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Program Associate, Teen Philanthropy

Are you looking for a mission-driven non-profit where your skills can help people in need around the world? At the Jewish United Fund (JUF), we take pride in our mission and in having a work culture that fosters a sense of belonging and feels rewarding, supportive, and inclusive. We have a hybrid schedule and offer generous benefits including a 401(k) match, up to 22 days of paid time off (starting with 15), up to 11 sick days (starting with 7), and up to 21 paid holidays. The salary range for this role is $52,000-$54,000.

What you'll be responsible for:

As Program Associate, Teen Philanthropy Programs, you will be responsible for engaging teens in JUF's teen philanthropy programs: Voices: The Chicago Jewish Teen Foundation's 101 and Alumni Boards, iGive and Social Justice Giving Circles. You will develop and implement a strategy to increase our presence leading philanthropy activities for teens and partner with local Jewish organizations serving teens to deliver educational content that supports their engagement work. You will support young leaders through mentoring and coaching of Voices Alumni participants and interested teen community leaders.

What you'll be doing:

• Take the lead on all philanthropy program planning, execution, and evaluation
• Manage recruitment, applications, and registrations
• Oversee the development of marketing and PR materials
• Connect with local, national, and international agencies and nonprofits to solicit grant proposals that fit the funding priorities of teen philanthropy work
• Identify opportunities to increase teen philanthropy by developing strong working relationships with colleagues in Jewish education and youth programs in, and around, Chicago
• Manage the Voices and Social Justice Giving Circle budgets
• Update Salesforce with relevant information about participants and their parents
• Participate in networking and professional development programs on a regular basis
• Support the ongoing work of the JUF Teens department including staffing weekend, evening, and travel programs as needed

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor's Degree required
• 2+ years of post-college experience, preferably in youth engagement work or an educational setting
• Ability to use Microsoft Office required; experience with Salesforce a plus
• Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to inspire others
• Marketing proficiency, affinity for social media platforms, and the ability to use social media to promote programs
• Knowledge of basic Jewish values, customs, and rituals
• Familiarity with the Chicago Jewish Community a plus

What you'll love about us:

At JUF, you can be part of one of the largest non-profit social welfare institutions in Illinois. We provide food, refuge, healthcare, education, emergency assistance, and essential services to 500,000 Chicagoans of all faiths and millions of Jews around the world. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with base contribution and match, additional health and wellness benefits, financial benefits, professional training, tuition reimbursement, paid family leave, and much more. We have a flexible schedule with core hours and the ability to work from home / remote a few days per week (for most positions) on a hybrid basis.

Job Category: Union Eligible

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