Leading Edge

Role Description The Vice President of Marketing and Communications will be responsible for making our organization’s voice heard both internally and externally. They will strategically and consistently mobilize all of our channels for all audiences and stakeholders, creating scale for Leading Edge’s role as the central platform shaping talent, leadership, and culture across the Jewish nonprofit sector. This is a pivotal moment for Leading Edge. We are poised to significantly expand our reach and impact. This role will be central to translating that momentum into a clear, compelling narrative that engages the full ecosystem—from frontline professionals to major funders. Reporting to the Chief Strategy Officer and with the help of the existing team, this leader will establish and implement a comprehensive approach to storytelling, brand-building, digital strategy and field communications. This role will use operational best practices to turn data into compelling narratives and campaigns that engage non-profit professionals, executives, lay leaders, and funders in our work. Qualifications - 10+ years of relevant experience in marketing and communications, with at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership role - Demonstrated experience building and leading high-performing teams - Proven success leading brand-building and digital marketing initiatives within a nonprofit, mission-driven, or advocacy organization - Deep understanding of the nonprofit landscape — donor communication cycles, impact storytelling, and the intersection of development and marketing - Expert command of digital marketing channels and platforms; fluency with CRM and CMS systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot, WordPress), analytics tools (GA4), Google Ads, and email marketing platforms - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives for diverse audiences - Strategic thinker with strong execution skills — equally comfortable setting vision and rolling up sleeves to deliver - Pluralistic and inclusive approach to communications, attentive to the diversity of perspectives across the field and communities we serve - Strong stakeholder management skills with experience building relationships with diverse partners, funders, boards, and community leaders - Strong alignment with our mission and values, particularly regarding sector-wide talent, leadership, and workplace culture advancement - U.S.-based and authorized to work in the United States Requirements - Build, lead, coach, and grow a high-performing team, fostering a culture of creativity, accountability, and continuous improvement - Serve as a strategic partner to the Advancement team, aligning communications with donor engagement strategies and fundraising campaigns to maximize impact - Collaborate with Program, Impact, Office of the CEO, VP of Thought Leadership, and larger Strategy teams to amplify field-building work, thought leadership, and organizational milestones - Manage agency and vendor relationships, ensuring strong creative outcomes within budget - Develop team infrastructure: editorial calendars, production workflows, and communication standards that enable the team to operate at scale Benefits - 100% coverage for employees and 50% coverage for spouses and dependents for medical, dental, and vision - Retirement matching, wellness benefits, ample flex time, and a three-month paid parental leave - Generous professional development stipend

Role Description The Vice President, Operations and Analytics will serve as the organization's principal architect and steward of data-driven execution and technology. Reporting to the Chief Strategy Officer, this leader will transform organizational data, systems, and technology into actionable insight and high-impact operations — while ensuring that our performance story is told compellingly to funders, partners, boards, and the communities we serve. This role exists to ensure that strategy is consistently and effectively executed through disciplined implementation and rigorous analysis. The VP will build and lead a team of analytics and operations professionals, managing at least one direct report to start, and will serve as a cross-functional leader across the organization. Qualifications - 10+ years of relevant leadership experience, including at least 3 years managing cross-functional teams or direct reports in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment - Deep analytics expertise: demonstrated ability to design and manage integrated data systems, performance frameworks, and impact measurement infrastructure - AI and technology fluency: proven experience applying AI-enabled analytics, automation tools, and enterprise systems to advance organizational goals - Track record of external communication: experience presenting data and impact findings to boards, funders, government agencies, or public audiences with clarity and confidence - Equity-centered practice: demonstrated experience using disaggregated data to identify disparities and partnering with program or policy teams to drive more equitable outcomes - Strong alignment with Leading Edge’s mission and values, particularly regarding sector-wide talent, leadership, and workplace culture advancement. Requirements - Exceptional systems thinking — the ability to see how strategy, data, technology, and people connect and to design solutions that hold together over time - Strong execution orientation with a track record of translating complex plans into operational reality - Collaborative, cross-functional leadership style that builds trust and alignment across teams with diverse expertise - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to distill complex analysis into clear, actionable narratives for varied audiences - Deep commitment to the organization’s mission and the communities it serves - U.S.-based and authorized to work in the United States Benefits - 100% coverage for employees and 50% coverage for spouses and dependents for medical, dental, and vision - Retirement matching, wellness benefits, ample flex time, and a three-month paid parental leave - Generous professional development stipend

Role Description Leading Edge is working to embed a set of standards of excellence for Talent & Culture across the Jewish nonprofit sector. These standards will help organizations become healthier, stronger workplaces where people can thrive. A critical standard is fostering a culture of Constructive Dialogue: the ability to engage across differences productively, respectfully, and with integrity. In a polarized and complex environment, this capability is essential for effective leadership and strong organizational cultures in the field. This role supports an expanding area of work for Leading Edge. While currently structured as a part-time position, we expect the scope and nature of the work to continue evolving over time as we learn, grow, and assess organizational needs and opportunities. Core Responsibilities - Partnership & Relationship Management - Serve as the primary relationship manager between Leading Edge and the Constructive Dialogue Institute. - Cultivate a collaborative partnership that supports high-quality delivery and ongoing learning. - Ensure any additional training and support needs (e.g. train-the-trainer) are met by CDI. - Program Leadership & Implementation - Lead the rollout and implementation of the constructive dialogue training initiative across Leading Edge’s network. - Determine where content may need to be customized to ensure learning can apply to a range of audiences. - Oversee program timelines, logistics, communications, and participant engagement to ensure strong execution and progress toward initiative goals. - Partner with internal program leads to integrate constructive dialogue practices and content into existing offerings. - Identify opportunities to extend CDI learning into practical tools, resources, and experiences. - Determine and pilot additional ways to grow constructive dialogue skills across the field. - Help define how constructive dialogue shows up as a core component of Leading Edge’s talent and culture standards. - Field Engagement & Recruitment - Set and drive ambitious recruitment goals to engage Jewish nonprofit professionals in the program. - Partner with Leading Edge Outreach and Engagement team to identify organizations where constructive dialogue skills can have meaningful impact. - Learning & Evaluation - Monitor participation and program outcomes, gather participant feedback, and identify opportunities to strengthen the initiative over time. - Contribute insights about how constructive dialogue practices can support healthier workplace cultures across the Jewish nonprofit sector. Qualifications - Proven experience managing and building high-performing programs, partnerships, or initiatives. - A belief in and enthusiasm for the concepts of constructive dialogue and viewpoint diversity. - Strong project management and organizational skills. - Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. - Experience coordinating across multiple stakeholders or teams. - Experience and comfort with facilitating adult learning. - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, remote environment. - U.S.-based and authorized to work in the United States. Requirements - Experience in nonprofit, education, or mission-driven organizations. - Familiarity designing and/or delivering leadership development, workplace culture, or organizational learning programs. - Familiarity with the North American Jewish community and its nonprofit institutions and culture. - Experience managing partnerships with external organizations or vendors.