Development Officer for National Initiatives

Who We Are:  

The Orthodox Union's Jewish Learning Initiative on Campus (OU-JLIC) places rabbinic couples on college campuses to provide Orthodox Jewish students with Torah education and mentorship, helping them continue their spiritual growth into adulthood. OU-JLIC offers a range of programs, including learning sessions, Shabbat experiences, and social events, fostering a strong sense of community and spiritual growth. Additionally, OU-JLIC extends its support to Israel, offering summer and year-round programs that combine Torah study with professional opportunities.  

The Orthodox Union (OU) is the largest Orthodox Jewish organization in the United States. Founded in 1898, the OU supports a network of synagogues, youth programs, Jewish and Religious Zionist advocacy programs, programs for the disabled, localized religious study programs, and international units. The OU maintains a kosher certification service, whose circled U symbol is found on the labels of many kosher commercial and consumer food products. 

Position Summary:  

We’re seeking a mission-driven Development Officer for National Initiatives to join our growing national development team. This is a rare opportunity to build a new donor pipeline and help propel one of the most dynamic and influential Jewish initiatives of our time.

This is a remote position with flexibility and travel required as needed.

Essential Function:

• Develop a new portfolio of donors—this is a growth-focused role with no pre-assigned donor list.
• Identify, engage, and cultivate new funding partners across North America and Israel.
• Align donor interests with a wide range of JLIC programs—on campus, in Israel, and beyond.
• Trained and guided by a seasoned professional to expand your development craft
• Work in partnership with JLIC’s global team of over 100 professionals.
• Travel as needed for donor meetings, events, and strategic engagements.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years of successful fundraising or major gifts experience.
• An entrepreneurial, self-starting approach to development.
• Deep knowledge of the Jewish communal landscape, especially within the Modern Orthodox context.
• Strong interpersonal, writing, and strategic thinking skills.
• Eagerness to learn from senior leadership and contribute meaningfully to a collaborative, mission-driven team.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary for this position is $125,000 to $150,000, commensurate with experience.

We offer employer-sponsored healthcare, dental, and vision plans.

Other benefits include:

• Paid sick days 
• Paid vacation days 
• Paid parental leave 
• Discounted continuing education
• Paid Jewish and most Federal holidays 
• Short Fridays to accommodate for the Sabbath 
• Free life and disability insurance 
• 403(b) retirement plan which the OU will contribute 5% of your wage towards retirement savings after you contribute at least 2% (only eligible after 3 years of continuous service)