Lead Strategy, Engagement, and Growth across Key Communities
The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County is seeking a collaborative and results-driven Associate Vice President (AVP), Affinities to oversee strategy, engagement, and fundraising across our key donor affinity groups including Women’s Philanthropy, Business & Professional, and Emerging/Younger Donors.
This senior-level position is responsible for supervising a high-performing team, strengthening donor pipelines, and advancing the Federation’s overall Campaign goals through targeted relationship-building and community engagement. This role plays a critical leadership function within the development change to the Campaign department and requires a strategic mindset, a deep understanding of affinity-based fundraising, and a passion for Jewish communal life.
Role and Impact
The AVP, Affinities oversees a cross-functional portfolio designed to engage key segments of the South Palm Beach County community. Through supervision of the directors of assigned affinity areas and management of a personal portfolio of donors and prospects, the position ensures a comprehensive and coordinated approach to engagement, cultivation, and solicitation. As a member of the campaign management team, this role contributes to the vision and direction of Federation’s philanthropic strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Team Supervision & Strategic Oversight
- Supervise and guide directors of Women’s Philanthropy, Business & Professional, and Emerging/Younger Donor engagement and new affinity areas
- Align team activities with Federation wide strategic objectives and fundraising benchmarks
- Ensure effective time and resource allocation to optimize philanthropic outcomes and donor engagement
- Portfolio Management & Solicitation
- Manage and grow a portfolio of individual donors and prospects through cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies
- Identify opportunities to upgrade giving and deepen commitment through personalized engagement
- Leverage events, parlor meetings, and Federation initiatives to connect donors with impact
- Campaign Management & Cross-Department Collaboration
- Serve as a key member of the Campaign management team, contributing to department-wide strategy
- Collaborate with colleagues across departments to ensure a cohesive and integrated fundraising approach
- Represent affinity interests in Federation wide planning and decision-making
Thrive Here If You Have:
- A Bachelor’s degree
- 7+ years of experience in nonprofit development, team management, or community engagement
- Proven success in major gift cultivation and solicitation
- Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to coach and guide team members toward shared goals
- Familiarity with Jewish values, customs, and traditions
- Exceptional communication, planning, and interpersonal skills in a mission-driven setting
Why You Should Work Here
We believe that meaningful work begins with a supportive, mission-driven environment. When you join our team, you’ll benefit from:
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision
- 401(k) with employer match to support your future
- Generous paid time off, including all major Jewish holidays
- A collaborative culture fueled by purpose and partnership
- Ongoing professional development and growth pathways
- The chance to make a lasting difference in individual lives and across generations
This is a leadership role that bridges strategy and heart bringing people together through shared values, collective giving, and meaningful community impact.
The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.