The Orthodox Union (OU) is one of the largest Orthodox Jewish organizations in the United States. Founded in 1898, the OU supports a network of synagogues, youth programs, Jewish and Religious Zionist advocacy programs, programs for the disabled, localized religious study programs, and international units. The OU maintains a kosher certification service, whose circled U symbol, Ⓤ, is found on the labels of many kosher commercial and consumer food products.

Position Overview:

The Orthodox Union’s Marketing and Communications Department is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Project Coordinator to support the execution of email and website initiatives and assist with key departmental projects. This role is ideal for a proactive team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and brings strong communication and organizational skills to every task.

The Project Coordinator will play a critical role in managing email communications, maintaining website content, and supporting special projects that advance the OU’s mission and brand.

Responsibilities:

Email Communications & List Management

Manage and maintain email distribution lists, ensuring accuracy, segmentation, and compliance with best practices.
Set up, test, and send email communications.
Proofread email content and verify links, formatting, and functionality before deployment.
Support the execution of the email strategy to ensure timely, effective, and consistent communications.

Website Content Management

Update and maintain website content, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and alignment with brand standards.
Assist in executing website strategy in coordination with the broader Marketing and Communications team.
Perform quality control checks on published content, including links and formatting.

Project Support

Assist in the management and execution of special projects, including the OU’s annual impact report.
Coordinate timelines, track deliverables, and support cross-functional collaboration to ensure projects stay on schedule.
Provide general project coordination support across departmental initiatives as needed.

Qualifications:

1-3 years of prior experience in marketing, communications, or project coordination roles.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Proactive, resourceful, and solution-oriented approach to work.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Collaborative team player with a positive and flexible attitude.
Ability to follow processes while also adapting to evolving priorities.
Experience with email marketing platforms and content management systems.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary for this position is between $50,000-$60,000, commensurate with experience.

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance:
The OU offers health insurance through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA). Instead of a single group plan, employees have the freedom to choose their own health insurance plan that fits their personal and family needs. The OU contributes a generous monthly amount directly toward your premium, making coverage more flexible, affordable, and tailored to you.

Employees enrolled in our health plan also receive an annual BeniComp stipend, a supplemental benefit that reimburses eligible medical, pharmaceutical, dental, and vision expenses.

In addition, the OU offers employees group dental and vision insurance through MetLife.

Additional Benefits and Perks:

10 Paid sick days
10-15 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)