Director of Development and Membership

ABOUT THE SISTERHOOD OF SALAAM SHALOM (SOSS/Sisterhood)

The Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom builds trust, respect, and relationships between Muslim and Jewish women of all ages. Together we commit to standing up for one another, educating one another about our faith and cultural practices, engaging in social justice action, and working to end acts of hate for all human beings.

This is a uniquely powerful and important moment to join the Sisterhood. At a time when the U.S. is experiencing rising polarization, particularly around issues involving Muslim and Jewish communities, SOSS offers a rare and essential space for healing, bridge-building, compassion, and solidarity. This position offers the opportunity to be part of a transformative mission — one that nurtures understanding and courage, promotes justice, and models what peace and interfaith allyship can look like.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Director of Development will be the primary architect and driver of SoSS’s fundraising strategy. As a mission-critical leadership role, this person must be a highly motivated, independent, and strategic development professional who can lead fundraising efforts with minimal supervision, develop systems from the ground up, and deliver results.

Sisterhood is at a pivotal point in its growth. With key foundation funding cycles ending, the organization must significantly diversify its funding base. This position is ideal for a dynamic leader ready to take ownership of a development program and build something lasting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Fundraising Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and lead the annual fundraising strategy for the organization in collaboration with the Executive Director (ED) and Board of Directors.
• Establish, monitor, and report on clear income goals for:
• Major gifts
• Annual membership
• Small individual gifts
• Foundation grants
• Institutional/partner support
• Provide regular reports of activities and progress toward goals to the ED and Board.
• Present at board meetings and help empower board members to participate meaningfully in fundraising efforts.

1. Individual Giving

• Design and implement strategies to grow individual giving at all levels:
• Major donors – manage relationships and execute management strategies alongside the ED.
• Mid-level and small donors – cultivate through digital campaigns, annual appeals, and donor engagement efforts.
• Members – optimize member retention, renewals, recruitment, and upgrade pathways.
• Maintain segmented donor lists and personalized engagement plans.
• Manage donor stewardship, recognition, and retention efforts.

1. Foundation & Grant Management

• Identify and research new foundation funding opportunities aligned with the Sisterhood’s mission and programming.
• Write and submit compelling grant proposals and reports for new and existing foundation funders.
• Build and manage relationships with foundation program officers alongside the ED.
• Collaborate with the ED to align budgets, track deliverables, and meet reporting requirements.

1. Institutional/Partner Fundraising

• Develop and nurture relationships with aligned institutional partners and sponsors.
• Design customized funding opportunities tied to events, programs, or new initiatives.
• Produce professional print and digital materials (e.g., sponsorship decks, impact reports) to inform and inspire partners and funders.

1. Events & Community-Based Fundraising

• Strategize and implement fundraising components for the Sisterhood’s existing programs and events, maximizing earned income and sponsorship potential.
• Explore creative approaches to grassroots fundraising, including peer-to-peer campaigns and community drives.

1. Communications & Donor Engagement

• Develop and implement an integrated communications strategy that supports fundraising, strengthens the brand, and engages donors.
• Manage and collaborate with staff, Board, and members on donor-focused communications, including:
• Newsletters and appeals
• Campaign materials
• Annual reports and donor updates
• Ensure communications are donor-centric, mission-aligned, and impact-focused.

1. Development Operations & Infrastructure

• Build and maintain effective systems for managing development activities, including:
• Moves management tracking
• CRM/donor database utilization
• Donor pipeline management
• Project management tools and calendars for activities, campaigns, and events.
• Ensure data integrity and analysis to evaluate fundraising effectiveness.
• Adjust strategy as needed based on performance metrics and donor feedback.
• Partner with the ED and Board Fundraising Committee to build the board’s fundraising skills and confidence.

1. Membership

• Develop and maintain appropriate records, budget and reports pertinent to membership.
• Set annual membership goals.
• Staff advisor and resource professional to the Board Membership Committee
• Ensure members receive benefits relevant to their tier levels.
• Manage customer service for members.
• Create and execute membership marketing emails and communications
• Work with Programs to enhance membership objectives.
• Create annual marketing plan and implement strategies to:
• Acquire members
• Retain members and upgrade members

Organizational Culture & Collaboration

This role works in close partnership with the ED to align fundraising with organizational goals and program impact and helps contribute to a culture of philanthropy among staff, board, and volunteers. As a part of the senior leadership team, they will participate in organizational planning and strategic discussions with the Board and key stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Minimum 5–7 years of nonprofit fundraising experience, with a successful track record in major gifts, foundation fundraising, and annual giving.
• Demonstrated ability to independently design and implement comprehensive development strategies.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including proposal and grant writing.
• Strong relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in CRM systems such as Sales Force and fundraising platforms such as Give Lively.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Membership experience is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, remotely, and efficiently in a small team environment.

Preferred:

• Experience in a small or mid-sized nonprofit, ideally during a period of change or rebuilding.
• Familiarity with interfaith, women’s leadership, peace-building, or social justice work.
• Knowledge of member-based fundraising strategies.

KEY STRENGTHS & ATTRIBUTES

• Independent and self-motivated: Takes ownership and drives results without micromanagement.
• Strategic and tactical: Can both see the big picture and execute the details.
• Data- and goal-driven: Comfortable setting and tracking metrics.
• Flexible and adaptable: Thrives in evolving, high-stakes environments.
• Relational and compassionate: Skilled at building trust with donors, funders, and the community.
• Mission-aligned: Deeply committed to the work and values of SOSS.

WHY JOIN SOSS NOW?

This is a rare opportunity to help shape and lead the development function at a national organization whose work is more urgent than ever. If you believe in the power of women, dialogue, and interfaith community to transform our world — and you're ready to roll up your sleeves to help build a sustainable future for this work — we invite you to apply.

TO APPLY

Please send a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your interest in the role and how your experience aligns with the mission and needs of the Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom to: marion@sosspeace.org

Remote with occasional domestic and international travel