If working for an organization that supports the land and people of Israel excites you, then join us and you needn't wait another minute to change the world!
Position Overview
Is producing one of the largest philanthropic publications in the world your dream job? Jewish National Fund-USA is hiring its next "Editor, B'yachad Magazine & Partner Media Manager" to share positive, inspiring, and meaningful stories about the land and people of Israel with millions of Americans. The successful candidate will be based five days a week at our beautiful New York City office and will report to the Director of Communications. They will also work closely with our Chief Marketing Officer, partners (donors), ambassadors (lay leaders), campaign professionals, marketing account executives, communications team members, creative designers, printers, and mailing houses. You will oversee the full production of the multi-award-winning B'yachad magazine, published three times a year, source, produce, and place earned and paid placements showcasing the organization's partners, draft direct mail letters, manage PR for Women for Israel, and oversee the production of the annual Year in Review publication.
Type: Full-time,
Location: In-office, based in New York City
Position responsibilities:
- Manage the overall production of B'yachad including:
- Planning each issue's theme
- Creating an approved content plan
- Identifying partner stories to highlight
- Interviewing donors
- Managing freelance writers while also writing articles
- Working closely with an in-house creative design and marketing team
- Copywriting and copyediting
- Draft Direct Mail fundraising letters (4x annually)
- Oversee content for the organization's annual Year in Review publication
- Proactively and reactively manage national partner recognition in the media and be the main point of contact for fundraisers looking to highlight new and existing partners. This includes, but is not limited to, virtual and in-person project dedications in Israel, bequests, new leadership announcements, partner achievements, and more.
- Lead PR efforts for Jewish National Fund-USA's Planned Giving Department and Women for Israel.
You have:
- 5+ years of experience in magazine production, copywriting, copyediting, PR, and/or journalism
- Excellent editing and writing skills
- A keen eye for detail
- A positive 'can-do' attitude
- Proven ability to prioritize tasks effectively, manage multiple projects, and stay calm under pressure
- A strong sense of curiosity that helps you identify news and story angles others may overlook
- A desire to work in an organization that values respect, accountability, and collaboration
- The ability to connect with anyone and a track record of building relationships with key stakeholders
- High emotional intelligence (EQ)
You may also have:
- A working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite
- An understanding of Salesforce, Wrike, or similar task management platforms
- Experience using Muck Rack
- Knowledge of common style guides (e.g., AP, APA, Chicago) and how to apply them correctly
- Experience building relationships with journalists and editors
- A basic understanding of Israeli and Jewish history, practices, and lifecycle events
- An understanding of print production and the creative process
- Qualifications in Marketing, Advertising, Business, Communications, Journalism, or Literature
Perks:
- Days off for all work-prohibitive Jewish holidays, in addition to the secular US holidays
- 3pm close-of-business on Fridays
- Top-notch healthcare (including dental and vision)
- Parental Leave policy
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Employer-paid short and long-term disability
- 403(b) with generous 10.5% employer contribution
- Opportunities to travel to Israel
Compensation:
$65-$80k
Pay Type:
Salaried
Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role.
WHAT WE DO
At Jewish National Fund-USA, we turn vision and dreams into reality. For almost 125 years, we have built the land of Israel for its people. As one of the most trusted names in philanthropy, our mission is to attract 800,000 new residents to Israel’s underpopulated North and South and to be the leading organization for Zionist engagement. We build schools, medical centers, culinary institutes, resilience facilities, emergency response centers, water reservoirs, parks, and playgrounds while creating employment and community service initiatives, along with youth development programs for thousands of young Israelis. We also support Israelis with disabilities, bring hundreds of college faculty members and student leaders beyond the Jewish community to Israel, invest in agricultural R&D, and host the largest gathering of Zionists in the U.S. annually at our Global Conference for Israel. All of this is accomplished as we embark on the largest philanthropic capital project in Israel’s history—the $350 million, 16-acre World Zionist Village in the city of Be’er Sheva.
And yes, we also support tree planting. Since 1901, we have helped plant over 260 million trees in Israel, which enabled the country to be one of the few to enter the 21st century with a net gain in trees.
No project, program, or initiative stands alone. Through our circles of impact, everything we do contributes to job creation, economic growth, higher living standards, and more—helping us realize our goal of attracting new residents to Israel’s North and South.
OUR CREDENTIALS & PARTNERSHIPS
A registered 501(c)(3) organization, Jewish National Fund is recognized as a 4-star organization by Charity Navigator, America's leading independent charity evaluator, for its sound fiscal management, accountability, and transparency. JNF has also been rated a top charity by the American Institute of Philanthropy and meets the 20 rigorous standards of the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Wise Giving Alliance, and the transparency standards of Tzedakah, Inc. No other Jewish organization meets all these standards.
OUR CULTURE
We are ViZion-driven relationship-based, fast-paced, and Positively Israel!
OUR CORE VALUES
Be Bold: Beyond. We are proud and passionate, vocal, and visionary about Israel and Zionism. We pride ourselves on our out-of-the-box thinking and the great things it accomplishes for the land and with the people of Israel.
Belong: Stay long. We are an inclusive and diverse workplace welcoming and respecting all cultures, ages, religions, ethnicities, genders, orientations, and physical abilities. Understanding that a work-life balance is crucial to the success of our organization, we are empathetic, understanding, caring, appreciative, and respectful of one another as we strive to develop and retain our professionals and donors for the long-run.
Be Inscribed: Be the Impact. To walk in the land of Israel and see the impact of our work instills the greatest sense of fulfillment. We strive for each employee to make their mark, leave their footprint, be heard, and feel relevant as together we help ensure the vibrancy of Israel for the next 100 years. We plant the future, not just trees.
Be Kind: Act with Chesed. At JNF-USA we do not underestimate the power of kindness. We use recognition and praise to motivate teams, individuals, donors, and stakeholders. We are proud of our please and thank you's. We listen and lend a helping hand when a co-worker is challenged. Whether random or deliberate acts, kindness is a key ingredient to our positive workplace and mindset.
B'Yachad: Together. Great collaboration between our employees, donors and affiliates in Israel is a priority: everyone matters no matter their role. We recognize that open and inspirational communication, teamwork, and collegiality is a force multiplier in reaching our goals, mission, and vision. Jewish National Fund-USA exemplifies the power of unity.
