The Executive Director will assume a transformational role as Brandeis enters this new era, directing an experienced team responsible for engaging alumni, families, and friends in meaningful and lasting philanthropic relationships. They will help shape the philanthropic story of Brandeis—and ensure that story reflects the people and values that make the institution extraordinary—as they elevate a modern, inclusive, and high-performing annual giving program.
Reporting to the Vice President for Development, Stephen Rodriguez, the ED will oversee a team of 12 across four interconnected program areas—Leadership Giving, Brandeis National Committee, Parent & Family Philanthropy, and Direct Marketing.

The ED will design, implement, and scale a comprehensive and integrated annual giving program that engages alumni, families, and friends through a combination of personal outreach, volunteer partnerships, and targeted direct marketing in ways that strengthen donor participation, retention, and pipeline development. Key to the success of this team will be the unification of three strong but independently operating programs into a more cohesive, strategically aligned, and future-ready annual giving program.

The ideal candidate will bring a systems mindset and an ability to connect tactical work to broader institutional goals. They are energized by change, comfortable operating in ambiguity, and equipped with the emotional intelligence to lead with both heart and rigor.

The salary range for this role is $116,000 – $166,000.