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NFTY Program & Engagement Manager 

Location: Remote, In-person meetings, as needed, RETREATS 

Organization: Union for Reform Judaism 

Employment Type: Full Time, Benefits Eligible, Exempt, MNGT  

Department: Leaders in Action 

Reporting to: Director of Integrated Program Implementation & Business Management  

Start Date: January 1, 2025 

Salary Range: $70,000 - $75,000 plus competitive benefits package 

Level/Salary Grade: Subject Matter Expert (Intermediate) / C

The Role 

The Union for Reform Judaism’s Leaders in Action Team seeks an enthusiastic, dynamic NFTY Program and Engagement Manager to play a key role in advancing the North American Federation of Temple Youth (NFTY) and shaping the future of the Reform Jewish youth movement. This vital role will drive innovative programming, deepen teen engagement, foster cross-regional collaboration, and streamline internal operations to enhance the effectiveness and impact of NFTY across North America. The NFTY Program and Engagement Manager will be at the forefront of creating meaningful experiences that resonate with teens and young leaders, helping them grow in their Jewish identity and leadership capabilities. 

What You Will Do 

Reporting to the Director of Integrated Program Implementation & Business Management, the NFTY Program & Engagement Manager will: 

Event Planning & Youth Engagement  

• Oversee the design, implementation, logistics, budgeting, and staffing of NFTY's flagship event (The Collab), focused on teen leadership and community building.  

• Facilitate planning for NFTY and URJ Camp events, during the school year, engaging regional NFTY teen boards and adult regional mentors while providing resources for effective execution. 

• Develop strategies to enhance teen participation in national and regional events and create innovative programs that resonate with NFTY's mission.  

• Execute NFTY's social media strategy, creating engaging content to showcase programs and foster an active online community. 

Mentorship & Support 

• Act as the primary liaison to the NFTY North American Board (NAB), mentoring teen leaders and facilitating board meetings. 

• Guide regional boards in leadership and collaboration with local congregations, ensuring program consistency and quality. 

• Supervise three regional mentors, supporting community building and alignment with NFTY's goals. 

• Oversee NFTY NAB election process.  

Integrated Operations 

• Partner with URJ teams to integrate NFTY with justice initiatives, camps, and low-barrier-to-entry experiences.  

• Ensure NFTY’s messaging and branding are accurate and meaningful across the URJ. 

• Support the incorporation of justice initiatives, camp programs, and youth wellness into NFTY activities. Support URJ org-wide priorities.  

Who You Are & Keys to Success (the must-haves): 

To be successful in this job, you excel in the following areas: 

• Youth Engagement & Mentorship: Expertise in developing and implementing strategies to recruit and engage teens, ensuring programs align with their interests and values. Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with teens, stakeholders, and regional boards. Capacity to mentor teen leaders and regional mentors, fostering leadership development and community building. Ability to build meaningful relationships with teens and adult leaders, and you thrive in an environment that values flexibility, creativity, and continuous improvement. 

• Event Planning: Strong organizational skills to design and execute large-scale events, including budgeting and logistics management. Ability to analyze and assess programming effectiveness, making data-driven adjustments to improve outcomes. 

• Social Media: Proven experience managing social media platforms, creating engaging content, and enhancing online community engagement to build a vibrant NFTY presence. 

• Self-Management & Accountability: Strong ability to assess priorities and manage time effectively to meet goals while ensuring personal well-being. Competence in establishing SMARTIE goals aligned with organizational objectives and collaborating with management for clarity. Skill in articulating needs and challenges clearly to foster a transparent and collaborative environment. Commitment to maintaining respectful communication and timely responses to colleagues and stakeholders. Initiative in regularly accessing organizational updates and essential information to stay informed and effective. High-level of emotional intelligence. 

• Collaborative Teamwork: Ability to work with diverse teams to achieve shared goals, ensuring clarity in roles and responsibilities. Proficient in scoping projects and using frameworks like MOCHA to define purpose, outcomes, and accountability. Skill in managing time and resources to meet commitments on schedule and within budget while addressing challenges respectfully. Willingness to learn about the broader organizational context and strengthen collaborative initiatives. Capacity to connect people and ideas to identify and implement opportunities for enhancement across teams. Skill in valuing diverse perspectives to develop comprehensive solutions and foster a culture of inclusion. 

• Commitment to Racial Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (REDI): Experience in or willingness to create equitable, diverse, and inclusive environments that foster a sense of belonging. Proficient in seeking and incorporating diverse viewpoints in decision-making processes to promote innovation. Ability to prioritize efforts to engage multi-racial and marginalized communities effectively. Willingness to apply a REDI framework in planning and budgeting processes to support fair initiatives. Skill in implementing and upholding shared agreements that advance Racial Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. 

About Us 

​​Every team member at the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) plays an essential role in our mission to create a whole, just, and compassionate world. Our team is creative, thoughtful, and innovative. Each member of the team is empowered to make meaningful contributions to achieving our shared goals. Our diverse team is made up of individuals with different skills and backgrounds and every team member is willing to take risks as well as take action to develop and create big ideas for the future of the Reform Movement. While this position focuses on a particular area of work, every team member is a vital part of our overall success.   

​The Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) provides vision and voice to build strong communities that, together, transform the way people connect to Judaism and change the world. We acknowledge that due to racism, ableism, homophobia, and other forms of oppression, that our communities are not whole until everyone experiences a sense of belonging within the Jewish community. As the largest Jewish movement in North America, we stand for a Judaism that is inclusive and reflective of a wide range of identities and accept the responsibility of dismantling oppression both inside and outside of our communities. Through camping, youth experiences, programs, information sharing, and networking opportunities, our over 850 congregations and 14 residential camps create opportunities for our communities to enhance their capacity to build and expand community, engage in meaningful and authentic Jewish life, deepen Jewish learning, energize worship, pursue social justice and develop inspired leadership. Together, our employees and stakeholders, are creating Reform Judaism of today.​ 

Application Process 

Apply online and include a one-page cover letter along with your resume, outlining your skills and experience and how you meet the essential functions and qualifications of the position. We look forward to hearing from you!     

The URJ strives to be a welcoming and inclusive environment that acknowledges diversity as a critical strength. We promote strenuous policies and practices of equal opportunity and diversity, equity, and inclusion. It is our objective to recruit, hire, and retain the most qualified individuals including those of any race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Our equal employment philosophy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, job benefits, and terminations. The URJ encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+, and other often underrepresented groups.