Chaloner has partnered with the Shalom Hartman Institute on their search for a Director of Development Marketing.

Mission and Philosophy

The Shalom Hartman Institute is a leading research and educational center serving Israel and world Jewry. We work to enrich the moral and spiritual life of Israel and the Jewish people, deepen the commitment to pluralism and Israel’s Jewish and democratic character, and rebuild the covenant between Israel and the Jewish world.   

Through our community of outstanding scholars and educators, the Institute develops innovative responses to the challenges of our time, cultivates a new generation of leaders and change agents, and builds transformational educational projects that help inspire a better Judaism and a better Israel for the 21st century. 

The Opportunity

The Director of Development Marketing leads the creation and execution of marketing and communications strategies that support the philanthropic goals of the Shalom Hartman Institute. Reporting to the Vice President of Philanthropic Engagement, this role is responsible for crafting compelling donor-facing narratives, producing key development publications, and designing digital and campaign strategies that inspire philanthropic engagement. 

This is a newly created position, established to meet the growing communications and marketing needs of a development team that has expanded significantly in recent years. As the Institute builds out its individual giving program and Giving Society, and grows its regional presence across the New York Tri-State area, Florida, the West Coast, the Midwest, Canada and beyond, there is a pressing need for a dedicated professional who can bring both strategic vision and executional excellence to development-focused marketing. This person will serve as the primary marketing resource for the development team, working closely with colleagues in New York and across regional offices, while liaising with the Institute’s broader marketing and communications team to ensure brand alignment. 

This position plays a central role in communicating the Institute’s impact to donors and partners. The Director will oversee the development of annual and impact reports, donor communications, digital fundraising campaigns, and other strategic and promotional collateral. The role requires a highly organized and detail-oriented professional with exceptional writing, design, and communication skills who can translate complex ideas and programmatic work into clear, compelling messaging — and who can pivot quickly in response to shifting priorities and time-sensitive needs. 

Working closely with colleagues across marketing, development, communications, and program teams,  the Director of Development Marketing will serve as a strategic thought partner in shaping how the Institute communicates its work and vision to philanthropic audiences. 

Primary Responsibilities

Development Communications and Publications 

• Lead the development and production of the Institute’s Annual Report, managing the process of gathering information and stories from across the organization, including program teams in North America and Israel, to produce a publication that effectively communicates the organization’s work, reach, and impact. 
• Create donor-focused impact reports that highlight outcomes, learning, and programmatic achievements. 
• Develop and manage a range of donor-facing collateral, including campaign materials, case statements, presentations, event invitations, and stewardship pieces. 
• Partner with development staff to create compelling promotional messaging for new initiatives and strategic fundraising efforts as they evolve, including planned giving initiatives and other strategic fundraising efforts. 
• Support the drafting and review of donor proposals as needed, collaborating with the foundation relations team where relevant. 
• Ensure consistent branding, language, and messaging across all regional communications, supporting development staff in New York, Florida, the West Coast, the Midwest, and other emerging markets. 

Digital Fundraising and Campaign Strategy 

• Develop and implement the Institute’s online fundraising strategy in conjunction with the communications team and external consultants, including and leading up to the year-end digital campaign in December. 
• Design and execute online fundraising campaigns in collaboration with the development and communications teams, balancing stewardship messaging throughout the year with direct fundraising appeals. 
• Ensure digital messaging effectively engages donors and reflects the Institute’s mission and impact. 
• Work with external consultants and internal marketing colleagues to build out and refine the annual digital strategy calendar. 
• Develop and update content for development-specific web pages in collaboration with the marketing and operations teams, providing copy and strategic input as needed. 
• Partner with Development, regional and program teams to engage program alumni and participants for ongoing interaction and exposure to fundraising efforts.
• Develop a strategy and plans to capitalize on podcast and digital subscribers to leverage for campaign outreach.
• Develop a strategy to grow the mailing list regionally, nationally and across the global Jewish community.

Marketing Strategy and Messaging 

• Design development-focused marketing plans and campaign strategies to support fundraising priorities and initiatives. 
• Serve as a thought partner on messaging, helping colleagues articulate the impact and significance of the Institute’s work for philanthropic audiences. 
• Collaborate with the Institute’s marketing and communications teams to ensure alignment with organizational brand standards while meeting the distinct needs of the development function. 
• Build and manage a process for receiving, triaging, and executing on inbound marketing and communications requests from development staff. 

Creative Direction and Production 

• Oversee the graphic design and production of invitations, donor communications, and email campaigns as well as collateral and signage for in-person events, with the support of external consultants as necessary. 
• Work with internal staff and external vendors to produce high-quality marketing and communications materials. 
• Ensure visual and written materials reflect the Institute’s brand, tone, and standards, either by creating new graphics and visuals directly, or by managing consultants as needed. 

Project Management and Collaboration 

• Manage multiple communications projects simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail and deadlines. 
• Partner closely with development staff to support fundraising strategies and donor engagement efforts. 
• Collaborate with program teams to capture stories, insights, and outcomes that demonstrate the Institute’s impact across Israeli, North American and global markets.
• Demonstrate flexibility and the ability to pivot mid-stream in response to evolving priorities and time-sensitive needs. 
• Guide and supervise the work of any support staff or associates dedicated to development marketing, as the team grows. 

 Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in marketing, communications, or development communications, ideally within a nonprofit or mission-driven organization. 
• Demonstrated success creating donor-facing communications and fundraising materials. 
• Experience managing digital fundraising or online campaigns. 
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling and persuasive narratives. 
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong project management abilities. 
• Ability to translate complex ideas and programmatic work into clear and engaging donor communications. 
• Strong collaborative skills and the ability to work effectively across teams. 
• Solid graphic design experience and proficiency with relevant tools. 
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, intellectually rigorous environment with high expectations and a collegial, mission-driven culture. 
• Familiarity with or openness to deepening understanding of the Jewish philanthropic landscape, contemporary Israeli social and political scene,  and the Shalom Hartman Institute’s mission and programs; prior experience in a Jewish organization is welcome but not required. 

The Work Environment

Hartman operates as a collaborative, team-oriented culture with no bonus structure and a shared commitment to mission success. The Director will have access to world-class scholarly and programmatic resources, a dedicated development infrastructure and senior leadership that is deeply invested in this role’s success.

This role will be based in Hartman’s New York City office four days per week. 

Compensation

Salary range: $140,000-$150,000, commensurate with experience. Hartman offers a very competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

To Apply

Interested candidates should apply by using the application form. Please submit a resume and cover letter. The cover letter should describe your relevant experience, your connection to Hartman’s mission, and your approach to building philanthropic relationships from scratch. Chaloner will review all applicants and, upon qualification, contact you to determine next steps.

The Shalom Hartman Institute of North America is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.