Summary:

Passion. Purpose. Impact. CJP is at the heart of Greater Boston's Jewish community, but our reach is felt around the world. Ranked by BBJ as Massachusetts’ largest non-profit organization – CJP is a philanthropic investor and mobilizer of people, resources, and skills that make a bigger difference locally and globally.

Under the supervision of the Director, The Miriam Fund (“Director”), the Manager, The Miriam Fund is primarily responsible for overseeing The Miriam Fund’s annual grant-making process, as well as working with the Director and Co-chairs of The Miriam Fund (“TMF”) to organize programs, fundraising activities, and communications with membership and other volunteer engagement activities for TMF. This role will also provide limited support for the Director and maintain good administrative systems relating to the efficient management of TMF.

CJP is not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Essential Functions:

• Partners with the Director to manage the details of a very robust strategic grants process, including scheduling key activities including grant meetings and implementing their operational aspects , communicating with grant committee members on process steps and with potential and confirmed grantees, compiling data from LOI reviews, compiling grant packages, updating grant platforms, scheduling sites visits and working to implement the operations of the annual grant process.

• Partners with the Director and lay leaders of TMF to engage TMF’s 130 members in TMF’s mission, and coordinates and updates membership renewal process.

• Partners with the Director and lay leaders of TMF to communicate the impact of the work to internal and external stakeholders.

• Partners with the Director to support TMF grantees through quarterly convenings and other outreach efforts.

• Manages projects by establishing clear goals, timelines, and deliverables; tracks progress, communicates updates to stakeholders, and ensures successful and timely completion.

• Maintains optimal social media presence and other marketing vehicles including updates to TMF website.

• Attends all meetings with TMF co-chairs and TMF executive committee members, helps to plan agendas and prepare board materials for review.

• Acts as a liaison to TMF members to handle many initial questions regarding grants process, programs, and other matters.

• Working with the TMF members and on grants process is high touch and requires relationship building skills and good judgment.

• Support the reconciliation of monthly donations with finance and the Director of TMF.

• Performs administrative support for TMF, which may include assistance for events (e.g., registration, logistics), database maintenance, coordination of mailings, contributing to stewardship projects, writing and editing emails, letters, invitation copy and other communication materials.

• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in appropriate discipline or equivalent experience.

Experience:

• 3-5 years’ successful experience in development, grants management or related field, with an emphasis on donor relations and project management.

Skills/Competencies:

• Must be very organized, detail oriented and responsible for managing complex projects.

• Must have ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Able to balance multiple projects at once and prioritize workload appropriately.

• Able to think critically and determine effective strategies for successfully completing a multitude of tasks by deadline in a fast-paced work environment.

• Highly motivated and a self-starter; takes initiative when an opportunity arises and applies seasoned judgment skills as needed.

• Ability to relate to all types of people. Strong emotional intelligence skills. Relationship building skills are key as role requires significant interaction with TMF members and grant committee volunteers.

• Familiarity with social media outlets.

• Ability to staff and facilitate meetings with volunteers.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong customer service skills.

• Successful track record of volunteer and program management.

• Knowledge of Boston’s Jewish and secular communities, the non-profit sector, gender issues, Israel, and a commitment to Jewish philanthropy are a plus, as are passion for women’s issues and/or social change efforts.

• Comfort working in a growing organization, including performing a wide variety of functions, multi-tasking, and meeting required deadlines.

• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information is essential.

• Proficient in all Microsoft Office Suite of Products, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Dropbox and Outlook. Familiarity with grant management systems is a plus.

• Must have a positive attitude. Ability to stay calm under pressure.

• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changes and shifting priorities.

Other:

• Must be able to work some occasional evenings.

Organizational Relationships/Scope: Reports to the Director, TMF. Has no direct reports.

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid Work Schedule: CJP staff follow a hybrid work model. On-site work is required on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, while remote work is an option on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays with occasional in-person meetings on those days.

• Physical Requirements: This role involves remaining in a stationary position, often sitting or standing for prolonged periods, primarily working at a computer. Staff need to be able to carry a laptop and bag to and from the office.

• Inclusivity: We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for individuals of all abilities and backgrounds.