Impact CEO for Jewish Community & Foundation – Ann Arbor

The Jewish Federations of North America; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance reimbursement

Retirement plans

Disability coverage

Life insurance

401(k) employer match

Job summary

The Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor seeks a visionary CEO to lead its mission of fostering a thriving Jewish community in Washtenaw County and beyond. You will partner with the Board, develop strategy, and steward resources.

You will oversee fundraising, endowment growth, and programs, while serving as a chief ambassador to donors, partners, and civic leaders. The role demands integrity, collaboration, and a track record of sustainable impact.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated executive leadership at a nonprofit or community foundation.
• Proven track record in major donor cultivation and endowment growth.
• Experience leading fundraising campaigns and strategic planning.
• Strong governance, finance oversight, and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to the Board, staff, and broader community by developing a forward-looking vision.
• Recruit, lead, and evaluate a high-performing team with mentorship and accountability.
• Lead fundraising strategy including annual campaigns, major gifts, and endowment growth.
• Strengthen partnerships with organizations and community leaders to foster collaboration.
• Oversee financial stewardship and budget development with transparent reporting.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Fundraising

Donor relations

Governance

Communication

Job description

The Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor seeks a visionary CEO to lead its mission of fostering a thriving Jewish community in Washtenaw County and beyond. You will partner with the Board, develop strategy, and steward resources.

You will oversee fundraising, endowment growth, and programs, while serving as a chief ambassador to donors, partners, and civic leaders. The role demands integrity, collaboration, and a track record of sustainable impact.