Sr. Director or AVP, Philanthropic Engagement (Northeast Fundraising Lead)

Northeast Fundraising Lead

Job Title: Sr. Director or AVP, Philanthropic Engagement

Department: Philanthropic Engagement

Location: Northeast (New York, New Jersey, or New England Area)

Salary Range: $120,000- $200,000 (Highly influenced by experience)

Bonus Eligibility: This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus incentive based on individual performance. 

 At BBYO, we’re motivated by our mission, inspiring us to reimagine work to make it fun, flexible, and fulfilling.

We are seeking a talented, driven and passionate fundraiser to serve as a Northeast Fundraising Lead for BBYO’s Philanthropic Engagement department. BBYO is at a pivotal moment when both the need and the potential for impact have never been greater. BBYO sits at the center of a rapidly evolving Jewish landscape, increasingly serving as the primary pluralistic platform for post–bar/bat mitzvah engagement and leadership development for Jewish teens. The challenge ahead is to translate that impact into sustained philanthropic investment that fuels BBYO's growth and shapes the future of Jewish communal life.  

As the Northeast Fundraising Lead, you will work to secure financial support for BBYO communities in the Northeast. This job combines relationship-building, strategic planning, and community engagement. You will develop and execute strategies to engage alumni, parents, and community members in supporting and advocating for BBYO. You will fundraise, develop volunteer leaders, and create strategic partnerships in each community you serve. This person will be part of a cross-country development team that is responsible for engaging external stakeholders in BBYO’s work in creative and innovative ways. 

We’re looking for someone who excels in influence, storytelling, and communicating impact. This person will have a strong ability to develop relationships and collaborate with colleagues across departments. This person will have experience coordinating and prioritizing multiple projects within a deadline-driven environment, while remaining flexible to manage the unexpected.

BBYO offers the rare chance to take on a meaningful fundraising challenge with the resources, partnership, and platform needed to achieve truly outsized results.  

Shaping the Future for Teens and Yourself:

As a Fundraising Lead for Philanthropic Engagement department, you will…

• Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies across multiple regional communities, with a focus on identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors capable of making meaningful annual gifts
• Manage a portfolio of donors and prospects across multiple regions, with clear annual goals for donor retention, pipeline growth, and new or increased gifts of $1,800+, contributing meaningfully to regional and department-wide fundraising targets
• Engage prospective donors with specific interests and/or expertise in areas that align with BBYO initiatives or strategic priorities
• Identify and solicit endowment and legacy prospects
• Strategize with, motivate, and support local adult lay leadership to advance regional fundraising goals and deepen community investment in BBYO
• Collaborate with program staff to implement #givingBBYOday campaigns in each assigned community, helping mobilize local participation and philanthropic support
• Plan fundraising and stewardship events that align with teen programming priorities, deepen donor engagement, and demonstrate BBYO’s impact in each community
• Manage grants and relationships with local foundations and Federations, as necessary
• Partner with program professionals to gain knowledge of the ongoing activity of the program
• Work closely with the Marketing & Communications Departments to implement on- and offline marketing initiatives to support community building efforts 
• Increase visibility of BBYO’s brand in each assigned community
• Build strategic funding alliances to elevate the Jewish teen agenda and BBYO’s presence 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 10 years of experience in major gifts development, ideally for non-profit organization or political campaign
• Bachelor’s Degree required, advanced degree welcome
• Demonstrated success leading sophisticated fundraising programs, securing significant philanthropic investments and closing not-for-profit sales
• Exceptional relationship-building, communication, and storytelling skills, with the ability to inspire support from a wide range of audiences.
• Familiarity with modern CRM systems, fundraising analytics, donor prospecting tools, and emerging technologies that support philanthropic engagement.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of the Jewish community and familiarity with Jewish nonprofit organizations preferred
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Experience with Salesforce is preferred

REQUIREMENTS   

• Commitment to BBYO's mission and an appreciation for the role Jewish teen engagement plays in building vibrant Jewish communities and future generations of leaders.  
• Attend major BBYO events including Staff Conference, International Convention, and Departmental Retreats.     
• Travel as needed (~25%) to support fundraising activities, donor cultivation and stewardship, partnership development, and other philanthropic engagement opportunities.  
• Unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. without holding a visa or sponsorship.   
• To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty/function with or without reasonable accommodation in accordance with applicable law.     
• Ability to access reliable transportation, whether via personal vehicle or public transit, to ensure timely arrival at events    

BENEFITS OF OUR DYNAMIC AND SUPPORTIVE WORKPLACE

Flexibility

• Flexible work environment 
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO)  
• (18) paid secular and Jewish holidays
• Two week-long office shutdowns 

Well-being

• Contribution toward medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance, and 2.5x salary life insurance
• Generous 403b and Roth retirement plan with vested match 
• Free access to WellHub, which includes discounted access to gyms
• Health insurance covers mental health services

Family

• Benefit for children’s participation in BBYO programs
• Flexibility in bringing child(ren) on business travel
• Generous paid parental leave

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Standing/Walking – The need to remain on your feet and/or walk for long periods of time on various terrains.
• Lifting/Carrying/Pushing/Pulling – Moving objects and carts and having the ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
• Work Environment – Ability to work in specific environments like extreme temperatures, noisy areas, outdoors or confined spaces.

BE A PART OF A LEGACY…

that celebrates our rich, century-long history of enhancing the Jewish experience to build a meaningful, teen-led future with an inclusive culture where authenticity is celebrated, respect is given, and fun is encouraged built on trust and empowerment, offering flexibility in where you work and autonomy in how it gets done. Embracing our past and future, we are excited about our growth and the challenges ahead. Join us and embark on an exciting journey with BBYO. INSPIRING TODAY. BUILDING TOMORROW.

We are committed to enhancing the Jewish experience, valuing diversity, providing equal opportunity, and maintaining an environment free from discrimination or harassment. BBYO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity by complying with all applicable laws which prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type in the workplace. Thus, BBYO strictly prohibits discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law in all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including without limitation, recruiting, hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, training, wage and salary, benefits, discipline, and termination.