Campaign Director

Yeshiva University•New York, NY

5d•$150,000 - $200,000

About The Position

The Yeshiva University Campaign Director will play a central role in advancing the University’s comprehensive campaign by managing its planning and execution, with early emphasis on guiding the initial phase. Working closely with the Vice President of Institutional Advancement, the University President, and senior leadership, this role will lead key stakeholders in the creation of the campaign plan, including the case statement and case for support, establishing a clear and cohesive framework for the campaign. The Director will ensure alignment across institutional priorities, coordinate key stakeholders, and drive progress toward campaign goals through a disciplined and collaborative approach.

Requirements

10-15 years of progressive experience in fundraising and strategic planning, preferably in higher education
Demonstrated experience in campaign planning or execution, including goal-setting and case development
Strong project management capabilities and ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and timelines
Experience building and managing volunteer leadership structures
Knowledge of major gift fundraising principles and donor cultivation strategies
Experience working directly with senior executives and institutional leadership
Strategic Vision: Ability to see the big picture while managing complex details
Relationship Building: Skill in developing trust and credibility with diverse stakeholders
Strong Communication skills in both writing and interpersonal interactions
Political Acumen: Understanding of academic culture and ability to navigate organizational dynamics
Results Orientation: Focus on achieving measurable outcomes and meeting ambitious goals
Collaboration: Ability to work effectively across organizational boundaries
Adaptability: Comfort with ambiguity and ability to adjust strategies based on changing circumstances
This is a senior-level position requiring discretion, strategic thinking, and the ability to work effectively with the institution's most important stakeholders and donors.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of the comprehensive campaign plan, including articulation of priorities, campaign goals, and timelines; convene key players to ensure the anchoring components of the campaign are in place
Translate campaign strategy into coordinated action across academic and administrative units, aligning stakeholders and ensuring steady progress toward key milestones. Establish clear workstreams, timelines, and accountability; ensure key deliverables are completed and momentum is sustained.
Align senior leadership, academic partners, lay leadership and advancement teams around campaign priorities; ensure clarity of roles, responsibilities, and next steps.
Establish campaign metrics and track progress against goals, adjusting strategy and communicating updates to leadership as needed.
Work closely with development, advancement services, and communications to ensure an integrated, institution-wide campaign approach.