was the locus of much of the campus debate and political action. In the 1980s, Hillel began to play a major role in the intellectual and cultural life of the university with the launch of programs like Consider Magazine, Residence Hall Repertory Theater Company, and the Golden Apple Award. In 2012, the TAMID Israel Investment Group incubated through Michigan Hillel and launched as a national organization with an international presence.
Today, the University of Michigan is widely regarded as one of the best schools in the country for Jewish students, and our Hillel has played a significant role in this national reputation. With our emphasis on student leadership and student-driven initiatives, Michigan Hillel has grown to house and support 30+ student groups and fellowships.
In 1923, Rabbi Benjamin Frankel started Hillel with humble means, a noble mission and a breathtaking vision: to convey Jewish civilization to a new generation. Today, Hillel International continues to enrich the lives of Jewish students and is the largest Jewish campus organization in the world at more than 550 colleges and universities across North America and around the world. As Hillel evolves as an organization, the mission remains steadfast: to create lasting connections with every Jewish student that foster an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning, and Israel and train them to become the next Jewish leaders.
Hillel is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an accepting and inclusive environment for all.
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