Program Officer (Local Jewish Community)
About The Position
The Program Officer - Local Jewish Community, plays a key role in advancing the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia’s mission by supporting and managing grantmaking programs that strengthen Jewish education, engagement, and social services across Greater Philadelphia. Reporting to the Director of Strategy & Impact, this position helps identify, implement, and evaluate funded initiatives that respond to community needs and align with the Federation’s strategic priorities. The Program Officer works collaboratively within the Strategy & Impact department and across the organization to build strong relationships with partner agencies, support impact measurement, and ensure the effective stewardship of philanthropic investments in the local Jewish community.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree, or equivalent & relevant experience required; advanced coursework or a Master's degree in a related field preferred, but not required.
- 3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in philanthropy, grantmaking, nonprofit program management, or a related field.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and writing skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, actionable insights.
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects and priorities with limited supervision and sound professional judgment.
- Proven ability to build productive relationships with diverse stakeholders and navigate complex organizational environments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required and experience with grant management systems, preferred.
- Familiarity with Jewish communal organizations, values, and the nonprofit ecosystem strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of Jewish customs and traditions required.
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day aspects of assigned grant portfolios serving the local Jewish community, including tracking grant activity, maintaining accurate records, and coordinating with the Project Manager to ensure grant processes are current, timely, and compliant throughout the grant lifecycle.
- Serve as a liaison between Strategy & Impact and other Federation departments by sharing insights about partner organizations, community trends, and funded initiatives to promote organization-wide understanding of local investments.
- Support strategic decision-making by researching and compiling information about community organizations, relationships, and initiatives. Conduct literature reviews and gather field intelligence—through conversations with peer foundations and Federations—to identify best practices in grantmaking and scholarship administration.
- Coordinate and participate in site visits and meetings with partner organizations across the five-county Greater Philadelphia area. Prepare briefing materials, document outcomes, and track follow-up actions to strengthen relationships and inform grant oversight.
- Review qualitative and quantitative data from funded organizations and prepare clear summaries and reports for internal and external audiences. Regularly brief the Local Director of Strategy & Impact on portfolio developments and ensure accurate tracking of grant information in the database.
- Stay informed about emerging best practices in philanthropy, program evaluation, and community engagement, and contribute ideas to improve grant processes, data collection, and impact reporting.
Benefits
- Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a hybrid work schedule, medical, dental, vision, prescription drug program, life insurance, generous paid time off and 403b retirement savings program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
