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Midwest Region Director
Part-time
American Society of the University of Haifa

The University of Haifa, the largest comprehensive research university in northern Israel, is unique in its three-tiered mission: excellence in academic and research innovation, dedication to social responsibility, and comprehensive leadership development.  With internationally recognized faculties in social and natural sciences, the humanities, law, education, social welfare, and health studies, the University of Haifa is a world-class institution of higher learning, characterized by a strong spirit of curiosity and daring.

The University's location atop Mount Carmel provides a unique backdrop for exciting interdisciplinary programs and cooperative endeavors with academic institutions around the world. An exciting and inspiring cultural mosaic, the University has a diverse student population of more than 18,000 primed to address both regional challenges and social issues. By providing equal educational opportunities to all sectors of Israeli society, the University of Haifa has proven itself a leader in promoting peaceful co-existence both on and off campus.

The American Society for the University of Haifa provides financial support and elevates the public profile of the University of Haifa in the United States.  ASUH is recognized by the IRS to operate as a 501(c)(3) organization.

Position

The Midwest Region Director is the primary development professional for ASUH in the Midwestern United States (specific territory outline to be defined with the candidate).  Reporting to the ASUH Executive Director, he/she is charged with planning and implementing a fundraising campaign for the region which projects significant growth, while building the organizational infrastructure to support that endeavor.   This is a part-time, two-days/week position with opportunities for future expansion.

Responsibilities

•  Create and implement a development and marketing plan to increase financial support and public awareness for the University of Haifa

•  Recruit and train lay leadership for a regional Advisory Board

•  Identify, recruit, motivate and train volunteers in support of the University

•  Engage in direct solicitation, prospect management, donor stewardship

•  Pursue funds from foundations and other grant making organizations

•  Represent the University

Qualifications

•  Accomplished fundraiser with a minimum of 3 years experience in a fundraising senior role

•  Demonstrated leadership and ability to work effectively with high level boards, committees and donors

•  Experience in creating and implementing short and long range campaign plans

•  Skill in cultivating, soliciting and stewarding donors

•  Experience in working with foundations and other grant making organizations

•  In depth knowledge of the Jewish and general philanthropic communities

•  Experience with multiple campaign strategies: direct marketing, planned giving, events, prospect research, etc.

•  Good oral and written communication skills

•  Proven ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

•  Energetic and driven



West Region Director
Part-time
American Society of the University of Haifa

The University of Haifa, the largest comprehensive research university in northern Israel, is unique in its three-tiered mission: excellence in academic and research innovation, dedication to social responsibility, and comprehensive leadership development.  With internationally recognized faculties in social and natural sciences, the humanities, law, education, social welfare, and health studies, the University of Haifa is a world-class institution of higher learning, characterized by a strong spirit of curiosity and daring.

The University's location atop Mount Carmel provides a unique backdrop for exciting interdisciplinary programs and cooperative endeavors with academic institutions around the world. An exciting and inspiring cultural mosaic, the University has a diverse student population of more than 18,000 primed to address both regional challenges and social issues. By providing equal educational opportunities to all sectors of Israeli society, the University of Haifa has proven itself a leader in promoting peaceful co-existence both on and off campus.

The American Society for the University of Haifa provides financial support and elevates the public profile of the University of Haifa in the United States.  ASUH is recognized by the IRS to operate as a 501(c)(3) organization.

Position

The West Region Director is the primary development professional for ASUH in the western United States (specific territory outline to be defined with the candidate).  Reporting to the ASUH Executive Director, he/she is charged with planning and implementing a fundraising campaign for the region which projects significant growth, while building the organizational infrastructure to support that endeavor.   This is a part-time, two-days/week position with opportunities for future expansion.

Responsibilities

•  Create and implement a development and marketing plan to increase financial support and public awareness for the University of Haifa

•  Recruit and train lay leadership for a regional Advisory Board

•  Identify, recruit, motivate and train volunteers in support of the University

•  Engage in direct solicitation, prospect management, donor stewardship

•  Pursue funds from foundations and other grant making organizations

•  Represent the University

Qualifications

•  Accomplished fundraiser with a minimum of 3 years experience in a fundraising senior role

•  Demonstrated leadership and ability to work effectively with high level boards, committees and donors

•  Experience in creating and implementing short and long range campaign plans

•  Skill in cultivating, soliciting and stewarding donors

•  Experience in working with foundations and other grant making organizations

•  In depth knowledge of the Jewish and general philanthropic communities

•  Experience with multiple campaign strategies: direct marketing, planned giving, events, prospect research, etc.

•  Good oral and written communication skills

•  Proven ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

•  Energetic and driven