Board Relations & Governance Executive Fellow
About The Position
The OU Executive Fellowship is a 10-month professional development program for a selective cohort of post-college Jewish adults eager to explore and invest in initiatives that service the Jewish community – locally and globally. The Fellowship experience is full-time, paid, and blends OU department-specific work with cohort-based, hands-on learning opportunities beyond the walls of Headquarters. The Fellowship runs from September 1, 2026 – June 24, 2027. The Board Relations & Governance Fellow will support the work of the OU’s Board of Directors and lay leadership at a pivotal moment, including preparation for the OU Convention in February 2027, when the next Board of Directors will be nominated and confirmed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- Strong writing, organizational, and analytical skills
- High level of discretion, professionalism, and attention to detail
- Interest in nonprofit governance, leadership development, or Jewish communal service
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with the Orthodox Jewish community is strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Actively support meetings of the OU Board of Directors, Executive Committee, and select committees
- Assist with preparation of board materials, agendas, briefing documents, and meeting logistics
- Draft internal summaries, background memos, and leadership materials for senior staff and lay leaders
- Track board actions, resolutions, attendance, and follow-up items
- Support governance processes related to the Board Leadership Accelerator, including: Governance policy review, Maintaining accurate records of board membership & committee participation
- Assist with planning and coordination related to the OU Convention and board transition process, including: Board member nomination and vetting, Leadership onboarding materials, Delegate confirmation & participation, Board records for the new term
- Conduct research and special projects in support of governance and leadership initiatives
Benefits
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA)
- Annual BeniComp stipend for medical, pharmaceutical, dental, and vision expenses
- Group dental and vision insurance through MetLife
- 10 Paid sick days
- 10 Paid vacation days
- Paid Jewish and Federal holidays
- Short Fridays to accommodate for Sabbath observance
- Free life and disability insurance
- Discounted continuing education opportunities
- 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer match after 3 years (requires a minimum 2% employee contribution)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
