Union for Reform Judaism

Role Description The Union for Reform Judaism's (URJ) Development team seeks an Israel-based Development Coordinator to support the URJ's institutional fundraising efforts by coordinating grants from Israeli foundations, government ministries, and other institutional funders. Working closely with the Institutional Giving team, Israel leadership, Finance, Development Operations, and program staff, this role supports the full grant lifecycle for designated grants, from proposal development and submission through reporting, compliance, and stewardship. What You Will Do - Grant Development & Management: - Work with the Institutional Giving team, Israel leadership, and program staff to develop and submit grant proposals to Israeli foundations, government ministries, and institutional funders, including Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael-Jewish National Fund (KKL-JNF), Mosaic, the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs, and other Israeli governmental and philanthropic organizations. - Coordinate the full grant lifecycle, including letters of inquiry (LOIs), proposals, grant agreements, narrative and financial reports, stewardship activities, and grant closeout. - Prepare compelling grant proposals, reports, budgets, narratives, milestones, and supporting documentation in both Hebrew and English. - Track grant timelines, reporting requirements, deliverables, and compliance to ensure submissions are completed accurately and on time. - Work with program teams to support fundraising for the URJ's Israel strategy, programs connecting Israeli and North American youth, and informal Israel education initiatives. - Grant Administration & Operations: - Maintain accurate grant records, opportunity tracking, and reporting calendars in Salesforce and other organizational systems. - Work with Development Operations, Finance, Israel leadership, and program staff to develop proposals, budgets, and reports and ensure grant information and supporting documentation are accurate, complete, and maintained across organizational systems. - Organize grant files, correspondence, and supporting documentation to ensure records are complete, current, and accessible. - Provide coordination and operational support for institutional giving activities, including coordinating meetings, maintaining grant documentation, organizing correspondence, reviewing acknowledgements, and supporting the overall functioning of the Institutional Giving portfolio. Qualifications - You are an organized and detail-oriented development professional who enjoys managing multiple projects and deadlines. - You have experience preparing grant proposals and reports, coordinating across teams, and keeping complex processes moving forward. - You communicate effectively in both Hebrew and English and are comfortable working with colleagues across Israel and North America. - You are proactive, collaborative, and take pride in producing accurate, high-quality work. - You are equally comfortable writing grant narratives, tracking deadlines, maintaining records, and supporting colleagues to ensure successful grant administration. Keys to Success (the must-haves) - Organization & Project Management: You effectively manage multiple grants, competing deadlines, and reporting requirements while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. - Written Communication: You write clear, compelling, and accurate grant proposals, reports, and correspondence in both Hebrew and English. - Collaboration: You build productive working relationships with colleagues across Development, Finance, Israel leadership, and program teams to support successful grant submissions and stewardship. - Attention to Detail: You consistently produce high-quality work, maintain accurate grant records, and ensure proposals, reports, and supporting documentation are complete and compliant. - Initiative & Accountability: You take ownership of your work, anticipate needs, follow through on commitments, and proactively communicate progress and challenges. - Adaptability: You manage changing priorities and respond effectively to evolving funding opportunities and organizational needs. - Mission Alignment: You are motivated by the opportunity to support fundraising that advances Progressive Judaism, strengthens Israel-North America connections, and expands opportunities for Jewish learning and engagement. Requirements - Based in Israel and authorized to work in Israel. - Fluent in Hebrew and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills in both languages. - Experience preparing or managing grants from Israeli foundations, government ministries, or institutional funders. - Familiarity with Israeli institutional funders, including Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael-Jewish National Fund (KKL-JNF), Mosaic United, the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs, and/or other governmental or philanthropic organizations. - Experience supporting the grant lifecycle, including proposal development, reporting, budgeting, and compliance. - Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using Salesforce. Application Process Please apply online and include a resume and a one-page cover letter describing your interest in the role and how your experience aligns with the qualifications listed. We look forward to hearing from you!

Role Description The Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) is seeking a visionary and relational Assistant Vice President to help shape the future of Reform Jewish life at a pivotal moment for our Movement. This role will lead the design and execution of a bold, integrated strategy for leadership development and engagement experiences across generations. You will ensure that people of all ages are not only engaged in Jewish life but are inspired and empowered to lead it. As Assistant Vice President, you will build and scale transformative experiences that deepen Jewish identity, strengthen community, and mobilize leaders toward meaningful collective impact. You will oversee a dynamic portfolio of programs and convenings, aligning vision, strategy, and resources to achieve measurable outcomes while ensuring long-term financial sustainability. This is a rare opportunity to influence both what we do and how we work by advancing a “Team OneURJ” culture grounded in shared ownership, trust, collaboration, and accountability. You will also cultivate strategic partnerships that strengthen individuals, communities, and the broader Reform Movement. Qualifications - Proven experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives with measurable impact. - Demonstrated success designing and scaling leadership development experiences across diverse populations and life stages. - Experience managing teams and developing staff in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. - Strong financial acumen, including experience managing budgets and developing sustainable or revenue-generating programs. - Deep understanding of Jewish life, values, and the Reform Movement. - Exceptional strategic thinking, facilitation, and relationship-building skills. Requirements - Serve as a senior leader within Jewish Life & Leadership, shaping cross-departmental strategy, culture, and alignment. - Align vision, strategy, budget, and execution to ensure work advances organizational priorities and measurable, movement-wide impact. - Translate big-picture strategy into coordinated, actionable plans that mobilize staff, partners, and communities. - Build consensus across diverse stakeholders, fostering shared ownership and accountability for outcomes. - Cultivate and steward strategic partnerships with congregations, affiliates, organizations, and Movement leaders to expand reach and deepen impact. - Strengthen collaboration across URJ departments to ensure initiatives reinforce organizational health and long-term sustainability. - Provide strategic direction and oversight for programs and gatherings (e.g., Scheidt, Collab, Bootcamp, Intro to Judaism, Teen Fellowships, Jews of Color Network), ensuring they build a sense of belonging and Jewish identity in youth and adult leaders at every age and stage of development. - Lead the design and delivery of large-scale convenings that unite, inspire, and create inclusive spaces where participants feel valued, seen, and empowered. - Design, diversify, and steward a cohesive, cross-generational leadership ecosystem that fosters connection, identity, belonging, and purpose. - Oversee program budgets with discipline and foresight, ensuring financial sustainability through cost management, revenue generation, and strategic investment. - Champion a culture of experimentation and learning, where bold ideas are tested, refined, and scaled to meet the evolving needs of Jewish life. - Identify emerging trends and opportunities, positioning URJ as a leader in innovative Jewish experiences and leadership development. - Establish clear metrics for success and use data, feedback, and evaluation to drive continuous improvement and measurable impact. - Consistently evaluate and refine experiences to ensure alignment, relevance, impact, and future-facing growth. - Lead, develop, and support a high-performing team, fostering a culture of clarity, ownership, growth, and collaboration. - Provide coaching, feedback, and professional development to team members, building leadership capacity at all levels. - Oversee a significant portfolio of programs and resources, ensuring alignment between people, priorities, and impact. Benefits - Salary Range: $135,000 - $150,000 plus competitive benefits. - Full Time, Benefits Eligible; MNGT. Application Process Apply online and include a one-page cover letter along with your resume, outlining your skills and experience and how you meet the essential functions and qualifications of the position. We look forward to hearing from you!

Role Description The Union for Reform Judaism is seeking a strategic and execution-focused leader to serve as Associate Director, Program Delivery. This role is for someone with event leadership experience who thrives at the intersection of vision and operations, and who believes that how we plan and deliver programs directly shapes who feels seen, valued, and included. You will partner with program leaders across the organization to lead large and medium sized events, operationalize strategy, manage complex projects, steward budgets, and ensure every initiative delivers meaningful, accessible, and inclusive experiences aligned with our mission. If you love building structure, driving clarity, and creating environments where people feel a strong sense of belonging, this role is for you. What You Will Do - Lead Execution with Excellence - Lead planning and implementation of designated in-person, hybrid, and virtual programs and events. - Oversee logistics, vendor management, contracts, and procurement processes. - Coordinate timelines, staffing plans, and operational workflows to ensure successful delivery. - Anticipate risks, troubleshoot challenges, and maintain momentum across complex projects. - Translate Strategy into Action - Partner with program teams to convert strategic goals into detailed implementation plans. - Develop project plans that include timelines, staffing structures, logistics frameworks, and resource allocation. - Ensure alignment between program design, financial sustainability, and organizational priorities. - Drive Cost-Efficient Impact - Steward program budgets with strong financial oversight and accountability. - Identify smart, resource-conscious solutions without compromising participant experience. - Track and report on budgets, performance metrics, and ROI. - Conduct post-program evaluations to strengthen future delivery. - Center Belonging in Every Experience - Integrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging principles into program planning and execution. - Identify barriers to participation and implement practices that increase accessibility and representation. - Ensure program environments, vendor choices, communications, and logistics reflect inclusive values. - Collaborate with colleagues to embed belonging as a measurable outcome of program success. - Strengthen Cross-Team Collaboration - Serve as a trusted thought and operational partner to program leaders. - Build clear communication structures across departments. - Develop and refine systems, templates, and workflows that strengthen program planning and delivery. - Elevate organizational standards for program planning and execution. Qualifications - 5+ years progressive experience in event leadership and program implementation. - Proficiency with Cvent event management suite. - Experience managing budgets and stewarding resources. - Proven ability to lead complex events from planning through execution. - Experience integrating DEIB principles into program design or operations. - Strong written and verbal communication skills. - Nuanced understanding of project management principles. - Experience in nonprofit, educational, or mission-driven organizations preferred. - Familiarity with Jewish communal life or faith-based organizational contexts preferred. - Ability to lift up to 15 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodations. Keys to Success (the must-haves) - Ability to translate strategy into actionable implementation plans. - Strong project management skills across multiple complex projects. - Experience building cross-functional partnerships and influencing diverse teams. - Financial fluency and responsible budget management. - Ability to proactively identify risks and solve problems. - Commitment to integrating equity, accessibility, and belonging into operational decisions. - Ability to bring structure, clarity, and accountability to support teams. - Comfort leading in ambiguity and creating systems where none exist. Application Process Please apply online and include a resume and a one-page cover letter describing your interest in the role and how your experience aligns with the qualifications listed. We look forward to hearing from you!