Director, DMF for Confronting Antisemitism
Director, David??Merage??Foundation??for Confronting Antisemitism?? ?? Summary?? Director ??? Strategic Leader in??Confronting??Antisemitism?? The??David Merage Foundation??is committed to mobilizing the largest possible movement of Americans to confront??Jew-hatred??and the profound moral and existential threat it??represents. We??seek??a??fearless, visionary, and highly accomplished leader??to spearhead this critical mission and guide the Foundation???s efforts to create lasting, systemic change.?? This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional who thrives in??complex, high-stakes environments,??possesses??understanding of antisemitism???historical, contemporary, and systemic, and has a proven ability to??translate strategy into impactful action??and results. The ideal candidate will be a??courageous??change agent, capable of navigating sensitive issues with diplomacy and strength, while inspiring collaboration and driving measurable results.?? Key Responsibilities?? Reporting directly to??Laura Merage, the??Director will:?? Advance and implement the Foundation???s strategic vision to??confront antisemitism in the United States. Lead initiatives that mobilize??public awareness, influence policy, and foster partnerships??across sectors. Serve as a thought??leader and advocate, leveraging historical context, current trends, and best practices to shape effective interventions. Ensure operational excellence while maintaining agility in a??fast-paced, results-driven environment. Ideal Candidate Profile?? Proven Leadership in Complex Change:??Demonstrated success in leading organizations or initiatives that address challenging societal issues, requiring courage, creativity, and persistence. Understanding of Antisemitism and Related Issues:??Comprehensive understanding of antisemitism???s historical roots, contemporary manifestations, and prior efforts to combat it???combined with the ability to innovate beyond traditional approaches. Strategic and Tactical Agility:??Skilled at balancing??big-picture vision??with??hands-on execution, ensuring strategies translate into measurable impact and results. Diplomatic and Influential:??Adept at engaging diverse stakeholders, building coalitions, and navigating sensitive conversations with tact and authority. Innovative and Resourceful:??Brings creativity and resilience to problem-solving, with the ability to manage multiple priorities without compromising quality or outcomes. Mission-Driven:??Deep personal commitment to advancing the Foundation???s goals and values. This role demands a??high-performing, entrepreneurial leader??who is not only passionate about the mission but also equipped with the??knowledge, experience, and resolve to drive systemic change.?? Guiding Principles?? We are???LEADERS???in???VENTURE PHILANTHROPY. We are???BOLD???in our???VISION???and our???ACTIONS. We are???ACCOUNTABLE???for achieving???RESULTS. We???FOCUS???our efforts???on initiatives with maximum???IMPACT. We are???ENTREPRENEURIAL???in our???approach. We???COLLABORATE???with others who share our values. We???INNOVATE???and???CREATE CHANGE. We recognize the???URGENCY???of our work. We are???COMMITTED???to our mission for the long term. We???WORK HARD???to accomplish our???GOALS. We have???FUN. Experience & Qualifications?? Bachelor???s degree or equivalent in Business Management or related degree, Graduate degree highly preferred Experience in collective impact, convening and leading other organizations towards common goals, developing funding partners and alliances Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM Preferred experience with startups in Philanthropy/Nonprofit administration Preferred experience or exposure to confronting antisemitism Strong communications kills Ability to address challenges with creative problem solving and maintain high performance levels in a rapidly evolving work environment High emotional intelligence and excellent relationship building skills Preferred experience preparing and administering budgets Ability to interface with sensitive information ethically and responsibly Strong organizational skills with ability to adhere to fast-paced project timelines Travel?? Approximately 30% Salary Range?? $150,000 - $175,000 annually Benefits?? A comprehensive benefits package that includes superior medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability coverage, sick pay, generous??vacation??and holiday allowances, and a robust 401(k) plan.?? ??
