Program Associate, JWB Jewish Chaplains Council

JCC Association of North America; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Eight paid legal holidays and up to 13

Paid vacation

Sick leave, family leave, medical, and

Retirement Plan

Job summary

JCC Association of North America is seeking a Program Associate for the JWB Jewish Chaplains Council in New York, NY. The role supports signature initiatives, recruits and engages Lay Leaders, and coordinates communications across partners.

The position emphasizes program development, collaboration with Military Lay Leaders, and advancing JWB's mission within the JCC Movement. Hybrid work in NYC with regular travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience preferred.
• Three to five years of experience in nonprofit program management, Jewish communal service, project management, communications, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of JWB signature initiatives, including Operation Summer Camp, JWB Passport, Gesher, JREP, Military Lay Leader support, and other programs.
• Coordinate program timelines, deliverables, participant communications, data collection, and reporting for successful execution.
• Monitor program outcomes and evaluate effectiveness through feedback and data analysis.
• Develop educational resources and engagement opportunities for the Lay Leader network.

Skills

Project management

Communications

Nonprofit program management

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM systems

Job description

Location and Job Title:

Program Associate, JWB Jewish Chaplains Council
JCC Association
520 8th Ave
#1204
New York, NY 10018

Principal Responsibilities:

JWB Jewish Chaplains Council(r) (JWB) honors Jewish service members in the United States armed forces, safeguards their rights, fulfills their spiritual needs, and combats loneliness and isolation. JWB fosters and promotes meaningful Jewish life for Jewish personnel active in the U.S. military, their families, and tens of thousands of Jewish veterans. JWB endorses Jewish chaplains to the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs, augmenting their resources and advocating on matters of policy. The Jewish Chaplains Council provides full support services to Jewish chaplains and administers ecclesiastical approval for chaplain candidates and Jewish lay leaders in the military and is the only organization that endorses chaplains from all streams of Judaism. For more information visit https://jcca.org/signature-programs-and-events/jwb/

The Program Associate reports to the JWB Director of Operations and plays an integral role in advancing JWB's strategic priorities through the implementation, growth, and promotion of the organization's signature initiatives. Working collaboratively with JWB staff, Jewish chaplains, Military Lay Leaders, JCC Association staff and JCC professionals, the Program Associate supports the development, execution, and evaluation of programs that strengthen Jewish life within the military community and expand JWB's reach throughout the JCC Movement.

Responsibilities:

Programs Management

• Supports the planning, implementation, and continuous advancement of JWB's signature initiatives, including Operation Summer Camp, JWB Passport, Gesher, JREP, Military Lay Leader support, and other signature programs.


• Coordinates program timelines, deliverables, participant communications, data collection, and reporting to ensure successful program execution.


• Monitors program outcomes and assist in evaluating effectiveness through participant feedback and data analysis.


• Identifies opportunities to strengthen existing programs and support the development of new initiatives that advance JWB's mission.

Military 'Lay Leader' Support and Engagement

• Supports the recruitment, onboarding, certification, training, and ongoing engagement & support of JWB Lay Leaders (Jewish military personnel who volunteer to assist Jewish service members with their Jewish life needs).


• Fosters meaningful relationships with Military Lay Leaders, serving as a resource and helping ensure they have the tools and support needed to successfully serve Jewish military communities.


• Assists in developing educational resources, communications, and engagement opportunities that strengthen the Lay Leader network.

Communications and Storytelling

• Assists in developing and implementing communication strategies that highlight the impact of JWB's programs and services.


• Creates content for newsletters, social media, the JWB website, presentations, and other communications that effectively tell JWB's story to donors, partners, military families, JCCs, and other stakeholders.


• Collects and organizes stories, testimonials, photographs, and program outcomes that demonstrate program impact.


• Collaborates with JCC Association's Marketing and Communications team on shared initiatives and organizational priorities.

Partnership Development and Outreach

• Supports efforts to strengthen relationships with JCCs, military installations, chaplains, Lay Leaders, community organizations, and other partners.


• Assists with expanding awareness and participation in JWB programs throughout the JCC Movement.


• Represents JWB professionally in meetings, conferences, trainings, and other events as appropriate.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range $65,000 to $70,000, annual


• Medical and dental insurance.


• Eight paid legal holidays and up to 13 paid Jewish holidays. In addition, the office closes early on the eve of three Jewish holidays.


• Paid vacation


• Sick leave, family leave, medical leave, jury duty leave and bereavement leave.


• Flexible benefit plan.


• Pre-tax salary deductions for transit.


• Short- and long-term disability.


• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, supplemental life insurance.


• Retirement Plan.

Additional Information

JCC Association staff currently work in a hybrid environment, working 3 days a week, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from our NYC office, Mondays and Fridays remotely.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience preferred.


• Three to five years of experience in nonprofit program management, Jewish communal service, project management, communications, or a related field.


• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.


• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.


• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.


• Experience developing communications and marketing content across multiple platforms.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and experience using databases and CRM systems.


• Familiarity with the North American Jewish community and an appreciation for JWB's mission. Experience working with military communities is a plus.


• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues and external partners.


• Willingness to travel occasionally, as needed.

Salary:

$65000