Career and Volunteer Opportunities
A national non-profit organization founded in 1995, the Jewish Women's Archive is devoted to making known the stories, struggles, and achievements of Jewish women in North America in order to enrich the way we understand the past and ensure a more inclusive future. JWA has amassed the most extensive collection of material anywhere on American Jewish women, and has created an increasing demand for its information, resources and services. Its website, which draws more than 1.2 million unique visitors annually, is a destination for people seeking knowledge, a sense of connection and community, and a way to affirm and enhance the legacy of American Jewish women.
JWA has achieved unusually strong levels of support for a young organization. Its Board of Directors consists of women leaders in the fields of education and history as well as visionary philanthropists who have worked to actualize the dream of the founding director. The Board is currently focused on moving JWA into the next phase of organizational strategy and growth. A diverse staff of 10 FTE’s work in a pleasant Brookline neighborhood with easy access to public transportation and affordable parking. Office atmosphere is lively, friendly, and collegial.
The Jewish Women's Archive is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Director of Programs, Projects and Partnerships
Position summary
The Jewish Women’s Archive (JWA) seeks a dynamic individual to lead the creation, implementation, and evaluation of JWA’s online and face-to-face education and outreach programs. The successful candidate will be a resourceful and entrepreneurial professional with excellent written and oral communication skills, who thrives in an organization that sets a premium on collaboration, strategic thinking, and innovation.
Key responsibilities
- Providing strategic direction for all programs;
- Identifying opportunities for programmatic expansion and funding;
- Increasing the reach and impact of JWA’s programs, projects, and partnerships;
- Planning and overseeing the marketing, implementation, and evaluation of new programs and partnerships.
Primary duties
- Work collaboratively with education staff to create and implement programming and partnerships;
- Partner with other educational and community organizations to support or develop jointly-sponsored programming;
- Collaborate with communications staff to develop promotional materials designed to publicize educational programming;
- Prepare grant narratives, budgets, and reports in concert with Director of Development and Chief Financial Officer;
- Teach workshops, give presentations, and participate in programs as needed;
- Represent JWA at relevant professional and community meetings and conferences;
- Serve as the public face of JWA’s Education Department.
The ideal candidate will:
- Have a minimum of five years experience designing and delivering educational and/or other public programs in non-academic settings.
- Be a consummate networker. S/he will be skilled at building relationships with potential organizational partners, thought leaders, and community members.
- Demonstrate an ability to generate ideas for new programming, seek out opportunities, and excite others about JWA’s mission.
- Have a keen interest in history and possess a college or graduate-level degree in American, Jewish, and/or women's history.
- Know about or be interested in the world of formal and informal Jewish education; having an established network in the field is a plus.
- Exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills and facility with traditional and digital media.
- Enjoy working independently and as part of a team.
- Understand and share JWA’s commitment to utilize the newest communication and networking tools to inspire action and foster change.
This is a full-time position based in JWA's Brookline office, with the possibility for a flexible schedule. Must be able to travel and to work occasional weekends and evenings.
To apply
Please send cover letter and resume using our online application form. No phone calls, please. Position open until filled.
Interns/Volunteers
Position Summary
JWA seeks unpaid interns and volunteers during the academic year and/or the summer to work on a variety of tasks, including:
- compiling contact information for education database
- generating content for Facebook and Twitter
- contributing guest posts to JWA blog
- locating and securing permissions for images to be used on jwa.org
- researching and writing new thematic feature(s) for jwa.org.
- assisting with additions to “We Remember” and “On the Map" features
- researching and writing new entries for “This Week in History”
- assisting with development activities, and
- performing general office duties (phone, photocopying, etc.).
Qualifications
- Two + years of post-secondary education
- Availability for at least 8-10 hours/week
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Proficiency with Word, Excel and email; familiarity w/ social media and graphic programs a plus.
Please apply online and include:
Volunteer Development Researcher
Position Summary
JWA seeks a Development Department volunteer, 8-10 hours per week.
Key Responsibilities
- Help the Development Department produce donor profiles and mailings.
- Conduct foundation research.
- Assist with other aspects of Department administration.
Qualifications
- Two + years of post-secondary education
- Availability for at least 8-10 hours/week
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Proficiency with Word, Excel and email; familiarity w/ social media and graphic programs a plus.
Familiarity with development software (Donor Perfect or Raiser's Edge) a plus; excellent Excel/Word skills essential. This position involves a high degree of confidentiality and references are required.
Please submit cover letter and resume online.
Ellen K. Rothman Deputy Director Jewish Women's Archive One Harvard Street Brookline, MA 02445 617.383.6756 Jwa.org