Repair the World is a national nonprofit dedicated to inspiring American Jews and their communities to give their time and effort to serve those in need. We aim to make service a defining part of American Jewish life. The organization is headquartered in Midtown Manhattan and has a diverse and talented staff team and an entrepreneurial, collegial, fast-paced and results-oriented culture.
Repair the World is seeking a seasoned program professional to join the Jewish Service-Learning (JSL) department, which works to build the JSL field with a focus on immersive programs. As a member of a small, collaborative team, the JSL Manager will be involved in most areas of the department’s work and will take a lead role in two or more areas. Areas of emphasis will be jointly determined based on the skills and interests of all members of the team. The work of the Jewish Service-Learning department consists of:
· Grant-making to immersive Jewish service-learning (IJSL) programs
· Building and piloting a technical assistance program that will serve approximately 30 IJSL programs in 2012, to include working with IJSL programs for teens for the first time
· Conducting research and evaluation – with four studies currently planned or underway
· Managing data about the IJSL field and reporting to a wide range of stakeholders
· Beyond IJSL, thematic foci include JSL pedagogy and service in Israel
· Developing the knowledge base about Jewish service-learning and curating content for RepairLabs.org
This position reports to the Senior Director of Jewish Service-Learning and is based in New York City.
· Manage Repair the World’s relationship with approximately 15 IJSL programs that receive grants and/or technical assistance from Repair, building a high-value, high-impact relationship with each partner
· For each partner, oversee any grants or other financial support provided by Repair
· For each partner, oversee the provision of technical assistance
· Manage at least two core areas of the department’s work (listed above)
· For core areas of responsibility, refine and assess program design and implementation
· Project management, with active management of at least five projects at one time
· Five or more years of relevant experience; bachelors degree required
· Experience with service-learning, IJSL in particular, is highly desirable
· As we strive to build a staff team with a broad base of expertise, the ideal candidate will have significant background in at least two of the following areas: research and evaluation; Jewish education; non-profit management; experience working with teens; program development and recruitment; curating online content (in particular, content that advances professional knowledge)
· The ability to be a self-starter who assumes hands-on responsibility where necessary
· Solid people skills, with an enthusiastic and collaborative approach to work, self-confidence, a good sense of humor and the ability to communicate well across a range of working styles and personalities
· Ability to communicate effectively with potential and current partners and other non-profit professionals and volunteers and to manage difficult situations with tact and diplomacy
· Ability to build consensus internally and externally
· Strong writing and copy editing skills
· Ability to balance competing priorities and deadlines and to plan project timelines in a way that accounts for interdependencies
· Ability to pay attention to detail and to work well under pressure
· Proven high standards of performance
· Persistent, decisive, resourceful, proactive, and results-oriented
· Proficient in Microsoft Office; eager to adopt new technology and software to facilitate the organization’s work
· A strong interest in, and personal commitment to, Repair’s mission
· Flexible work style and an interest in being part of a dynamic and evolving organization
For immediate consideration, please email your cover letter and resume as attachments to opportunities(at)weRepair.org and indicate your name and “Jewish Service-Learning Manager” in the subject line. We thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Repair the World. Due to high volume, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
The organization provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees in excess of requirements as established by law. In addition, the organization affirmatively seeks to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity as it applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.
Filed under: Full Time, Management, NYC, NYJJB Featured Jobs, Non-Profit.
ALEPH: Alliance for Jewish Renewal Seeks Executive Director
ALEPH, a cutting edge international Jewish non-profit, seeks slightly-more-than-half-time Executive Director to help lead, inspire and grow the Jewish Renewal Movement.
Experienced, successful fundraiser and seasoned manager who enjoys fast paced, dynamic environments, likes to juggle multiple priorities and work in a collaborative setting is invited to lead our team of dedicated professionals. Your skills will be a significant part of the success of our creative, progressive spiritual organization that includes a seminary, several retreat intensives, adult distance learning, congregational services, Israel trips, on-line sales and more.
ALEPH is in a time of exciting organizational change and seeks a flexible candidate eager to be part of this process. Candidates must have strong people skills and at least ten years of experience in Fundraising and Development, Project development and Management, Board support, PR, Financial oversight, Public speaking, Communications and Non-profit governance. The capacity to multi-task, problem solve, project manage independently, make deadlines, and address the needs of multiple stakeholders are essential. At least five years of experience in Organizational Development and institutional change a plus.
The position serves as ALEPH’s chief executive staff member, leading a staff management team which also includes an Operations Manager and Associate Director. Responsible for leading Board, staff and volunteers in strategic coordinated efforts to carry out ALEPH’s work, and ensure the health and well being of the organization. This position reports directly to the Chair of the Board and more generally to the Personnel Committee of the Board.
Specific Responsibilities include:
Management: Oversee staff and collaborate with staff and Project Directors to optimize performance, creating regular opportunities for cross project planning and collaboration, working extensively with the Kallah and the Bet Midrash.
Fundraising and Development: Primary staff member for major donor solicitation and grant-seeking: Identify and cultivate individual and institutional donors; oversee creation and timely submission of grant applications; maintain ongoing communication with existing and prospective funders; ensure that reporting to funders is effective and timely; plan and create solicitation letters, brochures and other materials as needed.
Consultant to ALEPH member communities: Coordinate and/or provide technical assistance offerings for communities such as publications, retreats, Kallah offerings and one-on-one consultation; ensure that ALEPH’s communication with and service to member communities maintains a high standard of effectiveness and responsiveness; continue to cultivate new affiliates.
Board and Organizational Support:
Work with entire organization on developing and implementing strategic visioning. Plan and draft agendas for all ALEPH Board teleconferences/ meetings. Support face-to-face and telephonic board meetings. Report to the Board about progress, issues, and opportunities. Alert Board Chair about any significant issues or opportunities that arise between meetings.
Outreach, Representation and Public Relations: Represent and promote ALEPH throughout the larger Jewish world and in interfaith ventures that help manifest ALEPH’s Principles.
Special Projects: Work with Birthright, Israel trips and other programs the board deems a priority.
Salary and benefits: Commensurate with experience up to FTE of $90,000, depending on experience, plus full individual (not family) health benefits.
Hours: Hours may be increased commensurate with the success of fundraising efforts, but will begin with a minimum and maximum of 23 hours.
Location: Tele-commuting, even from long-distance, is an option for this position. This position will require travel for ALEPH events, conferences and to ALEPH communities. The ALEPH business office is in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Application:
Visit www.aleph.org and review ALEPH’s programs and Statement of Principles found at https://www.aleph.org/about.htm before you apply, so you can see if you are in alignment with our values and vision.
Please send a cover letter, resume, 3 references, your contact information and any questions to Rabbi Lori Klein, ALEPH Board Chair at BoardChair@aleph.org. No phone calls please.
The posting will remain open until August 31. Top candidates will be contacted soon thereafter to set up interviews.
Filed under: Management, Non-Profit.
Non-profit fundraising organization seeking Westchester/Ct Director with experience in the community
Good communication skills, willingness to travel, managing local board, running events, i.e. strong leadership and fundraising capabilities, missions, as well as working as part of a tri state team. Hebrew a plus
Knowledge in raiser’s edge, excel, word
Excellent benefits
Please forward resumes barbarah@fidf.org
Filed under: Connecticut, Full Time, Hebrew Speaking, Internet, Just Listed, Management, NYC, Non-Profit, Office Work, Westchester.
Director of Administration
Torah Day School of Atlanta, GA was founded in 1985 with approximately 25 students. We are proud of our ethnically and religiously diverse faculty and staff who support our mission as an Orthodox Jewish Day School. TDSA inspires in each student a love of G-d, a reverence for the Torah, and a life-long commitment to the acquisition of knowledge.
TDSA is a non-profit 501c(3) school. The school is accredited by SACS and SAIS and in 2008 was named a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. Enrollment in 2009 reached 337 students. TDSA’s 11 acre campus includes a, multi-media center (20K volume library, computer lab, etc), Science lab, Beit HaMedresh (study hall), sports courts, two playgrounds, large sports field, state of the art gymnasium and more.
We are seeking a Director of Administration who will manage all non-academic, non-fundraising TDSA functions, personnel and activities. He/She will support, contribute to and execute the TDSA philosophy.
Key areas of responsibility:
Business office
Financial
Operations
Other
The ideal candidate will possess:
The Director of Administration reports to our Head of School and will manage the business office staff. For consideration of this opportunity, please email resume and salary history to DirAdmin@torahday.org.
Filed under: Accounting, Administrative, Business Analysis, Financial, Full Time, Just Listed, Management.
Position Summary: The Reglera Israel Quality Assurance Director is responsible for the effective implementation of Reglera Israel’s Quality Assurance processes within Reglera Israel and with Reglera Israel’s external clients. Activities performed include Quality System implementations, process improvement programs, audits, validation, and CAPAs (corrective action and preventive action). This position is a member of the Reglera Israel Management Team. This position is also a member of the Reglera Management Review Team.
The incumbent would be required to live in Israel for 1-2 years and be able to work legally in both the United States and Israel
Essential Functions: The Reglera Israel Quality Assurance Director has the following responsibilities:
· Day-to-day management and development of quality assurance programs used within Reglera Israel and for Reglera Israel external clients
· Responsible for the ongoing review, strategy development, and operational planning to ensure that all quality assurance programs meet applicable regulations and standards
· Collaboration with Reglera Israel and Reglera organizational leadership in the establishment of quality assurance objectives on an annual basis
· Perform consulting duties for Israel and US projects by doing the work
· Participate effectively in business development opportunities with Reglera Israel General Manager
· Ensure internal projects are completed on time and meet Reglera Israel’s quality standards
· Ensure contractual deliverables are met with each client to its satisfaction
· Participate in industry trade shows, conferences, meetings, and publications to provide an active Reglera Israel industry presence
Other Responsibilities:
Education, Training, and Skill Recommendations/Requirements:
Filed under: Healthcare, Job Categories, Management, Medical.
JEWISH FAMILY AND CHILDREN’S SERVICE OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA
PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia (“JFCS” or the “Agency”), a Pennsylvania nonprofit organization, provides comprehensive programs and services to families, children and individuals from birth through death throughout the Philadelphia area regardless of religious affiliation, while continuing also to be the social service “safety-net” for the Jewish community. JFCS is the result of a merger in 1983 between Jewish Family Service of Philadelphia (“JFS”) and the Association for Jewish Children of Philadelphia (“AJC”). Dating back to the mid-1800s, JFS and AJC were established to provide food, clothing and other aid to those in need, and care for indigent and destitute Jewish children, respectively.
The mission of JFCS is to provide quality social and community services across the life spectrum to enhance the lives of families, children and individuals. Guided by Jewish values, the services are available to all in the Greater Philadelphia area.
JFCS’ staff of caring and dedicated credentialed professionals is committed to providing quality services, compassionate support, and solutions that work. The Agency has 104 full-time employees, an annual budget of approximately $12 million, and serves over 15,000 clients each year. The Agency regularly undergoes a strategic planning process to formulate its goals. It is currently in the second year of the current three year strategic plan.
JFCS is guided in its endeavors by its Board of Directors, with support from a Board of Advisors and approximately 400 volunteers. A related entity is the Foundation of the Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia, Inc., which was formed in 1987 to hold the Agency’s endowment funds and oversee the management of the investment of those funds.
The Agency’s Administrative Office is located at 2100 Arch Street, Philadelphia PA 19103, with additonal office locations at 1501 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122; 10125 Verree Road, Philadelphia, PA 19116, 7607 Old York Road (Lower Level), Elkins Park, PA 19027; and the Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy, 272 South Bryn Mawr Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010.
JFCS currently serves the community through the following six program areas:
Adult and Family Services - Support Through Life’s Transitions, Domestic Violence Prevention, Disabilities/Special Needs Programming and Support, Multi-Generational Family Support, and Counseling & Care Management;
Child Welfare Services - Special Needs Adoption, Foster Care, Family Reunification/Family Preservation, In-Home Protective Services, Counseling, and School Consultation;
Education And Outreach Services - Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention, Peer Mediation and Violence Prevention, Life-Skills Training for Pregnant and Parenting Teens, Tolerance and Diversity Awareness, Mentoring, Suicide Prevention, and Healthy Lifestyle/Eating Disorder Prevention;
Jewish Community Services - Community Chaplaincy, Jewish Hospice Network, Serious Illness Support Network, Volunteer and Para-Chaplaincy Services, Rabbinic Internship, and Professional Development Series;
Senior Services - Geriatric Care Management, Holocaust Survivors Support Program, Community-Based Aging in Place Services, Counseling, Caregiver Support/Respite, and Transportation; and
Open Arms Adoption Network – The Open Arms Adoption Network (“Open Arms”) provides services to families hoping to adopt a child domestically or internationally, as well as options and counseling to pregnant women. Open Arms also serves as an educational resource that provides training for all members of the adoption triad and for the professional community.
For more information on the programs visit www.jfcsphilly.org.
The President/CEO reports to the Board of Directors of JFCS. This individual will develop and supervise the administration of all program activities of the Agency in accordance with its stated mission.
S/he must possess strong leadership and exceptional interpersonal skills. The successful candidate should have vision and energy along with significant expertise and a successful track record in managing an organization providing service delivery.
The new President/CEO will be a highly collaborative and engaging senior executive with an ability to provide leadership which displays a positive attitude and flexibility in changing situations. The candidate must understand and be responsive to changes in funding sources, changes in service delivery systems and changing demographics. S/he must have the ability to think strategically and creatively, anticipate trends and meet the challenges that will impact JFCS’s future.
The President/CEO is expected to play an active role in developing external relationships regarding community visibility and resource development. The successful candidate will be expected to be a resourceful and experienced leader able to identify and manage resources, including partnerships and collaborative relationships, and serve as an advocate on behalf of the Agency to the community at large.
· A graduate degree from an accredited school of social work, public administration or business administration and a minimum of ten years experience (or its equivalent) in positions of similar duties and responsibilities.
· Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
· Superior oral and written communication skills. An effective communicator one-on-one and in small and large groups.
· Highly ethical, passionate commitment to JFCS’s services and client base.
· Proven expertise and leadership in strategic planning, development of new initiatives and business plans, evaulation of programs, and relationships to strengthen an organization.
· Successful experience working with a Board of Directors and volunteer committees in the development and implementation of policies designed to fulfill an organization’s mission.
· Successful experience with fundraising, including endowment projects, establishing new sources of funding including program grants, government contracts, private foundations, and working with individual donors.
· Experience as a public spokesperson and advocate within the community, state and local government. The ability to build strategic alliances, develop and implement collaborative approaches to service delivery through continued work with Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia, United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania, and other community-based and faith-based local and national organizations both public and private.
· Proven success in working with organizations in both the private and public sectors.
· Knowledge of the laws and regulations with which a nonprofit organization determined to be tax-exempt pursuant to Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, must comply.
· Experience with the preparation of budgets and monitoring the financial performance, including cash management. Understanding of the financial reporting and tax compliance rules with which a nonprofit organization determined to be tax-exempt pursuant to Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, must comply.
· Management philosophy and style which encourages creativity, growth, collaboration, problem solving, open communication and accountability.
· Experience in staff recruitment, mentoring, development, motivation, team building and retention.
· Experience supervising and developing personnel standards and policies and, consistent therewith, responsibility for the hiring, supervision, management, training, evaluation and retention of all staff. Experience with negotiation of union contracts and general labor relations.
· Experience with management of plant, property and equipment.
· Experience with the management of information systems to fulfill the goals of the programs and administration of an organization.
· Computer literacy and familiarity with data management systems.
A competitive compensation and benefits package is available.
Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
RESUMES SHOULD BE SENT TO:
Alexander, Wollman & Stark
1835 Market St., Suite 2626
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: 267-256-0721
Fax: 267-256-0725
E-mail: Alexwollstark@aol.com
Filed under: Management, Non-Profit, Social Work.
PresenTense Group, Inc. seeks a Chief Financial Officer / Chief Administrative Officer (CFO/CAO) The CFO/CAO will be responsible for the organization’s finances and operations, while playing an integral part of the team for overall Group strategy.
Financial Reporting and Cash Flow Management:
Organizational Legal and Tax Compliance and Contract Negotiations:
Additional Job Duties:
Minimum Education and Experience:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Interaction with:
The PresenTense Group has offices in Jerusalem, Israel and New York City, New York. Ideally, the CFO/CAO would be headquartered out of one of the two offices of the Group – but the PresenTense Group is seeking the best person for the position before geographic location. For this reason, the CFO/CAO may work remotely, but will be expected to travel on a regular, monthly basis to visit PresenTense Group sites and interact with PresenTense staff.
The CFO/CAO is a full-time position with start-up hours; the CFO/CAO is expected to self-manage his or her time, such that organizational strategic goals are met through the course of work. Travel schedule will be determined by Group operations. At minimum, the CFO/CAO will be asked to travel to Jerusalem and New York on a Quarterly basis.
Filed under: Accounting, Administrative, Bookkeeping, Brooklyn, Financial, Human Resources, Management, NYC, Non-Profit, Queens, Travel, Westchester.
Title: Assistant Area Director
Travel: 35%
Summary: The Assistant Area Director (AAD) organizes, implements, and directs parlor meetings. In addition, the AAD is a critical part of the development staff responsible for the implementation of strategic engagement, acquisition of new gifts, support and retention of current AIPAC club members and planning club events and annual event in the San Diego community. Reports to the San Diego Area Director.
Qualifications/Skills:
The Assistant Area Director must possess the following skills:
Detailed Duties:
Filed under: Administrative, General, Management, Non-Profit, Office Work, Public Relations.
Sabon is a vibrant and successful company in the retail industry, with manufacturing and management facilities in Israel. The Logistics and Distribution Coordinator will work in the US office in NYC and assure the liaison with counterparts in Israel and in the US. The Logistics and Distribution Coordinator handles all processes involved in the supply chain, liaising with a variety of parties, including suppliers, vendors, manufacturers, franchisees and store managers.
Job Responsibilities:
Skills and Qualifications:
Salary: $35-40K plus benefits
Please apply here: http://www.golanconsulting.com/golan2008_056jobs_corporate.htm#CORP-0610-MR1
Filed under: Administrative, Job Categories, Job Locations, Management, Manufacturing, NYC, Technical.
Hi,
We are a UK based company that runs Jewish only speed dating events worldwide since 2003. We are currently seeking a part time (can be developed into full time in the future) manager to our NY branch. http://www.TheSpeedDating.us
Skills: Experience in Marketing & PR, Good knowledge of the internet, event management a plus, excellent social skills, presentable, accurate, responsible, reliable.
The roll involves running our current events in Manhattan, working towards expanding into other areas, liaising with various Jewish organisations, online marketing.
Please send through your CV and a recent photo.
We shall be interviewing candidates between 05/17 -05/21 in Manhattan.
The successful candidate should own a computer and printer, can work from home, flexible hours.
Filed under: Administrative, Advertising, Brooklyn, Commission Only, Computer, Customer Service, Entertainment, General, Hebrew Speaking, Internet, Journalism, Just Listed, Long Island, Management, Marketing, NYC, New Jersey, Part Time, Public Relations, Queens, Social Work, Telemarketing, Work from Home.
