Jobs
We believe in the mission of our work. We believe that together, we are able to accomplish something life-changing, both for ourselves and for those around us. We work as a team. And, those who join our team, become part of one of the most respected and valued Jewish organizations in the country.
The Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s Human Resources Development (HRD) is part of the Mandel Leadership Excellence Center and strives to find the best and the brightest individuals and develop them to their highest potential. HRD fulfills this role for both lay leadership and professional staff.
Open Positions
Associate, Women IN Philanthropy
This role will work as part of the Women IN Philanthropy (WinP) team (which is a Campaign division) with the goal of increasing women’s participation in the Campaign for Jewish Needs. As part of the WinP team, the successful candidate will manage specific elements of the Signature Event and the MaIN Event; WinP awards process; Impact365 Giving Society; Pomegranate Giving Society; K’sharim programming; other related projects including new WinP initiatives; and general Campaign projects and assignments. Additionally, this role will assist in the planning and execution of the WinP Coaching Circles program. The role will be part of the WinP Campaign team, managing Campaigners and soliciting prospects.
This position reports to the Senior Director, Women IN Philanthropy.
Director, International Experiences
The Director, International Experiences, oversees Jewish engagement opportunities for audiences 18-26, through local and international travel programs, primarily focused on Israel. Through supervision of the International Experiences Associate, the Director creates strategies to increase participation and ensure the successful facilitation of the entire International Experience portfolio, including Taglit Birthright Israel, Birthright Israel Onward, MASA programs, and other international programs in Israel and elsewhere to ensure Jewish college+ students are growing participation in international Jewish experiences.
This position reports to the VP, International Operations.
Director, Strategic Initiatives
The Director, Strategic Initiatives partners with the Managing Director, Community Relations and External Affairs to advance the Federation’s strategic external affairs priorities. This role focuses on building and strengthening relationships with stakeholders beyond the Jewish community; developing strategies to combat antisemitism and advance Jewish communal interests; implementing community mapping and outreach efforts; supporting advocacy, coalition-building, and public engagement; and helping activate the broader Jewish community and allies.
This position reports to the Managing Director, Community Relations and External Affairs.
Foundations and Family Philanthropy Officer
The Foundations and Family Philanthropy Officer position requires a dynamic individual with exceptional relationship and communication skills, strategic thinking abilities, and a deep understanding of the Jewish philanthropic landscape, including familiarity with Jewish communal organizations and funding priorities.
This position is full-time and reports to the Senior Director, Foundations and Family Philanthropy.
Major Gifts Development Officer
The Jewish Federation of Cleveland seeks a Major Gifts Development Officer to join its dynamic development team. This position is responsible for generating new and increased gifts that support the Federation and its programs, matching the philanthropic interests of identified donors with the mission and goals of Federation. These gifts, ranging from five to seven figures, will support annual and supplemental campaigns, as well as legacy giving initiatives. The officer will play a pivotal role in advancing the Federation’s mission by developing meaningful relationships with donors and fostering sustained engagement.
Managing Director, Enterprise Applications
The Managing Director, Enterprise Applications is a key partner to the CIO in defining and executing the organization’s technology strategy and guiding the on-going evolution of our business systems. The Managing Director is expected to work collaboratively with process / business owners, vendors, partners, leadership, and information technology staff to help ensure the enterprise applications align with the organizational vision, meet business needs, and are prioritized and implemented successfully.
This position reports to the Chief Information Officer.
PJ Library Parent Connector
(20 hours per month)
A successful PJ Library Parent Connector is warm, compassionate, and genuinely interested in getting to know new families. Their personal knowledge, experiences, and involvement in the Jewish community allow them to connect families to additional local program opportunities. A connector enthusiastically leads creative programs in Cleveland, tailoring to the interests of families.
Salesforce Specialist
The Salesforce Specialist supports the effective use, administration, and continuous improvement of Salesforce across the Jewish Federation of Cleveland. This role helps maintain data quality, reports and dashboards, support for end users, document processes, and reinforce consistent Salesforce practices across the organization. This position reports to the Senior Director of CRM Systems & Strategy.
Security Officer
JFC Security, LLC is looking for a dedicated and caring individual to be part of a growing, community-based security team. In this role, the Security Officer will work to provide a safe environment that is secure from outside threats for social service agencies, synagogues, schools and pre-schools within the Greater Cleveland Jewish Community. The Security Officer is expected to anticipate potential problems and respond to disturbances, prohibited conduct, and emergencies. These duties are performed either while assigned to a Mobile Patrol/Foot Patrol Unit or to a stationary post. This position reports to the Security Officer Supervisor for JFC Security, LLC.
Senior Associate, Community Planning
As Senior Associate, Community Planning & Allocations (CP&A), you will help shape the future of Jewish Cleveland by turning research into real community impact. You’ll support Federation’s priorities by identifying unmet needs, building relationships, and strengthening the organizations that sustain Jewish life - work that keeps our community vibrant, connected, and resilient.
Benefits of Working Here
- Affordable medical and dental insurance
- Paid vacation, holiday, and sick days
- 403(b) plan
- Life insurance
- Long term disability
- Wellness programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
We offer an environmentally friendly workspace
Our building is Gold Standard LEED-Certified and we have staff initiatives to reduce our carbon footprint. From our water fixtures to our solar panels, our building was designed with the environment in mind. Our goal is to be zero-landfill, and so we recycle and compost all of our waste. If you like to bike to work, we offer special secure indoor bike parking - we even have front-row spots for our carpooling employees! Helping make the world a better place is part of our culture.

