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Executive Search
Current Executive Searches:
Vice President for Institutional Advancement
Mersky, Jaffe & Associates has been retained by Hebrew College to conduct a search for a new vice president for institutional advancement.
Founded in 1921, Hebrew College is dedicated to the principle that rigorous, pluralistic Jewish education is essential to building and sustaining a vibrant Jewish community. The College is committed to training Jewish professionals who have a strong foundation in classical Jewish studies and are equally well equipped to engage the complexities of contemporary Jewish life.
Hebrew College also embraces a mission that connects serious academic study of Judaism with the educational needs and challenges of the community, via outstanding adult learning and youth education programs. No ivory tower, the College strives to be a modern equivalent of Abraham’s tent, with all sides open to anyone who wishes to join its passionate pursuit of Jewish education.
Hebrew College’s legacy also bequeaths a strong commitment to pluralism, open to all forms of Jewish expression, commitment and practice. We seek to engage diverse perspectives on any given Jewish topic, both to encourage a dynamic exchange and to foster respect for other points of view. Hebrew College, true to its roots, strives to encompass the broadest spectrum of Jewish life and to model k’lal Yisrael, a community of all Jews, while welcoming members of other faiths to join in a vibrant conversation
The vice president for institutional advancement will report to the President, Rabbi Daniel L. Lehmann and work as a member of the senior management team of the College. In consultation with the board, the vice president for institutional advancement will design and implement a multi-year strategic development plan to raise significant unrestricted annual funds and begin an endowment campaign from both local and national donors and funders in support of the College’s mission and strategic vision.
In addition to the supervision and management of the entire development operation of the College, and among other specific responsibilities and duties, the vice president for institutional advancement will:
- create and articulate the College’s case statement;
- develop a tactical fundraising plan that includes a timetable, gift table, stewardship and communications programs;
- prepare and monitor budgets for all development activities subject to the approval of the board and President;
- coordinate and monitor all development activities of the College and regularly report results to the President, the Development Committee, the Board and others, as required;
- supervise the research, cultivation and development of appropriate solicitation strategies for identified and new major gift prospects not only from the Greater Boston community but also nationwide;
- engage in and direct personal solicitation of such prospects;
- supervise the development of proposals for foundations and corporations;
- be capable of conceptualizing, planning and implementing varied special events;
- organize, motivate and lead Board members to recognize and carry out their fundraising responsibilities;
- identify and recruit additional members to the Development Committee and volunteer infrastructure for the College in order to expand the opportunities for major gift cultivation and solicitation;
- train the Board, Development Committee members and volunteers to serve as solicitors and cultivators of other prospects;
- create a communication plan for donors and prospects including reports from the President, brochures and other communication tools that informs prospects and donors about the College, in general, and of special giving opportunities, in particular.
- design and provide oversight for the implementation of a schedule for communicating with the various constituencies of the College;
- enhance and strengthen alumni relations;
- create a system to support, track and recognize volunteers;
- coordinate and conduct all communication with donors and prospective donors;
- create a variety of appropriate gift vehicles to meet the needs of different donors;
- administer stewardship activities by supervising the maintenance of the database of contributors and gifts, track current and potential donors, and acknowledge, record and report all gifts with appreciation to donors; and
- be capable of developing educational programs to support development efforts for major gifts, planned giving and endowment funding on a local, regional and national basis.
The successful candidate will be:
- an experienced professional with a proven track record in major gift solicitation and experience working with high level volunteers and philanthropists;
- a strong manager who is a self-starter who listens and is able to build a motivated team of volunteers and professionals;
- a hands-on leader with superior verbal and written communication skills; and
- a creative, energetic individual committed to realizing the potential of the bold, innovative and dynamic vision of the Hebrew College.
If you know of anyone who might be a suitable candidate for this unique position, or are yourself interested, please forward a resume and cover letter with salary requirements and three references to David A. Mersky at david@merskyjaffe.com.