AVP, Greater Palm Beach

Overview

Birthright Israel began in 1999 with a bold idea – offer young Jewish adults a life-changing trip to Israel to build their Jewish identity and, by doing so, transform the Jewish future. Since its founding, Birthright Israel has provided over 950,000 young Jewish adults with a transformational experience in Israel. In a post October 7th world, our work has become even more important.

Position Summary

This fundraising role with the Birthright Israel Foundation (BRIF) is an opportunity to help drive a recently launched five-year $900M campaign. The AVP, Greater Palm Beach will be responsible for expanding the regional investor community, deepening relationships with existing investors, and significantly growing philanthropic revenue across the Greater Palm Beach region.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive Philanthropic Revenue Growth
  • Build, manage, cultivate, and solicit a portfolio of 100+ investors and prospects capable of giving $10,000+
  • Consistently achieve and exceed annual fundraising goals
• Donor Cultivation & Leadership Engagement
  • Steward and deepen relationships with existing investors while identifying and cultivating new major gift prospects
  • Expand the donor pipeline with individuals capable of making five-, six-, and seven-figure commitments
  • Lead the execution of philanthropic events to cultivate new prospects and steward existing investors
  • Identify and recruit local lay leaders to support Birthright Israel’s mission
• Brand & Mission Ambassador
  • Serve as a visible ambassador for Birthright Israel both professionally and personally
  • Represent Birthright Israel Foundation with professionalism, passion, and credibility

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 7-10+ years of success in high-ticket sales, business development or major gifts fundraising
• Proven track record of consistently meeting or exceeding performance goals
• Experience engaging senior executives, high-net-worth individuals, or philanthropists
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills
• Strong initiative, professionalism, and personal accountability
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Passion for Jewish engagement and Birthright Israel’s mission

Travel Expectations

This role requires regional travel and occasional travel to BRIF’s NYC headquarters.