Assistant Vice President, Annual Campaign

About the Federation:

The Jewish Federation of Broward County strives for excellence. We cultivate an inclusive space where all feel welcome, celebrated, and contribute meaningfully to our shared vision. At the Jewish Federation of Broward County, you can be part of one of the most effective non-profit organizations in South Florida.

Our mission is to mobilize the Jewish Community to provide leadership and financial resources that strengthen and enhance Jewish life in Broward, Israel and worldwide.

As one of the most impactful nonprofit organizations in South Florida, we are proud to serve as the connective hub of Jewish life across our community.

About the Position:

The Assistant Vice President of Annual Giving is a senior leader within the Campaign department, responsible for driving the growth and evolution of the Federation’s mid-level donor base ($1,000–$9,999), a critical engine for long-term philanthropic growth and future Major Gifts pipeline.

This role blends strategy and execution. In partnership with the Vice President of the Annual Campaign, you will develop and implement community-based fundraising strategies across Broward County, deepen donor relationships, and drive measurable increases in retention, engagement, and giving.

You will oversee a team of campaign professionals, manage a portfolio of donors, and create meaningful pathways that connect individuals to the Federation and inspire increased philanthropic investment.

What You Will Be Doing:

Grow Mid-Level Giving ($1,000–$9,999)

• In partnership with the Vice President of the Annual Campaign, develop and execute strategies to increase retention, acquisition, and upgrades within the mid-level segment
• Manage a portfolio of mid-level donors, leading cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
• Identify opportunities to deepen relationships and grow giving over time
• Introduce donors to broader Federation pathways
• Build a strong pipeline that advances donors into leadership and Major Gifts levels
• Track and drive key performance indicators, including retention, gift growth, and overall participation

Donor Acquisition

• Design and implement targeted strategies to expand the donor base through both geographic and affinity-driven outreach
• Identify and engage new prospects by activating volunteers, networks, and community touchpoints
• Develop scalable pathways that convert engagement into first-time and increased giving, driving measurable growth in donor participation

Lead Team

• Supervise and mentor director-level staff responsible for leading divisional and campaign initiatives
• Maintain a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance
• Ensure strong execution of moves management, prospect strategy, and donor tracking systems
• Align team efforts around clear goals, priorities, and measurable outcomes

Drive Key Campaign Events

• Serve as the professional lead for Ultimate Nite Out
• Ensure events are strategically leveraged for donor acquisition, engagement, and upgrades
• Partner with lay leaders and internal teams to align events with broader campaign strategy

What You Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 5–7 years of progressive nonprofit fundraising experience, including direct solicitation, donor portfolio management, and team leadership
• Authentic connection to the Jewish community, including familiarity with Jewish lifecycle and calendar
• Demonstrated success driving measurable results in annual campaigns and/or major gift programs
• Strong strategic thinker with the ability to execute and achieve outcomes
• Excellent relationship-building, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Experience engaging volunteers, lay leaders, and community stakeholders
• Highly organized with strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Data-driven, with experience tracking performance metrics and using insights to inform strategy

Annual Salary Range: $135,000 - $145,000

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance