Executive Director,
Beth Israel Center

 

Location: Madison, Wisconsin

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Beth Israel Center is Madison, Wisconsin’s Conservative Jewish congregation.

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Beth Israel Center is hiring for an experienced and capable nonprofit leader.

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(Note: to better support the new Executive Director, Beth Israel Center is also hiring for a part-time Operations Manager.)

 

The Executive Director will provide strategic leadership in development and membership relations, manage financial sustainability and board relations, and oversee Beth Israel Center’s $800,000 annual budget and two support staff.

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This is a 75% appointment/30 hours per week position.

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See the detailed job brochure:

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Primary Responsibilities Include:

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• Development & Member Relations
   

• Strategic Planning & Mentorship
   

• Financial Management and Sustainability
   

• Communications & Marketing
   

• Board Relations

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Skills and Experience Sought:

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• Nonprofit general management experience, including staff and budget oversight.
   

• Strong relationship-building skills. This is foundational to every aspect of the work.
   

• Strong fundraising acumen, including the ability to develop fundraising strategies, cultivate donors, mentor and coach staff on fundraising skills, and engage members and volunteers.
   

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills, with an ability to work collaboratively, delegate, set and meet deadlines, and hold self and others accountable.
   

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
   

• Growth mindset, with an openness to new ideas and to learning new skills.
   

• Ability to engage and respond to an active Board of Directors and be a trusted advisor to the Rabbi, Board, staff, and membership.
   

• Mission driven, with an appreciation of Jewish culture and openness to engage and embrace Jewish values.

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For more information:​

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• See the detailed job brochure.