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National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) is the oldest Jewish feminist civil rights organization working for equity and justice for women, children, and families in the United States and Israel.

Through the efforts of our 210,000 grassroots advocates and 50 local sections, NCJW combines education, direct service, and advocacy to affect lasting social change at the local, state, and national levels.

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Director of People and Culture

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Position Summary

NCJW seeks a Director of People and Culture to play a pivotal role in shaping and fostering the organizational culture at NCJW. This senior leadership position is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to attract, develop, and retain a diverse and talented and growing national workforce. The Director will work closely with executive leadership to align human resources practices with NCJW’s mission and values, ensuring a positive and inclusive workplace where every member of the organization can thrive. They will be values-driven, agile, curious, and foster an environment of joy and collaboration while amplifying the voices of change-makers across the country. They will report to the Chief Operating Officer.

Primary Responsibilities

Culture Development

  • Develop and champion initiatives that reinforce and enhance NCJW’s organizational culture.
  • Foster an inclusive and equitable workplace environment that values diversity and promotes collaboration.
  • Regularly update and disseminate NCJW’s Employee Manual to reflect the policies of the organization and expectations of staff.

Talent Acquisition and Development

  • Lead recruitment efforts to attract top talent that aligns with NCJW’s mission and values.
  • Design and implement professional development programs to nurture the growth and skills of employees.
  • Create, oversee, and execute an onboarding process for new employees.

Employee Engagement

  • Develop and execute strategies to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.
  • Implement feedback mechanisms to assess and respond to the needs of the workforce.

Performance Management

  • Oversee performance management processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Provide guidance to managers on employee performance, coaching, and development.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

  • Drive initiatives to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization.
  • Collaborate with leadership to implement policies that foster a fair and respectful workplace.

Employee Relations

  • Address employee relations issues promptly and effectively, promoting a positive work environment.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant employment laws and regulations.

Benefits and Compensation

  • Manage and continuously improve the organization’s benefits and compensation programs.
  • Stay informed about industry trends and best practices to remain competitive.

Key Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree or experience in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Proven experience in human resources leadership, preferably in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization.
  • Strong understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.
  • Knowledge of relevant employment laws and regulations.

Salary and Benefits

Salary range: $120,000-$150,000 — commensurate with experience

Paid Federal and Jewish Holidays.

NCJW offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package, including 30+ paid Federal and Jewish Holidays each year, plus paid vacation time, sick time, and extensive paid leave. In addition, NCJW offers a retirement savings account with employer match, health insurance, dental, vision, disability insurance, professional development, life insurance, flexible spending account, trans health coverage, transit benefits, short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, and abortion procedure funding.

NCJW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At National Council of Jewish Women, we are committed to creating a culture of inclusion and accountability. We honor the wisdom, insights, perspectives, and experiences of diverse viewpoints, and recognize that many critical voices have been underrepresented in Jewish organizational life and nonprofit organizations as a whole for too long. We welcome applications from people of diverse religious, spiritual, and cultural backgrounds. We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit, hire, train, promote, compensate, and administer all personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, culture, age, creed, disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other protected status.

About NCJW

National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) is the oldest Jewish feminist civil rights organization working for equity and justice for women, children, and families in the United States and Israel. Through the efforts of our 210,000 grassroots advocates and 50 local sections, NCJW combines education, direct service, and advocacy to affect lasting social change at the local, state, and national levels.

We approach our work Jewishly and through the intersections of gender, economic, and racial justice to center those most impacted. NCJW’s intersectional work in progressive and Jewish spaces has resulted in deep partnerships with secular and faith-based human rights organizations, BIPOC-led grassroots organizations, and governmental allies. NCJW has lead roles in many civil rights coalitions and legacy networks.