
Director of Institutional Advancement, Office of the President
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The Director of Institutional Advancement serves as the principal advancement professional within the Office of the President, reporting to the Vice President and Chief of Staff and working closely with the President. The Director cultivates, solicits, and stewards major and principal-gift donors and prospects, helping secure transformational support for Yeshiva University’s mission and priorities.
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Position Summary:The Director of Institutional Advancement, Office of the President, will serve as the principal advancement professional within the Office of the President. Reporting to the Vice President and Chief of Staff, the Director will work closely with the President to cultivate, solicit, and steward major and principal-gift donors and prospects.At this pivotal moment in Yeshiva University's history, the Director will play a key role in securing the transformational support necessary to advance the University's mission and strengthen its impact for generations to come.Position Responsibilities: The Director will manage the strategy, preparation, coordination, and follow-through for the President's donor relationships. This includes: * Preparing briefings * Identifying new prospects * Tracking next steps * Advancing Yeshiva University's highest fundraising priorities * The Director will work in collaboration with the Department of Institutional AdvancementExperience & Education Background: * Bachelor's Degree * 5 years of fundraising experienceSkills & Competencies: * Significant fundraising experience, including experience cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major donors and prospects * A deep commitment to Yeshiva University's mission and the ability to communicate that mission compellingly * The highest level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality * Creativity and the ability to identify and develop new philanthropic opportunities * Outstanding judgment and interpersonal skills * A strong work ethic, initiative, and attention to detail * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * The ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently follow through * The ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships with donors, colleagues, and University leadershipSalary Range:$180,000 - $180,000About Us:Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage, YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society, guided by a commitment to ethics, innovation, and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing thousands of students, faculty, staff, and more than 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, all working together to build a brighter future.As a Yeshiva University employee, you will be part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development, YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees, offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being, work-life balance, and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education, research, and societal impact, ensuring that all members of our community-students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends-are inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.Equal Employment Opportunity:Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
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Set against the 727 open Fundraising jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$180K/yr
- New York median$87–114K/yr59 salary ranges
- US median$77–101K/yr320 salary ranges
This rate, $180K, is 78% above the New York median midpoint ($101K) — in the top quarter of Fundraising salary ranges in New York.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 100 open Fundraising jobs in New York and 727 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Fundraising postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (488 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 267 of the 727 open Fundraising jobs (37%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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