

Senior Director of Community Engagement and Partnerships
Jewish Federations of North America – Community & Jewish Life Division
Position Title: Senior Director, Community Engagement and Partnerships
Department: Community and Jewish Life
Location: New York preferred
About JFNA
The Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) consist of 141 Jewish Federations and dozens of Network communities which collectively raise and distribute more than $3 billion annually to support flourishing Jewish life and the needs of the Jewish people in their home communities and around the world. The Jewish Federation system, among the top 10 charities on the continent, leads the largest network of volunteer and professional leaders who build and sustain Jewish communities that are healthy, safe, caring, welcoming and inclusive, educated and engaged, involved in the broader community, and deeply connected to Israel and the global Jewish people.
Department Overview
The Community and Jewish Life Division drives bold initiatives that expand and reshape engagement in Jewish life across North America. This is done by working collaboratively with cross-organizational partners, including partnering with and supporting Federations, largely in their Jewish/community engagement and Jewish education efforts to scale models of excellence across the Federation system. Our work spans diverse focus areas – ranging from children and young families, teens, and young adults, to midlife (55+) and empty nesters, interfaith and mixed-heritage families, volunteerism, and mental health.
Community & Jewish Life is guided by two central priorities:
About the Role
The Senior Director of Community Engagement and Partnerships will lead JFNA’s efforts to strengthen collaboration across the Jewish communal ecosystem while providing strategic support to local Federations. This role serves as a central convener, connector, and thought partner – helping local communities design and grow initiatives that expand meaningful engagement in Jewish life, fostering collaboration and learning across North America, sharing fieldwide insights and models, and supporting national partners in deepening their work with local Federations.
Key Responsibilities
Partnerships & Collaboration
Field-Building & Learning
Federation Support & Thought Leadership
Who You Are
As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, JFNA celebrates and welcomes people of all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary range: $125,000-135,000, commensurate with experience. JFNA offers a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, FSA), defined contribution plan, generous vacation policy, paid legal and Jewish holidays, life insurance, parental leave, and flexible remote work practices. Our compensation philosophy strives to be externally competitive and internally fair. Additionally, we offer voluntary learning programs throughout the year in subjects of interest to our staff.
Federation Applicants
JFNA is committed to supporting local Jewish Federations and to identifying the best talent for the system. If a current Federation employee is hired for this role, we will work with the local Federation to ensure an appropriate timeline and communications strategy. We welcome confidential initial inquiries to learn more about the role; however, current Federation employees who move to a finalist round of interviews will be asked to communicate with the Federation about their candidacy.