Director, Leadership Engagement

Jewish Nevada; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ADL is seeking a Director of Leadership Engagement in New York (hybrid, 3 days in office). You will oversee volunteer governance for the National Commission and Global Leadership Council, and manage young leadership programs including GLI and ADL ACT.

The role requires a track record in nonprofit leadership, board/volunteer management and program development, with a strong emphasis on culture of philanthropy and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

• Subject matter expert on volunteer (lay leader) engagement and management.
• High level of curiosity, ability to problem-solve, troubleshoot, and work independently and in a dynamic team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively partner with a diverse group of leaders, staff and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overarching engagement strategy for the National Commission (NC) and Global Leadership Council (GLC). Partner directly with NC, GLC and committee chairs to manage national-level engagement, deliver targeted membership benefits, and cultivate a strong culture of philanthropy among volunteer leaders.
• Direct strategy and proactive marketing for all leadership tiers, including young/emerging leadership programs (GLI and ADL ACT). Design and execute integrated outreach campaigns that drive awareness, growth and a robust pipeline of leadership talent and engagement.
• Oversee the complete volunteer journey—from onboarding to reboarding initiatives to streamlining engagement opportunities, bridging national and regional engagement for a cohesive volunteer experience across the organization.
• Drive the national volunteer engagement strategy by activating leadership committees (NC/GLC) and ensuring alignment between volunteer leaders, the National Board Chair, and senior executives.
• Cultivate the next generation of volunteer leaders by spearheading marketing, training, programming and mentorship for GLI and ADL ACT.
• Collaborate on signature leadership conferences and global missions with strong project management and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Volunteer engagement

Leadership

Problem solving

Customer service

Team collaboration

Stakeholder partnership

Education

BA/BS or equivalent experience

Job description

Director, Leadership Engagement

Overview

POSITION TITLE: Director, Leadership Engagement

REPORTS TO: VP, Leadership

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Senior Associate Director

LOCATION: New York, NY (CSC) Preferred, or anywhere ADL has an office

Grade/Class: Grade H, Exempt, PSA-Eligible

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

ADL is the leading anti-hate organization in the world. Founded in 1913 to protect the Jewish people, ADL works to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and secure justice and fair treatment to all. In the face of rising antisemitism and extremism, we protect, advocate, and educate, through a mix of programs and services using the latest innovations and technology, and seek to create a world without hate. More at www.adl.org.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Director of Leadership Engagement (Director) is responsible for the oversight, innovation and general management of ADL’s premiere volunteer (lay leader) engagement bodies, the National Commission (NC) and the Global Leadership Council (GLC). They also oversee ADL’s young leadership opportunities, including ADL ACT and Glass Leadership Institute (GLI). This role ensures that all engagement bodies are approached strategically, methodically and in alignment with the goals of ADL, and provide a meaningful and hands‑on experience for our leaders, while supporting and enhancing ADL’s culture of philanthropy.

Responsibilities

Primary:

Strategic Volunteer Governance & Philanthropic Engagement

• Lead the overarching engagement strategy for the National Commission (NC) and Global Leadership Council (GLC). Partner directly with NC, GLC and committee chairs to manage national-level engagement, deliver targeted membership benefits, and cultivate a strong culture of philanthropy among volunteer leaders.

Leadership Pipeline Development & Targeted Marketing

• Direct strategy and proactive marketing for all leadership tiers, including young/emerging leadership programs (GLI and ADL ACT). Design and execute integrated outreach campaigns that drive awareness, growth and a robust pipeline of leadership talent and engagement.

Enterprise Alignment & Volunteer Lifecycle Management

• Oversee the complete volunteer journey—from directing comprehensive onboarding and reboarding initiatives to streamlining engagement opportunities. Assess and implement strategies that bridge national and regional engagement, ensuring a cohesive and highly activated volunteer experience across the organization.

Secondary:

Strategic Volunteer Governance & Executive Alignment

• Drive the national volunteer engagement strategy by activating leadership committees (NC/GLC) and ensuring deep, ongoing alignment between volunteer leaders, the National Board Chair, and senior executives to advance organizational advocacy and mission goals. Innovate committee structures as needed to maximize meaningful, active participation.

Leadership Pipeline & Programmatic Engagement

• Cultivate the next generation of volunteer leaders by spearheading comprehensive marketing, training, programming and mentorship initiatives for key pipeline programs (GLI and ADL ACT).

Signature Events & Operational Excellence

• Collaborate on the strategic curation and execution of flagship leadership conferences and global missions. Ensure rigorous project management frameworks and strong cross‑functional collaboration to deliver seamless, high‑impact programmatic experiences.

This job description provides a general overview of the role and its key responsibilities. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, and ADL reserves the right to assign additional tasks as needed.

Qualifications

Skills:

• Subject matter expert on volunteer (lay leader) engagement and management.
• High level of curiosity, ability to problem‑solve, troubleshoot, and work independently and in a dynamic team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively partner with a diverse group of leaders, staff and vendors.
• Commitment to customer service.
• Highly flexible, nimble and able to prioritize multiple projects and shifting priorities.

Attributes:

• Committed to contributing to a culture where everyone thrives
• Collaborative team-player.
• Creative and innovative; takes initiative.
• Results‑oriented – a problem solver (versus a problem identifier)
• Excels in dynamic environments that require adaptability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Energized by ADL’s mission and work

Work Experience:

• The ideal candidate has significant years’ experience leading and developing internal and external teams in development, board/volunteer management, marketing or general management.
• Experience in a non‑profit organization working on or with a board of directors is essential.
• Experience in organizational change management is a plus.

Education:

• BA/BS or equivalent experience is essential.

Work Environment:

• ADL is a hybrid environment; this role requires 3 days in the office.

Compensation:

• This position has a salary range of $115,000 to $130,000. This salary range is reflective of a position based in New York, New York. Please note that actual salaries are commensurate with experience and reflect the budget for a given position, and since ADL has a location‑based compensation structure, there may be a different range for candidates in other locations. For an overview of our total rewards package, please visit https://www.adl.org/about/careers.

ADL aims to create a working environment where every employee can thrive professionally. Our mission‑driven work is best accomplished in an environment that supports belonging and inclusion. ADL values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages people of all races, religions, nationalities, genders, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply. ADL is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, promotions and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment shall be maintained in a manner which does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or military status, or in violation of any applicable Federal, state or local laws.

ADL will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation to support the interview process, please contact the People & Culture department at [e-mail].

ADL will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable State, Local, and Federal laws.

The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job, nor is it to be interpreted as a contract for employment.