Chief Development Officer

POSITION SPECIFICATION 

Maccabee Task Force

Chief Development Officer

Location: Remote 

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY 

Maccabee Task Force (MTF) is at a pivotal moment in its mission to combat rising antisemitism and anti-Zionism on college campuses. MTF is seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and strategic fundraising executive to serve as its new Chief Development Officer (CDO). The CDO will create a comprehensive fundraising strategy and drive transformational growth to secure the resources needed to empower students and campus leaders across the nation.

Building upon a recent comprehensive fundraising plan developed by CCS, the CDO will lead efforts to cultivate relationships with current and new donors across the country, expand and diversify revenue streams, and secure high-impact, five-to seven-figure gifts. The CDO will create a multi-year development plan, maintaining and leveraging longstanding relationships, while forging varied and strategic new partnerships that elevate MTF’s visibility and impact across the Jewish philanthropic arena.

Reporting to the CEO, the CDO will manage development team members and external contractors, providing strategic oversight of development operations, communications, marketing, and community engagement efforts.

Key responsibilities include:

Development Strategy & Leadership

• Collaborate with MTF leadership to implement and execute a comprehensive development strategy that aligns with and advances key organizational priorities.
• Engage and activate MTF staff and lay leadership in major donor prospecting, cultivation, and solicitation; form and manage a Board Development Committee within the first year.
• Build and lead a high-performing development team, setting ambitious targets and ensuring accountability for meeting key milestones.  

Major Gifts Fundraising & Donor Engagement

• Maintain and increase existing major donor contributions while expanding MTF’s individual and institutional portfolio across the country, with an emphasis on securing major, multi-year gifts.
• Lead donor stewardship efforts, crafting compelling donor programs and campaigns that engage current funders and inspire a new generation of supporters and champions for MTF’s mission. 

Development Operations & Communications

• Identify, test, and implement cutting-edge new fundraising software to optimize donor tracking, engagement, and stewardship.
• Maintain rigorous and regular reporting on fundraising progress to MTF leadership and Board with clearly defined metrics for success.
• Help oversee fundraising communications including website, newsletters, and social media to ensure consistent and inspiring messaging.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of an organization with an urgent and timely mission. To meet this moment, MTF is seeking a strategic thinker and bold go-getter with a passion for fundraising and the ability to inspire high-level support. The ideal candidate will bring: 

·        8-10 years of experience leading innovative, high-impact fundraising programs, with a track record of securing major gifts. 

·        A demonstrated ability to build and cultivate relationships with high-net-worth donors and Board members that lead to transformative gifts. 

·        Strong leadership skills, with experience leading teams to success and creating a culture of accountability and excellence. 

·        Experience with CRM systems (e.g., DonorPerfect) and a systems-oriented mindset to streamline operations. 

·        Expertise in communications, marketing, and event planning is a plus. 

·        A strong connection to MTF’s mission with knowledge of the Jewish and pro-Israel philanthropic landscape.

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Willingness to travel (30%-50%) to key donor meetings and events.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Salary range: $225,000 - $300,000, commensurate with experience.

TO APPLY: Qualified candidates should submit their resume and a thoughtful cover letter.

ABOUT MACCABEE TASK FORCE

The Maccabee Task Force was founded in 2015 to help Jewish and pro-Israel students fight back against the rising tide of anti-Semitism and anti-Zionism on America’s college campuses. MTF is uniquely focused on forging new campus allies among students beyond the Jewish community. Each year, MTF works with its campus partners to identify the most important campus leaders and influencers on each of its 75 campuses and bring them on transformational visits to Israel and the Palestinian Authority (one trip of 25 students per campus). MTF then partners with these new friends upon their return to build robust coalitions that can defend Jewish students and challenge anti-Israel misinformation.