Community Relations Associate

About the Federation:

The Jewish Federation of Broward County strives for excellence.  We cultivate an inclusive space where all feel welcome, celebrated, and contribute meaningfully to our shared vision.   At the Jewish Federation of Broward County, you can be part of one of the most effective non-profit organizations in South Florida.  Our mission is to mobilize the Jewish Community to provide leadership and financial resources that strengthen and enhance Jewish life in Broward, Israel and worldwide. 

About the Position:

The Community Relations Associate plays a vital role in advancing the mission of the Jewish Federation by supporting the work of the Jewish Community Relations Council. This position focuses on building and maintaining relationships with diverse community partners, advocating for Jewish communal interests, promoting social justice, and combating antisemitism and all forms of hate. The Associate will help implement strategic initiatives, coordinate programs, and support advocacy efforts at the local, state, and national levels.

What You Will Be Doing (Principal Duties/Responsibilities/Tasks of the Role, Typical Day):

Community Engagement & Coalition Building

• Cultivate relationships with interfaith, interethnic, civic, and governmental partners.
• Represent the Federation and JCRC at community events, coalitions, and public forums.
• Support initiatives that promote mutual understanding and shared values.

Advocacy & Public Policy

• Assist in monitoring and analyzing public policy issues relevant to the Jewish community.
• Support advocacy campaigns on issues such as antisemitism, Israel, civil rights, and social justice.
• Help coordinate legislative visits, advocacy days, and community mobilization efforts.

Education & Programming

• Plan and implement educational programs, speaker events, and community dialogues.
• Develop content and materials for public education on key issues.
• Support Holocaust education and antisemitism awareness initiatives.

Communications & Outreach

• Draft newsletters, social media content, and advocacy alerts.
• Maintain relationships with media and help coordinate public statements and op-eds.
• Collaborate with internal departments on messaging and branding.

Administrative & Strategic Support

• Provide logistical and administrative support for JCRC meetings and events.
• Assist in tracking program metrics and preparing reports.
• Contribute to strategic planning and grant writing as needed.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor's degree in political science, Jewish Studies, Public Policy, or related field (master's preferred).
• 2–4 years of experience in community relations, advocacy, or nonprofit work.
• Strong understanding of Jewish communal values, history, and contemporary issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships across diverse communities.
• Passion for social justice, civic engagement, and Jewish communal life.
• Familiarity with legislative processes and public policy.
• Experience with event planning and program coordination.
• Knowledge of Israel affairs.
• Proficiency in social media and digital communications tools
• Occasional evening and weekend availability required for events and urgent communications needs.

Benefits

The Jewish Federation of Broward County is an equal-opportunity employer offering a people-friendly environment. The benefits of this position include a full suite of medical benefits, up to 3% retirement contribution; competitive paid time off and parental leave; opportunities for professional development; and a work culture that pairs high expectations and accountability with significant flexibility.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, or responsibilities associated with the position.