Israel & Overseas Senior Manager

Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ; Whippany (NJ); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ is seeking a Senior Manager to oversee the Israel & Overseas department, managing daily operations, events, and program delivery. You will coordinate with Israel-based teams, Federation departments, and volunteers to advance Israel-related priorities and stewardship of lay leadership.

You will lead major events and initiatives, cultivate donor relationships, and ensure alignment across teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in nonprofit management or community program leadership.
• Experience with Israel-related engagement preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and donors.
• Strong organizational skills and database familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day work, priorities, coordination, and calendar of the Israel & Overseas NJ team.
• Lead the planning and implementation of major Israel-related events and community initiatives, including Yom Ha’atzmaut, Yom HaZikaron, Israel Parade and more.
• Develop and steward relationships with Israel & Overseas lay leaders, committee chairs, and other key volunteers.
• Staff relevant committees and work with volunteer leaders to develop agendas, priorities, and meaningful opportunities for engagement.
• Coordinate closely with the Israel-based team and other Federation departments to ensure alignment and collaboration.
• Work closely with FRD and JCF teams to share information, stories of annual allocations cycle and support designated giving efforts.
• Represent Israel & Overseas in internal and community meetings as needed.
• Oversee effective departmental processes, communication, follow-up, and coordination.

Skills

Leadership

Israel relations

Event planning

Community outreach

Donor relations

Public speaking

Job description

Location: Whippany, NJ

Salary: $110,000 + Benefits

Full Time - Hybrid: In office Monday, Tuesday and Thursday

About Us

Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ convenes and leads our community to strengthen Jewish life, care for those in need, and support Israel. We serve Essex, Morris, Sussex, Union, and parts of Somerset County, connecting people to resources and meaningful opportunities to engage.

Position Overview

Overseeing the daily operations of the Israel & Overseas department in Greater MetroWest NJ and supports the implementation of Federation’s Israel and global engagement priorities. The Senior Manager works closely with Israel & Overseas colleagues, Federation departments, community partners, and volunteer leadership, with responsibility for Israel-related events, budget, programs, and lay leadership stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day work, priorities, coordination, and calendar of the Israel & Overseas NJ team.
• Lead the planning and implementation of major Israel-related events and community initiatives, including Yom Ha’atzmaut, Yom HaZikaron, Israel Parade and more.
• Develop and steward relationships with Israel & Overseas lay leaders, committee chairs, and other key volunteers.
• Staff relevant committees and work with volunteer leaders to develop agendas, priorities, and meaningful opportunities for engagement.
• Coordinate closely with the Israel-based team and other Federation departments to ensure alignment and collaboration.
• Work closely with FRD and JCF teams to share information, stories of annual allocations cycle and support designated giving efforts.
• Represent Israel & Overseas in internal and community meetings as needed.
• Oversee effective departmental processes, communication, follow-up, and coordination.

Skills Needed

• Knowledge of the Greater MetroWest community andJewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ mission.
• Knowledge of Israel
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, oral and written.
• Eagerness to roll up sleeves to do whatever it takes to get the job done.
• Senseof curiosity and desire toidentifynew opportunities thatbenefitthe overall organization.
• Ability to think strategically about role and impact in community, ask thoughtful questions, follow through consistently, and manage multiple relationships with donors and colleagues in department & in Israel.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with volunteer leaders and colleagues across all areas of Federation.
• Understanding of/experience inFederationis helpful but is not essential.
• Comfortable interactingwith all levels of volunteers, donors, and staff.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Excellent organization, technology skills, and eagerness to learn and use database tools for donor follow-up. #LI-hybrid

Why work with us?

Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ serves one of the largest Jewish communities in NJ. Our employees contribute to our mission of strengthening Jewish life and identity and meeting basic human needs. We foster a collaborative, positive, and inclusive workplace culture where employees can work together to achieve common goals. Located on a beautiful campus, we are close to several major highways, dining, and shopping options. #LI-hybrid