About UJA Federation of Greater Toronto

At UJA Federation of Greater Toronto, our vision is to lead the most vibrant Jewish community in North America - a community characterized by its diversity, unity, compassion, generosity and commitment to Jewish values.
Together with our philanthropic,volunteerandprofessional leadership, were changing
lives.

As one of North Americas leading Jewish non-profits, UJA Federation of Greater Toronto works topreserve and strengthenthe quality of Jewish life in Greater Toronto, Canada, Israel and around the world.UJA advances this mission through fundraising, programs, and research focused on our strategic pillars: fighting poverty and improving well-being, growing Jewish education and identity, countering antisemitism and hate, and strengthening connections with Israel and Jewish communities worldwide.

About the Opportunity

The Integrated Development team is looking to hire a dynamic
Director, Community Mobilization (Countering Antisemitism and Hate)
to engage the community and grassroots organizations in a concerted and strategic plan to battle against antisemitism and hate against our Jewish community. This new strategy will include the need to;

• Foster meaningful engagement focused on countering antisemitism
  with community members, grassroots organizations, allies, and UJA staff by aligning action-oriented opportunities with their values and interests.

• Curate accessible, relevant opportunities
  such as volunteer initiatives, advocacy trainings, and educational events
  to build an active and informed network of activists.

• Collaborate with grassroots groups and allied organizations to create meaningful touchpoints for involvement.

• Steward long-term relationships with engaged individuals and organizations through thoughtful communication, recognition, and development.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Partner with the Vice President, Community Mobilization to develop the vision and strategic plan to leverage
  community mobilization as part of a core strategy in countering antisemitism and hate.

• Work in concert with the broader Community Mobilization team to look for joint strategies best engage and grow volunteerism within the broader Toronto Jewish community.

• Own the operational elements of the Community Mobilization (Countering Antisemitism and Hate) team (manage budget, key metric tracking, progress reporting, grassroots reach out,
  etc).

• Design and curate a portfolio of programs and experiences, from hands-on volunteer opportunities to speaker series and trainings, that activate participation and build lasting relationships.

• Support the growth of a grassroots
  training and leadership pipeline, mentoring and equipping emerging advocates with the tools to lead within their communities.

• Track engagement metrics and feedback, using data to inform strategy and strengthen community connections.

• Provide support, resources and strategic guidance to activists in support of the larger Countering Hate and Antisemitism objectives.

Qualifications:

• Relevant Education or equivalent experience

• 10+ years in community based roles.

• Political experience
  highly recommended

• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to quickly build rapport with colleagues

• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities in a busy environment

• Advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel and associated functions

• Willingness and ability to learn additional applications and platforms as needed

• Knowledge of Salesforce an asset

• Proactive with excellent organizational, prioritizing and time-management skills

• A self-starter able to leverage his/her knowledge, skills and experience to manage complex change from start to finish

• Ability to manage complex projects and budgets, working collaboratively with staff as well as with multiple stakeholders to deliver results

• An ability to think strategically and critically

• Strong problem-solving, decision-making and analytical capabilities with excellent attention to detail

• Enthusiasm, creativity, innovation and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Maintain a high degree of discretion and confidentiality

*This is a full-time permanent position.As UJA currently operates on a hybrid basis. Please note that UJAs offices are closed on all Jewish holy days (yom tov) and the Jewish Sabbath (Shabbat).

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume.Only those applicants invited for interview will be contacted. Please be advised that all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of professional references and background checks including Social Media Account(s) and a Police Records Check/Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility:

UJA Federation supports a diverse candidate and employment experience. We are proud of our dynamic professional team, which reflects the diversity of the Jewish community and general community alike in Greater Toronto. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all communities. We encourage you to follow us to get regular updates on open roles. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and believe this is essential to ensure that every member of our team can thrive.

We adhere to barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.