Open Positions

Executive Director of Development

Strategic planning
- Develop and implement a strategic fundraising plan aligned with the goals and priorities of the Open University
- Collaborate with the AFOUI Chair/Board and OUI Head of Resource Development to set fundraising targets and key performance indicators
Gifts and Donor Relations
- Cultivate and steward relationships with donors, philanthropic foundations, and corporate partners in conjunction with AFOUI Chair/Board
- Identify and pursue opportunities for small, medium, and major gifts, endowments, and named scholarships
Event Planning
- Organize and manage fundraising events, small parlor meetings, exclusive charity events, and donor receptions to engage and cultivate prospective donors
- Coordinate with OUI team to bring OUI leadership and faculty to US donor meetings and events, and to bring to Israel / OUI key US donors and prospects
Campaign Management
- Lead and oversee fundraising campaigns, ensuring effective coordination of activities and messaging
- Work with the OUI team to prepare compelling and persuasive fundraising materials to support campaign initiatives
Prospect Research
- Conduct prospect research to identify and evaluate potential donors
- Develop and maintain a portfolio of prospective donors for cultivation and solicitation
Communication
- Liaise with the OUI team to ensure regular newsletters, information updates and social media news are sent to current and prospective donors

A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree. Candidates who have studied public relations, communications, English, or business are at an advantage
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills
- Minimum of 5-10 years of fundraising experience, and a proven track record of successful fundraising, particularly in major gifts and campaigns
- Strong knowledge of Israel and the Jewish World in North America. Hebrew speaker a plus