National Association of Jewish Legislators (“NAJL”) Executive Director

The Jewish Federations of North America•New York, NY

8d•$130,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The National Association of Jewish Legislators (“NAJL”) is the nonpartisan professional organization of Jewish state legislators from across the United States. NAJL strengthens relationships among Jewish elected officials, promotes leadership development, advances educational programming, combats antisemitism, fosters engagement with Jewish communities, supports democratic values, and serves as the leading forum for collaboration, learning, and leadership among Jewish state legislators. NAJL seeks a dynamic, visionary, and relationship-driven Executive Director to lead the organization through its next phase of growth, influence, and impact. Working closely with the Board of Directors and Leadership Council, the Executive Director will strengthen NAJL’s position as the leading nonpartisan organization representing Jewish state legislators while expanding legislator relationships, fundraising, strategic partnerships, and programming. The Executive Director of NAJL is part of the professional team of the Jewish Federations of North America and will report jointly to the Chair of the Board of Directors of NAJL and the CEO of the Jewish Federations of North America.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
Experience as a state legislator, legislative staff member, or elected official
Experience working with elected officials or legislative organizations.
Leadership experience in a nonprofit association, governmental, legislative advocacy or public policy organization or corporate public affairs team.
Proven success in fundraising, donor cultivation, and strategic partnership development.
Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to travel nationally and internationally, including Israel missions.
Knowledge of Jewish community and its communal organizations
Experience organizing conferences, leadership programs, or international delegations.
Familiarity with nonprofit governance and association management.
Proven commitment to the Jewish Community
Visionary and strategic leader
Exceptional relationship builder
Strong fundraiser
Collaborative and nonpartisan
Politically astute and diplomatic
Outstanding communicator and public representative

Responsibilities

Work with the Board of Directors to develop and implement NAJL’s strategic plan and long-term vision.
Establish annual organizational priorities, goals, and key performance indicators.
Develop and execute strategies that position NAJL for long-term organizational growth, increased national visibility, and deeper member engagement.
Develop and execute an annual fundraising plan with measurable revenue goals.
Work closely with the Board of Directors to achieve fundraising goals.
Create fundraising materials, including grant proposals and donor stewardship communications.
Develop and implement strategies to recruit and involve Jewish legislators.
Strengthen engagement among legislators while cultivating meaningful relationships with alumni and former legislators.
Foster meaningful relationships with legislators through regular outreach, communications, and engagement.
Support leadership development within the organization and cultivate future leaders.
Expand legislator participation in NAJL programs, committees, and leadership opportunities.
Lead the planning and execution of NAJL programming, including but not limited to Annual meetings, conferences and national convenings, Legislative education programs, Leadership retreats, International missions, including Israel, Programs held in conjunction with organizations such as the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL), Council of State Governments (CSG), and other partners.