Director of Affinities

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engagement strategies for affinity groups that support the overall community development work and goals of Federation.
• Identify emerging interests, trends, and gaps in engagement and create innovative programs to address them.
• Collaborate with lay leaders and colleagues across Federation to strengthen community connections and participation.
• Provide leadership and oversight for multiple affinity groups, including program planning, volunteer engagement, budgeting, and goal setting.
• Develop networking, educational, cultural, social, and community-building experiences that foster meaningful connections.
• Plan and oversee an annual signature event that brings together members of the target audience and strengthens community engagement.
• Work closely with Federation’s Events and Marketing teams to ensure successful program implementation and promotion.
• Evaluate program success through participation, feedback, and engagement outcomes.
• Lead the planning and implementation of boutique domestic and international travel experiences and other special initiatives.
• Ensure these experiences serve as pathways to deeper involvement in Federation and the Jewish community.
• Build and maintain relationships with community members, donors, prospective donors, and volunteer leaders.
• Meet regularly with constituents to understand their interests and connect them with meaningful opportunities for involvement.
• Identify and cultivate emerging volunteer leaders and partner with colleagues to place them in appropriate leadership roles.
• Participate actively in Federation’s Annual Campaign and fundraising efforts.
• Utilize programs and relationship-building opportunities to identify, cultivate, and steward donors.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Federation to support donor engagement and leadership development.
• Supervise and mentor department staff, including an Associate Director, Associate, and Administrative Assistant.
• Manage departmental budgets, resources, and annual goals.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture focused on excellence, accountability, and community impact.

Qualifications

• Strategic thinker with strong leadership and relationship-building skills.
• Natural connector who enjoys engaging people and building community.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, project management, and multitasking abilities.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and able to work independently.
• Positive, professional demeanor with strong customer service skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with social media and digital marketing tools.
• Ability to represent Federation professionally and enthusiastically within the community.
• Knowledge of and appreciation for the Jewish community, Federation, and the Jewish nonprofit sector preferred.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed to support programs and events (flex time provided).