PLANNING DIRECTOR, NETWORK DEPARTMENT
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UJA-Federation of New York's work is to care for Jews everywhere and New Yorkers of all backgrounds, to respond to crises close to home and far away, and to shape our Jewish future. To accomplish these goals, UJA relies upon a diverse network of nonprofits across New York that delivers a broad range of services to meet pressing needs and abiding needs. With a total grants budget of over $40 million, UJA's Network Department supports our closest nonprofit partners to achieve and sustain organizational excellence and to remain relevant in a rapidly changing world. Position SummaryThe Planning Director of the Network Department oversees the strategic and operational management of the department in close partnership with the Managing Director and the Director of Agency Financial Oversight. They are responsible for managing a diverse portfolio, overseeing departmental planning across content areas, supervising planning and administrative staff, and staffing lay committees. In addition, the planning director stays closely connected to the work of other departments within CPER and leads strategic efforts that cut across the planning division.Major Responsibilities

Lead strategic thinking and plans for the range of issues related to the department's work, strategic directions, and allocations, and help guide and frame the long-range direction for initiatives.

Facilitate or participate in interdepartmental activities, develop action plans, and implement projects, as well as assuming the leadership position of key content areas and initiatives.

Staff the Network Planning Committee, advancing critical work in current priority areas: environmental sustainability, community relations and bridgebuilding, and supporting efforts to combat antisemitism on campus and within UJA's network.

Supervise and mentor the Network Department's planning associate and coordinator and ensure projects are effectively prioritized.

Cultivate and maintain relationships with departmental leadership. Work alongside Managing Director to develop agenda for Network Cabinet.

Convene and lead ad hoc lay groups, as needed.

Design and lead staff development within the team, including retreats, site visits, and other learning opportunities.

Stay informed about current issues in the Jewish community, nonsectarian nonprofit sector, and trends in philanthropy to increase knowledge, understand contexts, and promote innovative and creative approaches to areas of responsibility, as well as serve as a resource to UJA-Federation and its network of agencies.

May be assigned to manage specific content areas and other additional projects or tasks as assigned by the managing director.

Requisite Competencies and Experience

10+ years of related experience in the field.

Ability to think critically, generate ideas and advance all priorities.

Ability to focus simultaneously on the big picture and on the details.

Track record of creative problem solving, especially in situations that involve multiple constituencies and interests.

Effective collaborator and interpersonal skills that allow for success with diverse temperaments and varying work styles.

Ability to write and speak clearly and with conviction.

The knowledge, skills, and stature to represent the Network Department internal and external forums and to speak about its general and specific work.

Comfort with a fast-paced, multidimensional environment.

Knowledge of UJA-Federation's network of agencies.

Salary range: $115K-$125K commensurate with experience.