Vice President, Information Technology

CJP - Combined Jewish Philanthropies; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Combined Jewish Philanthropies seeks a Vice President of Information Technology to lead a cross-functional team across IT, data, analytics, operations, and technology professions. The role owns CJP’s technology ecosystem, including business applications, data governance, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and user support, and will partner with senior leaders to execute a long-term technology roadmap.

This executive will drive digital transformation to strengthen decision‑making, improve employee

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.
• MBA with emphasis on Information Technology preferred.
• 10+ years building and leading technology functions.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure and SaaS-based applications.
• Strong collaboration with senior leaders across functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead long-term technology strategy and roadmap aligned with organizational priorities.
• Oversee technology ecosystem including applications, data, security, and operations.
• Partner with executive leadership to drive digital transformation and modernization.
• Ensure data governance, interoperability, and information security.
• Coach and develop a high-performing technology team.

Skills

Technology strategy

Leadership

Data architecture

Analytics

Cybersecurity

Enterprise applications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

MBA preferred

Job description

Vice President, Information Technology.

The Vice President will lead a cross-functional team of IT, data, analytics, operations, and technology professionals and will have responsibility for CJP’s technology ecosystem, including business applications, data and analytics, technical infrastructure, cybersecurity, end-user support, and technology operations.

Passion. Purpose. Impact. CJP is at the heart of Greater Boston's Jewish community, but our reach is felt around the world. Ranked by BBJ as Massachusetts’ largest non-profit organization – CJP is a philanthropic investor and mobilizer of people, resources, and skills that make a bigger difference locally and globally. We focus on making Jewish life and learning accessible to all individuals and families in Boston and beyond. We thoughtfully invest in the care and well‑being of all community members. And we provide stability and growth to nonprofit organizations and institutions that underpin our community. Our greatest resource is our people — the staff, volunteers, partners, and leaders who help make Greater Boston’s Jewish community a welcoming home. It’s this energy and commitment that drive CJP’s mission. We are one of Boston's oldest and most respected philanthropic organizations and we are currently seeking a Vice President, Information Technology. The Vice President will lead a cross-functional team of IT, data, analytics, operations, and technology professionals and will have responsibility for CJP’s technology ecosystem, including business applications, data and analytics, technical infrastructure, cybersecurity, end-user support, and technology operations.

Working closely with senior leadership and stakeholders across CJP, the Vice President will develop and execute a long-term technology roadmap aligned with CJP’s strategic priorities. This leader will play a critical role in advancing CJP’s technology infrastructure and platforms to improve organizational effectiveness, strengthen decision‑making, enhance the employee experience, and better serve CJP’s community.

The Vice President will also partner closely with teams across the organization to advance technology solutions supporting fundraising, community engagement, grantmaking, finance, marketing, and communications. The successful candidate will combine strong technical expertise with business acumen, sound judgment, and an ability to build trusted relationships across the organization.

CJP is not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Essential Functions

Technology Strategy and Leadership

• Develop and execute CJP’s long-term technology strategy and roadmap in alignment with organizational priorities and CJP’s multi-year strategic direction.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on technology, data, cybersecurity, digital transformation, and emerging technology opportunities.
• Assess CJP’s technology environment and identify opportunities to modernize systems, streamline processes, improve integration, and increase organizational effectiveness.
• Translate organizational needs and business challenges into scalable technology solutions.
• Establish priorities and allocate technology resources to areas of greatest organizational impact.
• Stay current on technology trends, emerging solutions, and best practices, particularly those relevant to nonprofit and philanthropic organizations.

Business Systems and Digital Transformation

• Lead the planning and implementation of integrated enterprise systems, including CRM, accounting, grants management, and other critical business applications.
• Plan, architect, and launch systems, applications, and processes that improve how CJP operates and enhance access to information and data.
• Ensure effective integration and interoperability among CJP’s core technology platforms.
• Partner with organizational leaders to define business requirements, evaluate technology solutions, and lead successful implementation and adoption.
• Identify opportunities to leverage automation, artificial intelligence, process redesign, and other technologies to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Partner with Development, Marketing, and other teams to support the technology components of CJP’s external-facing digital strategy, including integration between front‑end platforms and internal systems.

Data, Analytics, and Governance

• Provide strategic leadership for CJP’s data architecture, governance, integration, reporting, and analytics capabilities.
• Establish standards and processes that support data quality, integrity, accessibility, security, and responsible use.
• Strengthen CJP’s ability to use data and analytics to inform organizational decision‑making, measure outcomes, and understand organizational and community impact.
• Develop an analytics function that provides leaders with meaningful insights and accessible, reliable information.
• Partner across functions to improve data collection, reporting, and organizational adoption of data‑driven practices.

IT Operations, Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity

• Provide oversight and strategic direction for all aspects of IT operations, including infrastructure, cloud services, business systems, end‑user technology, data and analytics, cybersecurity, and technical support.
• Ensure a reliable, secure, responsive, and high‑quality technology experience for CJP employees.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive information security and cybersecurity program that protects CJP’s systems, information, and technology assets.
• Ensure appropriate technology‑related compliance with applicable legal, regulatory, and organizational requirements.
• Maintain effective technology business continuity, disaster recovery, incident response, and risk‑management practices.
• Oversee technology vendors, managed service providers, consultants, contracts, and other external partners.

Organizational Partnership and Continuous Improvement

• Build strong relationships with executive leadership, department leaders, and staff to understand organizational needs and develop solutions that advance their objectives.
• Collaborate across functions including Development, Finance, Marketing, Strategy, Operations, and other areas to support organizational priorities.
• Evaluate existing business and technology processes and establish a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Define and prioritize complex business challenges, identify potential solutions, and lead successful implementation and organizational adoption.
• Communicate technology strategy, priorities, risks, and progress clearly to executive leadership and, as appropriate, CJP's Board and committees.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, develop, and empower a high‑performing, service‑oriented technology team.
• Build an effective operating model that strategically leverages employees, contractors, consultants, and managed service providers.
• Establish clear goals, accountability, and performance expectations for the technology function.
• Coach and develop team members while building organizational capabilities, career development opportunities, and succession plans.
• Foster a collaborative, responsive, innovative, and solutions‑oriented culture.
• Strengthen technology fluency and capabilities across CJP by helping employees effectively adopt and use technology tools and systems.
• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree required with emphasis on computer science, information systems, software engineering, or other relevant field.
• A Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree with an emphasis on Information Technology is preferred.

Experience

• 10+ years’ experience building, leading, scaling, and monitoring a Technology function with an emphasis on Cloud infrastructure and SaaS‑based applications and services.
• Significant experience with cloud infrastructure, SaaS applications, enterprise systems, and modern technology environments.

Skills/Competencies

• Demonstrated experience developing and executing technology strategies aligned with organizational priorities.
• Experience leading complex systems implementations and technology transformation initiatives.
• Strong understanding of enterprise applications, data architecture, analytics, systems integration, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and IT operations.
• Demonstrated ability to assess a complex technology environment and develop and execute plans to improve operational effectiveness.
• Experience selecting, negotiating with, and managing technology vendors, consultants, and managed service providers.
• Proven experience leading and developing high‑performing technology teams.
• Strong project and program management capabilities, with experience managing multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.
• Demonstrated success partnering with senior leaders and sophisticated business users across functions such as fundraising, finance, marketing, strategy, and operations.
• Ability to quickly assess complex issues, establish priorities and make effective decisions in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate complex technology concepts to nontechnical audiences and senior‑level stakeholders.
• Experience working in a nonprofit, philanthropic, mission‑driven, or similarly complex organization is preferred.

Other

• Ability to travel as needed to events, conferences, etc.

Organizational Relationships/Scope

• Reports to Chief Financial and Administrative Officer. Has multiple direct reports.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid Work Schedule: CJP staff follow a hybrid work model. On‑site work is required on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, while remote work is an option on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays with occasional in‑person meetings on those days.
• Physical Requirements: This role involves remaining in a stationary position, often sitting or standing for prolonged periods, primarily working at a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Some evening, weekend, or off‑hours availability may occasionally be required in connection with critical technology implementations, system maintenance, or incident response.
• Inclusivity: We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for individuals of all abilities and backgrounds.

Summary

CJP provides a unique opportunity to leverage your skills, talents, and experience to benefit the greater good while fostering your professional growth. You will work in a dynamic environment with a diverse group of individuals who share your commitment and enthusiasm. Together, we make a difference for both Jews and non‑Jews in Greater Boston and worldwide. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive, family‑friendly work environment.

CJP Core Commitments

CJP is guided by our Core Values— Respect, Caring, Collaboration, Integrity, and Innovation— that ground our work and shape the culture we create together.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CJP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Accommodation Disclaimer

CJP is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for individuals of all abilities and backgrounds. We provide reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

CJP conducts background checks as part of the hiring process.