Director, Women’s Philanthropy & Grants

The Combined Jewish Philanthropies; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The Miriam Fund Director at The Combined Jewish Philanthropies leads the grant review cycle, manages a volunteer network, and partners across departments to advance TMF and CJP programs in Greater Boston and beyond.

The role oversees fundraising, stewardship, and governance activities, with a focus on strategic grantmaking, accountability, and donor engagement, while practicing collaborative leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5-7 years in relational roles with executive-level management experience.
• 5 years experience developing and implementing strategies and managing grants.
• Experience managing committees, boards, and direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead TMF grant review process; set strategy and cycle timelines across standing committees.
• Oversee TMF membership recruitment, dues collection, and engagement activities.
• Balance TMF annual budget and oversee the quasi-endowment.
• Coordinate governance, communications, and meetings with executive and TMF committees.
• Plan and execute TMF events, grantee convenings, and volunteer leadership opportunities.
• Collaborate with CJP departments to align TMF with broader initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial acumen

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Miriam Fund Director at The Combined Jewish Philanthropies leads the grant review cycle, manages a volunteer network, and partners across departments to advance TMF and CJP programs in Greater Boston and beyond.

The role oversees fundraising, stewardship, and governance activities, with a focus on strategic grantmaking, accountability, and donor engagement, while practicing collaborative leadership.