Director, International Division
Job Description
Reports to: Director, Women’s Philanthropy Division
Status: Full-time / Non-Exempt / Hybrid
The Greater Miami Jewish Federation seeks a passionate, visionary, and results-driven professional to lead the strategic growth of our International Division. This role is an exciting opportunity to engage Miami’s increasingly diverse Jewish population—one of the most international in the country, with a large proportion of foreign-born residents.
The Director will oversee all aspects of the Division’s annual campaign, leadership development, and community-building initiatives. This includes managing a volunteer board, stewarding a robust donor portfolio, and serving as a visible and active leader within the North Dade Jewish community. The ideal candidate is multi-cultural, highly relational, and driven by the Federation’s mission.
We are looking for dedicated, career-driven professionals to join us in a supportive and positive work environment, where you’ll find excellent opportunities for professional growth. Our team is the heart of our success, and we want you to be part of our exciting future!
Join us to build a long-term, rewarding, and fulfilling career!
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Develop and implement the strategic vision and long-term planning for the International Division, aligning efforts with Federation’s mission, values, and fundraising priorities.
- Serve as a passionate ambassador and educator of Federation’s mission, engaging diverse international Jewish communities in meaningful and values-driven ways.
- Represent Federation at community events, fostering strategic partnerships with synagogues, Jewish organizations, and national/international movements.
- Direct the International Division’s $2M+ annual campaign: identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward new and existing donors to expand both revenue and donor base.
- Personally manage a significant portfolio of donors and prospects, with a focus on face-to-face solicitations, relationship-building, and stewardship.
- Lead and manage the International Division Board of Directors, with a strong focus on campaign engagement, solicitor management and leadership development.
- Plan and implement high-impact events and engagement initiatives that connect community members to Federation’s work.
- Oversee the Division’s operational functions, including event budgets, campaign tracking, data management, event logistics, and marketing coordination.
- Collaborate across departments to support high-profile initiatives such as The Main Event, Lion of Judah, Sunset Over Miami, and other community-wide programs.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in nonprofit management, Jewish communal service, business, or related field strongly preferred.
- Minimum 5–7 years of professional experience in fundraising, community organizing, donor relations, or nonprofit leadership.
- Demonstrated success in donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship; skilled in developing strategies that drive philanthropic growth.
- Proven ability to inspire and manage volunteer leaders, build consensus, and promote a collaborative team culture.
- Strong familiarity of Jewish culture, traditions, and community dynamics—especially within Latin America and international Jewish communities—is preferred.
- Proficiency in Spanish is preferred.
- Creative, strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, team-based environment.
- Strong organizational and project management abilities with attention to detail.
- Exceptional interpersonal, public speaking, and written communication skills.
- Technologically proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM platforms.
- Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This is a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Equal Opportunity Statement
As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation celebrates and welcomes people of all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, actual or perceived status as a victim of domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking.
About The Greater Miami Jewish Federation
Since 1938, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has been a unifying force for Jewish community-building and philanthropy. We work to enrich the quality of Jewish life in Miami-Dade County by bringing comfort and hope to the vulnerable and by investing in programs that build Jewish knowledge, identity and peoplehood ensuring the next generation of Jews. The Annual Federation Campaign raises tens of millions of dollars each year to fund agencies locally including Jewish day schools, synagogue religious schools and Jewish community centers, as well as numerous social-service programs to care for those in need in Miami.
The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is always looking for dedicated professionals who share our values.
Salary $75,000+ annually, commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits.
Thank you for considering a career with The Greater Miami Jewish Federation!
Application Process
Please submit your resume to [email protected]
