Director of Development
Akiva School & Kehilla Upper School — Nashville
Role Summary
The Director of Development leads fundraising strategy and donor engagement for Akiva School (K–6) and Kehilla Upper School (7–12). This role is responsible for increasing philanthropic support, expanding the major donor base, cultivating and retaining donors through stewardship, and preparing the schools for endowment campaigns.
This role serves as part of the leadership team and is measured by fundraising growth, major gift development, and long-term philanthropic capacity.
About the Schools
Akiva School is a Kindergarten through 6th-grade Jewish day school committed to excellence in both General and Judaic Studies. The school provides students with rich opportunities to learn, explore, and shape their identities as Jews and Americans. Within a nurturing yet rigorous environment, Akiva fosters intellectual curiosity, deep Jewish commitment, and strong moral character.
Kehilla Upper School of Nashville is an inclusive and growing institution grounded in Jewish values. Its mission is to cultivate engaged learners and passionate leaders who strive to contribute to something greater than themselves. Embracing a pluralistic ethos, Kehilla is building an innovative model of Jewish secondary education in Nashville.
Together, these schools are central pillars of Jewish life and education in the Nashville community. The Director of Development will play a key leadership role in advancing these schools, including preparing for, and potentially leading, a major capital campaign to support facilities, endowment, and programmatic initiatives.
The Three Core Objectives
1. Grow Annual Philanthropy
Own and drive the annual fundraising program across both schools. Bring a data-driven insight-led approach.