Executive Leader for Jewish Community & Philanthropy

Jewish Federations of North America; Town of De Witt (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jewish Federation of Central New York and Jewish Foundation of Central New York is seeking a dynamic Chief Executive Officer to lead both organizations, advance a shared vision for Jewish life, and strengthen financial resource development.

Reporting to dual boards, the CEO will oversee programs, operations, fundraising, communications, and stakeholder partnerships, while navigating two distinct missions and cultivating major gifts.

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience in a nonprofit/philanthropic or mission-driven organization.
• Ability to set and articulate a compelling vision and translate priorities into action.
• Strong fundraising and major gifts leadership track record.
• Experience building and guiding high-performing teams.
• Proven skill in engaging lay leaders and working with boards.
• Ability to navigate complex stakeholders with diplomacy.
• Meaningful knowledge of Jewish communal life and values.
• Robust financial, operational, and governance acumen.
• Experience guiding organizations through change or crisis.

Responsibilities

• Set strategic direction for both Federation and Foundation in partnership with their boards.
• Lead and develop programs, operations, finance, fundraising, communications, and administration.
• Balance fiduciary responsibilities while aligning shared goals.
• Foster meaningful board engagement and leadership development.
• Inspire and manage staff, cultivating a collaborative, high-performing culture.
• Strengthen fundraising systems, donor pathways, and financial sustainability.
• Represent the organizations to community partners and donors.
• Lead communications and external engagement to advance impact.
• Oversee financial stewardship and transparent budgeting.

Skills

Philanthropic leadership

Nonprofit leadership

Strategic vision

Team leadership

Board engagement

Community relations

Executive communication

Jewish communal life knowledge

Financial & operational mgmt

Diplomacy & judgment

Job description

The Jewish Federation of Central New York and Jewish Foundation of Central New York is seeking a dynamic Chief Executive Officer to lead both organizations, advance a shared vision for Jewish life, and strengthen financial resource development.

Reporting to dual boards, the CEO will oversee programs, operations, fundraising, communications, and stakeholder partnerships, while navigating two distinct missions and cultivating major gifts.