Director, Young Leadership Division
Job Description
Reports to: Director, Philanthropic Engagement
Employment Status: Full-time / Non-Exempt / Hybrid
The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and relationship-driven professional to serve as Director of the Young Leadership Division (YLD). This pivotal leadership role will spearhead our Federation’s outreach, engagement, and leadership development efforts focused on cultivating the next generation of Jewish community leaders and philanthropists in Miami.
The Director will provide visionary leadership to advance YLD’s mission as the primary “entry point” for young adults into the Greater Miami Jewish Federation community. This individual will be responsible for designing and executing innovative engagement strategies, overseeing a comprehensive annual campaign, and developing a pipeline of emerging volunteer leaders. The Director will work closely with Federation leadership, lay partners, community organizations, and national programs to strengthen Jewish identity, foster meaningful connections, and ensure a thriving future for Miami’s Jewish community.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Lead the strategic direction, visioning, and long-term planning for the Young Leadership Division, aligning goals with Federation’s mission and priorities.
- Continually assess and refine YLD’s engagement strategy, program offerings, and campaign initiatives to meet the evolving needs of Miami’s NextGen Jewish community.
- Direct and manage the Young Leadership annual campaign, including identifying, cultivating, stewarding, and soliciting new and existing donors.
- Develop and implement tailored donor engagement strategies with a focus on building lifelong philanthropicrelationships and leadership pipelines.
- Personally manage a significant portfolio of prospects and donors, conducting face-to-face solicitations andstewarding relationships.
- Recruit, train, and motivate a team of volunteer solicitors to actively participate in campaign efforts.
- Lead, inspire, and collaborate with a dynamic team of volunteer leaders, including the YLD Executive Co-Chairs, Executive Committee, and YLD Board.
- Foster a culture of leadership growth by identifying, mentoring, and advancing future leaders within YLD and the broader Jewish community.
- Supervise, mentor, and support a professional team including a Campaign Associate and Administrative Assistant.
- Create a collaborative, mission-driven, and outcomes-focused team culture.
- Oversee the strategic planning and execution of diverse engagement programs including social, businessnetworking, volunteer service, travel, and Jewish learning opportunities.
- Manage Honeymoon Israel program recruitment, pre-trip programming, and staff participation on trips.
- Coordinate and recruit for high-profile Federation events such as The Main Event, Lion of Judah, Sunset Over Miami, and other community-wide initiatives.
- Build and strengthen strategic partnerships with local organizations, national movements, synagogues, andcommunity stakeholders.
- Oversee operational aspects of the division, including budget development, event logistics, marketingcoordination, data management, and reporting.
- Utilize technology and Federation systems to track and evaluate engagement metrics, campaign progress, andleadership development outcomes.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in nonprofit management, Jewish communal service, business, or a related field preferred.
- 5-7 years of progressive professional experience in community organizing, donor development, fundraising, and volunteer leadership — preferably within Jewish communal organizations and/or with NextGen constituencies.
- Proven track record in strategic leadership, donor cultivation, and campaign management.
- Demonstrated ability to build, manage, and inspire volunteer and professional teams.
- Exceptional relationship-building, interpersonal, communication, and public speaking skills.
- Strong supervisory, organizational, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Ability to think creatively, problem-solve, and implement forward-thinking engagement initiatives.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a collaborative, team-based technology environment.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when necessary
- Strong familiarity with Jewish culture, history, and traditions preferred to support community engagement and cultural programming.
Compensation and Benefits
The Greater Miami Jewish Federation offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Group life insurance
- 401(a) & 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and 13–21 paid holidays annually
- Parental leave benefit
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Professional development opportunities
- A collaborative, mission-driven work environment
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.
This is a sedentary role; Physical requirement of being able to lift 15 pounds at times. The position primarily involves working at a desk, sitting for extended periods while using a computer, phone, or other digital devices.
Equal Opportunity Statement
As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation celebrates and welcomes people of all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, actual or perceived status as a victim of domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at [email protected].
About The Greater Miami Jewish Federation
Since 1938, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has been a unifying force for Jewish community-building and philanthropy. We work to enrich the quality of Jewish life in Miami-Dade County by bringing comfort and hope to the vulnerable and by investing in programs that build Jewish knowledge, identity and peoplehood ensuring the next generation of Jews.
The Annual Federation Campaign raises tens of millions of dollars each year to fund agencies locally including Jewish day schools, synagogue religious schools and Jewish community centers, as well as numerous social-service programs to care for those in need in Miami.
The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is always looking for dedicated professionals who share our values.
Thank you for considering a career with The Greater Miami Jewish Federation!
Application Process
Please submit your resume to [email protected]
