DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

The Israel Guide Dog Center is seeking an accomplished, relationship-driven Director of Development to lead and expand our fundraising efforts across the United States. This senior leadership role is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy, cultivating and soliciting major donors, and building a high-performing development team. The ideal candidate has a demonstrated track record of securing five- and six-figure gifts, building meaningful donor relationships, and leading successful fundraising initiatives. This is a full-time position with a preference for candidates who can work from our Warrington, PA office; remote candidates will be considered. The Director of Development reports directly to the Executive Director and collaborates closely with colleagues in the United States and Israel. Key Responsibilities Develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive strategies for donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and recognition. Manage a portfolio of major donors and prospects through personal visits, events, phone calls, written correspondence, and digital communications. Solicit and close gifts with a focus on five- and six-figure commitments. Utilize analytics to inform strategies and measure performance. Lead, mentor, and oversee development staff, including the Southeast Area Director and future team members as the organization grows. Cultivate and steward planned giving prospects through legacy giving conversations, recognition programs, and strategic pipeline development. Collaborate with the Executive Director to recruit, onboard, train, and engage Board members as active ambassadors and fundraising partners. Represent the Israel Guide Dog Center at synagogues, Jewish Federations, foundations, community organizations, and other stakeholder groups. Deliver compelling presentations that inspire support for the organization's mission and impact. Plan and execute fundraising events and donor engagement opportunities, including visits featuring Israeli clients and professionals. Maintain accurate donor records and fundraising activity within the CRM. Ensure effective development processes, systems, and donor stewardship practices. Serve as a thought partner and strategist alongside the Executive Director Required Experience & Skills Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible fundraising experience, preferably within Jewish communal organizations or mission-driven nonprofits. Demonstrated success securing and stewarding major gifts, including five- and six-figure contributions. Experience in planned giving, including conducting legacy giving conversations and applying best practices to cultivate and sustain a robust planned giving pipeline. Proven experience building and maintaining strong donor relationships. Experience managing and developing staff and volunteers. Strong strategic planning, organizational leadership, and change management skills. Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation communication skills. Strong project management abilities with exceptional attention to detail and the capacity to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, donor management systems (CRM), and digital fundraising platforms. Preferred Attributes Knowledge of Jewish communal philanthropy and the Jewish nonprofit landscape. Experience working with Boards of Directors and volunteer leadership. Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of an organization. Confident public speaker with strong interpersonal skills. Entrepreneurial mindset, sound judgment, and the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution. Ability to work effectively with diverse personalities and stakeholders. Travel Requirements Ability to travel domestically; approximately 4-5 trips annually. Ability to travel internationally approximately once per year.