Planning Manager, Caring

UJA-Federation of New York is the largest local philanthropy in the world. For more than 100 years, we’ve brought New Yorkers together to solve some of the most pressing problems facing our community. Thanks to our network of hundreds of non-profits, we can leverage our expertise across any number of areas — including health and human services, arts and culture, and education — to care for Jews everywhere and New Yorkers of all backgrounds, respond to crises close to home and far away, and shape our Jewish future. Our reach extends from New York to Israel to nearly 70 other countries around the world, touching 4.5 million people each year.

Position Summary:

The Planning Manager oversees strategic planning and grant making focused on mental health and wellbeing. With a primary focus on domestic grant making, the Planning Manager advances a large and dynamic grant portfolio including, but not limited to, initiatives in the areas of teen and parent mental health, substance abuse support, domestic violence counseling, mental health on college campuses, and projects that seek to build resilience in the face of rising antisemitism. The Planning Manager also stays apprised of emerging issues in the field and develops new initiatives as needed. The Planning Manager works in partnership with the Jewish Life and Network Departments at UJA to ensure critical services are easily accessible at Jewish camps, Hillels, and JCCs, as well as synagogues and day schools.

The Planning Manager is a seasoned professional, who can effectively:

• Steward key lay relationship and grant making committees, educate stakeholders and build consensus.
• Manage a substantial grant portfolio and all associated tasks, including utilizing organizational systems and technologies.
• Develop Key Performance Indicators and analyze associated data.
• Cultivate relationships with foundation and human service funders.
• Develop and oversee relevant conferences and symposia.
• Represent the Caring department at internal and external meetings and conferences.
• Lead inter-department work groups and participate in other organizational planning and research groups.

Skills/Experience/Qualifications:

The ideal candidate has an entrepreneurial spirit with experience in project management. The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, as well as independently and in team settings. A good sense of humor is a plus!

This position requires an advanced degree in public administration, social work, or a related field and a minimum of 5 years of related experience in a similar field and experience with project management.

Superior oral and written communication skills are required.

Salary Information:

The salary range for this role is $90,000 to $100,000; commensurate with experience and qualifications listed above.

Great Perks. Because We Appreciate Great Employees.

TIME OFF

We offer a generous number of vacation days and have the Jewish holidays off as well. Fridays our offices close early (October to March at 3:00 pm and April to September at 4:00 pm). All so you can relax and recharge.

HYBRID MODEL

We’re operating on a hybrid work model: three set days in the office and two days remote. So enjoy the best of both worlds — the comforts of home and the energy of the office.

HEALTH CARE

UJA provides a top-tier medical and dental plan, along with a flexible spending account. We also offer life insurance. And for a small cost you can take part in on-site yoga and exercise classes at our Manhattan office. Wellness matters to us.

PLANNING FOR RETIREMENT

UJA employees can enroll in a pension plan and tax deferred annuity.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Classes, workshops, and compelling speakers will keep you at the top of your game.

COMMUNITY

We come together as a staff to commemorate holidays (from Rosh Hashanah to MLK Day), volunteer at nonprofits, and celebrate our accomplishments together. (Our chocolate chip cookies are legendary!)

SOME MORE (YES, MORE!)

We also offer a backup childcare program. And a commuter benefit plan. So, you can get to work and feel good about it.