job: grantmaking fellowship, NY, with salary info

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From: Benjamin Ross <bross at jewishjustice.org>
Sent: Friday, April 25, 2008 1:08:19 PM
Subject: JFSJ Grantmaking Fellowship Announcement
 

 

POSTING:  Application due June 1, 2008

 

Grantmaking Fellowship:

Working at the intersection of grantmaking, community organizing and 
Jewish tradition.

 

About JFSJ:

The Jewish Funds for Justice (jewishjustice.org) is a national public 
foundation guided by Jewish history and tradition.  JFSJ helps people in 
the United States achieve social and economic security and opportunity 
by investing in healthy neighborhoods, vibrant Jewish communities and 
skillful leaders.  Our holistic approach to social change includes 
grantmaking and loans, service learning, leadership development, 
organizing, education, and advocacy.

 

Fellowship Description:

The Fellowship is a two-year, full-time position.  JFSJ is offering two 
committed individuals the opportunity to participate fully as members of 
the grantmaking team overseeing our internal portfolios and managed 
projects.  This is a working fellowship with a strong learning 
component.  Responsibilities will include roughly one-third program 
coordination, one-third administrative work and one-third learning, 
reflecting, researching and writing.  The Fellowship will train and 
develop emerging leaders exploring a career in economic justice and 
philanthropy who are enthusiastic about working at the intersection of 
Jewish values, community organizing, leadership and grantmaking.  The 
fellowship start date is Monday, July 14, 2008, though some flexibility 
is available.

 

Qualifications:

·         Interest in a career in grantmaking with a commitment to 
justice work.  

·         Interest in exploring social justice work with a Jewish and 
faith lens.  

·         Extraordinary writing and communication skills.

·         An attention to detail and a capacity to manage multiple 
projects.

·         Ability to function comfortably in a fast-paced work environment.

·         Common sense, ability to work well with others and a sense of 
humor.

           

Leadership Development Content of Fellowship (subject to change):

The Fellowship has a structured learning component that will include 
intensive leadership development training, study of Jewish text and 
tradition and engagement with community organizers, grantmakers and 
Jewish thought leaders.  Examples of this may include:

·         Monthly learning and reflection with prominent thought leaders.

·         Attendance at national conferences and training on 
grantmaking, social justice and Judaism

·         Weekly check-in and reflection and full participation in staff 
training, strategy and planning work.

·         Field engagement with community organizers, grantmakers and 
Jewish thought leaders.

 

Compensation:

The salary is $38k for each of the first and second years with the 
opportunity for a cost of living increase for the second year; potential 
third year available upon mutual agreement of Fellow and JFSJ.  Full 
benefits package includes vacation and healthcare benefits, as per JFSJ 
policy.

 

Eligibility:

It is a policy of Jewish Funds for Justice to prohibit discrimination 
against any of its employees on the basis of, but not limited to, race, 
sex, age, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, religion, 
color, national origin, sexual orientation, physical disability or any 
other category protected by law.

 

Evaluation and Selection:

A selection committee of JFSJ board and staff will interview six 
finalists for the Fellowship.  *All candidates must be available to be 
in New York on June 18-19 for interviews with the selection committee.

 

How to Apply:

Find the fellowship application here or go to Jewishjustice.org.  Email 
your application and resume with your name in the subject line to 
fellowship at jewishjustice.org no later than 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on 
June 1, 2008.

 

Questions?  If you have any questions about the Grantmaking Fellowship 
please contact fellowship at jewishjustice.org.  Please do not call.  Thank 
you for your interest in this Fellowship.