Director of Development
InSIGHT Through Education, Inc., Florida, NY, United States
inSIGHT Through Education’s mission is to inspire and educate, encouraging kindness, acceptance, and respect for all, using lessons learned from the Holocaust and genocides worldwide to recognize and oppose antisemitism, hatred, and bigotry.
We are committed to advancing Holocaust education and empowering students and educators to apply the lessons of history to stand against antisemitism, hatred, and bigotry today.
Position Overview
The Director of Development plays a key role in advancing inSIGHT Through Education’s fundraising and philanthropic efforts through a combination of donor engagement and institutional giving support. Reporting to the Executive Director, this position is responsible for cultivating and stewarding relationships with individual donors while supporting grant research, writing, and reporting efforts. The Director of Development will contribute to the organization’s overall fundraising strategy and help ensure strong, sustainable support for inSIGHT’s mission.
This role requires regular in‑person donor engagement throughout Broward, Palm Beach, and Martin Counties, as well as occasional evening and weekend availability for events and organizational activities. Additional travel outside the primary service area may be required periodically for conferences, meetings, or organizational representation.
Key Responsibilities
Donor Engagement & Fundraising
Manage and steward relationships with individual donors and prospects through cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities
Support donor-facing efforts including meetings, events, presentations, and follow‑up communications
Assist in the planning and execution of annual fundraising initiatives and campaigns
Prepare donor communications such as acknowledgments, impact updates, and stewardship materials
Grants & Institutional Giving
Research prospective foundation and corporate funding opportunities
Support the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals and letters of inquiry
Assist with grant tracking, reporting, and compliance requirements
Work with the Director of Education to gather data, outcomes, and organizational information to support grant submissions
Collaboration & Operations
Maintain accurate and up-to-date donor and grant records in the organization’s CRM
Support development reporting and data integrity
Collaborate with lay leaders and members of the Board of Directors on donor engagement and stewardship efforts, as appropriate
Work collaboratively across the organization to support development goals
Participate in organizational planning and coordination meetings, as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum of 3‑5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising or development
Must be based locally in South Florida, with strong familiarity with Broward, Palm Beach, and/or Martin Counties. This role requires approximately 40% of time in the field, engaging with donors and community partners. Existing relationships within the local philanthropic community are strongly preferred.
Ability to travel periodically outside the primary service area, as needed
Reliable transportation required
Experience with individual donor engagement and relationship management
Experience with grant research, writing, and reporting
Demonstrated track record of securing philanthropic support and meeting or exceeding fundraising targets
Self‑starter with the ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive projects forward with minimal supervision
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Collaborative, professional, and relationship‑oriented
Comfortable working with staff, volunteers, Board members, and organizational leadership
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends, as needed
Why Join inSIGHT Through Education
This role offers the opportunity to work closely with organizational leadership, build meaningful donor relationships, and help shape and strengthen a growing development function. You will play a direct role in advancing a mission dedicated to combating antisemitism and promoting education rooted in history, empathy, and respect.
Compensation and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary range of $110,000 - $120,000, along with a benefits package reflective of the importance of this leadership role. inSIGHT Through Education is committed to fostering a supportive, collaborative environment where team members can thrive both professionally and personally. As part of a mission-driven organization, this role offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful work that has a direct and lasting impact on students, educators, and the broader community.
Equal Opportunity Statement
inSIGHT Through Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list, and additional tasks may be assigned from time to time at the organization’s discretion. Employment is at-will, and this job description does not constitute an employment contract.
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We are committed to advancing Holocaust education and empowering students and educators to apply the lessons of history to stand against antisemitism, hatred, and bigotry today.
Position Overview
The Director of Development plays a key role in advancing inSIGHT Through Education’s fundraising and philanthropic efforts through a combination of donor engagement and institutional giving support. Reporting to the Executive Director, this position is responsible for cultivating and stewarding relationships with individual donors while supporting grant research, writing, and reporting efforts. The Director of Development will contribute to the organization’s overall fundraising strategy and help ensure strong, sustainable support for inSIGHT’s mission.
This role requires regular in‑person donor engagement throughout Broward, Palm Beach, and Martin Counties, as well as occasional evening and weekend availability for events and organizational activities. Additional travel outside the primary service area may be required periodically for conferences, meetings, or organizational representation.
Key Responsibilities
Donor Engagement & Fundraising
Manage and steward relationships with individual donors and prospects through cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities
Support donor-facing efforts including meetings, events, presentations, and follow‑up communications
Assist in the planning and execution of annual fundraising initiatives and campaigns
Prepare donor communications such as acknowledgments, impact updates, and stewardship materials
Grants & Institutional Giving
Research prospective foundation and corporate funding opportunities
Support the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals and letters of inquiry
Assist with grant tracking, reporting, and compliance requirements
Work with the Director of Education to gather data, outcomes, and organizational information to support grant submissions
Collaboration & Operations
Maintain accurate and up-to-date donor and grant records in the organization’s CRM
Support development reporting and data integrity
Collaborate with lay leaders and members of the Board of Directors on donor engagement and stewardship efforts, as appropriate
Work collaboratively across the organization to support development goals
Participate in organizational planning and coordination meetings, as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum of 3‑5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising or development
Must be based locally in South Florida, with strong familiarity with Broward, Palm Beach, and/or Martin Counties. This role requires approximately 40% of time in the field, engaging with donors and community partners. Existing relationships within the local philanthropic community are strongly preferred.
Ability to travel periodically outside the primary service area, as needed
Reliable transportation required
Experience with individual donor engagement and relationship management
Experience with grant research, writing, and reporting
Demonstrated track record of securing philanthropic support and meeting or exceeding fundraising targets
Self‑starter with the ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive projects forward with minimal supervision
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Collaborative, professional, and relationship‑oriented
Comfortable working with staff, volunteers, Board members, and organizational leadership
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends, as needed
Why Join inSIGHT Through Education
This role offers the opportunity to work closely with organizational leadership, build meaningful donor relationships, and help shape and strengthen a growing development function. You will play a direct role in advancing a mission dedicated to combating antisemitism and promoting education rooted in history, empathy, and respect.
Compensation and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary range of $110,000 - $120,000, along with a benefits package reflective of the importance of this leadership role. inSIGHT Through Education is committed to fostering a supportive, collaborative environment where team members can thrive both professionally and personally. As part of a mission-driven organization, this role offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful work that has a direct and lasting impact on students, educators, and the broader community.
Equal Opportunity Statement
inSIGHT Through Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list, and additional tasks may be assigned from time to time at the organization’s discretion. Employment is at-will, and this job description does not constitute an employment contract.
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