Position Overview:
As part of Federation’s model for building and sustaining a vibrant Jewish community, the Impact Department functions at the intersection of Federation’s community engagement, strategic planning and philanthropic grant-making, and vibrant Jewish life programming. The Impact team’s outputs are founded upon data-driven solutions designed to strengthen Jewish life in Greater Washington (DC, Maryland, Northern Virginia) and a flourishing society in Israel & Overseas.
The Impact Team Coordinator supports administrative and executive functions that drive efficiency and effectiveness for our department., This role is responsible for organizing and integrating information, supporting meetings and events, and managing data entry. This is a role that interfaces with our internal team of professionals, as well as key volunteers, lay leaders, and external partners.
Who you are:
A successful candidate will be highly motivated, detail-oriented, and possess sound judgement. You have a learning mindset, exhibit critical thinking skills, are resourceful and solutions-oriented, and have a positive, supportive attitude. You exhibit discretion in handling information with professionalism and are dependable and able to adapt to quick changes and shifting priorities.
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide high-level administrative support, including managing calendars, travel requests, filing structures, and other service requests
- Coordinate large cross functional meetings, events, and program registration and logistics
- Support the team with notetaking, receiving and filing team contracts and documents, and data entry
- Create, edit, and organize documents, reports, and spreadsheets
- Maintain databases and support internal customer relationship management (CRM) platform
- Develop reports and allocations communications, which may include grant letters and survey administration
- Provide administrative support for cross functional and cross departmental programs
Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 2-3 years of relevant experience
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work proactively and independently to achieve objectives of the position
- Comfortable with and open to learning new technologies
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite, particularly Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and
- Experience with customer relationship management (CRM) platforms preferred but not required
- Proven ability to work collaboratively and effectively with team members at all levels and external stakeholders
- Knowledge of the Jewish community, its customs, and practices preferred
Interested?
In building our professional team, Federation strives to model our vision of an inclusive community and vibrant future. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. We know that no applicant's experience will align 100% with the listed qualifications. Don't let that hold you back! We encourage you to apply and look forward to meeting you.
A People-Friendly Workplace
The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington is an equal opportunity employer offering a people-friendly environment, including:
- Excellent health care and retirement benefits
- Generous time off
- Hybrid work schedule
- Opportunities and an annual stipend for continued professional development
- Access to the JPRO Network, which connects, educates, inspires, and empowers professionals working in the Jewish nonprofit sector
Organizational Vision, Mission, and Function
The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington envisions an open, connected, and vibrant Jewish community that cares for each other, fosters Jewish learning and journeys, embraces Jewish peoplehood and Israel, and acts as a force for good in the world. As a mission-driven non-profit organization, we work to inspire, build, and sustain vibrant Jewish life in a changing world by mobilizing our community in common purpose, intentional innovation, and effective action.
Candidates should be located in or willing to relocate to the Greater Washington (DC, MD, and Northern VA) region. This is a hybrid position, with 3 days a week required in our headquarters.