Director of Institutional Advancement

• Identify, research, and engage prospective donors, focusing on parents, alumni and other stakeholders, with the capacity to make significant contributions to the University. Cultivate long-term relationships with these prospects through personalized engagement, including meetings and tailored communications.
• Manage a diverse donor portfolio, with a focus on the raising funds for Undergraduate Torah Studies and other undergraduate initiatives.
• Collaborate with colleagues to identify funding opportunities for donors and potential donors that align with university philanthropic priorities
• Develop and execute strategies to solicit major gifts in alignment with university priorities. Lead personalized gift solicitations by presenting compelling cases for support, resulting in gifts that align with donor interests and University needs.
• Ensure timely and appropriate follow-up with donors to ensure a high level of satisfaction and ongoing engagement with the University. Coordinate donor recognition activities, ensure regular updates on the impact of their gifts, and provide personal acknowledgment.
• Maintain accurate records of donor interactions, gift proposals, and fundraising progress in the donor management system. Provide regular reports on the progress of fundraising efforts, in alignment with metrics that will be set with supervisor.

• Familiarity with the Yeshiva University undergraduate community.
• 5-7 years of successful fundraising experience. Proven track record of solicitations in the 5-figure range.
• Highly motivated and self-directed; a strong work ethic and ability to maintain and model high personal, ethical and professional standards.
• Demonstrated success developing and implementing strategic activities and tasks with clear goals, objectives and measurement tools. Familiarity with fundraising CRMs and Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to interact and engage comfortably with a wide variety of key constituents across the community.
• Excellent communication skills; effective at engaging audiences both on paper and in person.

Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage, YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society, guided by a commitment to ethics, innovation, and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing thousands of students, faculty, staff, and more than 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, all working together to build a brighter future.

As a Yeshiva University employee, you will be part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development, YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees, offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being, work-life balance, and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education, research, and societal impact, ensuring that all members of our community-students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends-are inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.