About the Role
The Director will play a key role in the Jewish & Israel Engagement team, shaping and leading initiatives that strengthen field-wide infrastructure while supporting programming and grassroots engagement efforts. This role is crucial for achieving UJA's strategic goals in fostering Jewish identity and participation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategies in core sectors such as Jewish summer camping, early childhood education, Part-Time Jewish education, Israel experiences, and engagement with older adults.
- Work with partner organizations, identifying gaps and opportunities, and supporting the field through convening, capacity-building, and strategic investments.
- Deepen UJA’s partnership with community lay leaders and bring together broader coalitions to address challenges and pursue new opportunities.
- Play a leadership role in guiding lay tables, fostering collaboration, and encouraging innovative thinking across the engagement ecosystem.
- In partnership with internal and external stakeholders, develop and manage a robust grantmaking portfolio.
- Define impact metrics and evaluate program outcomes.
- Work closely with program partners and philanthropic stakeholders to surface ideas, co-develop strategies, and ensure alignment with UJA’s long-term goals.
Requirements
- Undergraduate degree required, Masters degree an asset.
- 5-10 years’ Experience in Jewish engagement, education, or communal leadership.
- Passionate advocate and visible champion of UJA’s mission, values, and goals.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, including experience working with lay leaders and diverse partners.
- Experience in program development, planning, and grant management.
- Strong communication skills—written, verbal, and presentation.
- Deep knowledge of the Jewish community in Toronto and/or other major Jewish communities.
- Familiarity with best practices and emerging trends in Jewish engagement.
- Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of professional references and background checks including Social Media Account(s) and a Police Records Check/Vulnerable Sector Screening.
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Relationship-building skills
- Program development
- Program planning
- Grant management
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Presentation skills
Location
- Greater Toronto
Work Type
- Full-time
- Contract
- Hybrid work
Experience Level
- 5-10 years
Education Level
- Undergraduate degree
- Masters degree
Salary/Compensations
- $105,000 – $115,000 annually
Benefits
- Flexible work schedule
- Rich time off policy
- Offices closed on all Jewish holy days (yom tov)
- Early office closures to observe the Jewish Sabbath (Shabbat)
About the Company
- UJA Federation of Greater Toronto's vision is to lead the most vibrant Jewish community in North America.
- UJA Federation of Greater Toronto works to preserve and strengthen the quality of Jewish life in Greater Toronto, Canada, Israel and around the world.
- UJA advances its mission through fundraising, programs, and research focused on fighting poverty and improving well-being, growing Jewish education and identity, countering antisemitism and hate, and strengthening connections with Israel and Jewish communities worldwide.
Equal Opportunity
- UJA Federation supports a diverse candidate and employment experience.
- We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all communities.
- We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace.
- We adhere to barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
- Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
