VP, People Operations & Culture
About the role
About FIDF Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of the brave men and women of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Through the generous support of donors across the United States, FIDF provides educational, cultural, recreational, and social programs and facilities for Israel’s soldiers, veterans, and families. At FIDF, we are mission-driven, collaborative, innovative, and results-oriented. We seek talented professionals who are passionate about making a meaningful impact, committed to excellence, and inspired to support those who serve and protect the State of Israel. FIDF is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Vice President (VP), People & Culture, to join our team. Reporting to the Executive Vice President (EVP). The Vice President (VP), People & Culture, is a strategic C-suite executive responsible for leading all aspects of human resources and people operations across FIDF’s 185-person organization, spanning the US and Israel. Reporting directly to the EVP, the VP works in close partnership with the CEO, EVP, and other VPs to develop and execute a comprehensive, strategic HR program across FIDF’s national headquarters, international office, and regional chapter offices. The VP serves as a key architect of organizational culture, talent strategy, and workforce planning. Central to this role is advancing the One FIDF vision - unifying all offices under a shared culture, consistent people practices, and standardized employee experience that reflects FIDF’s mission at every level.
Responsibilities
- Work with the EVP and VPs to develop and implement a strategic HR program across national, international, and regional chapter offices.
- Translate organizational goals into actionable human capital strategies in alignment with executive leadership priorities.
- Lead org design and structural planning initiatives to