Manager/Sr. Manager, Leadership Development

Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund

Manager of Leadership Development connecting the next generation of Jewish philanthropic leaders with community engagement opportunities. Focus on designing and facilitating programs to deepen connections with the Federation and Jewish community.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $102,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

As the largest funder of Jewish causes in California, connect donors, changemakers, and community partners.
Design, facilitate, and execute programs for the next generation of Jewish philanthropic leaders.
Identify, cultivate, and recruit emerging leaders into Federation programs and national opportunities.
Facilitate cohort-based leadership experiences and serve as the primary liaison to national partner organizations.
Manage an active program budget and report to the Senior Director, Leadership Development.
Create and maintain relationships with program participants and alumni for engagement opportunities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
5+ years of experience in leadership development, community engagement, philanthropy/development, or a related field
Genuine relationship-builder with the warmth and credibility to connect with individuals ages 30–50
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be comfortable with public speaking
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously without losing quality
Experience with or strong familiarity with the Jewish communal ecosystem
Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends, as that is when participants are available and events take place
Ability and willingness to travel two to three times per year, including to international destinations, in support of immersive program experiences
Demonstrated expertise in group facilitation: the ability to hold a room, create psychological safety, move a group from conversation to committed action, and facilitate deliberation and grantmaking processes
Strong program design skills, with experience building or co-building cohort-based or experiential programs
Familiarity with JFNA national programs: Young Leadership Cabinet, Wexner Heritage, Women’s Philanthropy, and related offerings
Experience working with CRM systems such as Salesforce
Background in adult education, Jewish education, or organizational development
Experience working with volunteer committees or lay leader-driven groups
Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, equity, and belonging within Jewish communal life
Access to reliable transportation for evening and weekend program events across the Bay Area.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent benefits — medical, dental, vision, vacation, sick pay, holidays (including Jewish), and retirement plan.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Program ManagementProject ManagementCohort-Based Program DevelopmentPublic SpeakingAdult Education

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsInclusivity and Equity Commitment