Engagement Manager

Position: Engagement Manager

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Job : 1395

# of Openings: 1

Pay Range: $55,000 - $65,000 per hour

The Jewish Federation of Cincinnati (JFC), the backbone organization that catalyzes our community in common purpose, is seeking an Engagement Manager. JFC welcomes all cultural backgrounds and faiths including those of every socioeconomic status, race, gender, national background, sexual orientation, gender identity, and physical, mental, and developmental ability. The Federation is a community-driven convener, mobilizing diverse groups toward collective action. We are problem-solvers and opportunity-makers with unparalleled reach, raising funds and allocating resources where they’re most needed.

Connected by our values and tradition, we act as a force for good in the world: caring for the elderly, striving for social justice, keeping our community safe, combating antisemitism, and bringing crucial aid to the most vulnerable. We may come from different places and express our Jewishness in different ways, but we are unified in our vision to build a flourishing, diverse Jewish community for future generations.

The Engagement Manager is a full-time employee of the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati (JFC) and plays a key role in strengthening Jewish peoplehood, fostering a sense of belonging, and engaging community members during meaningful life stages. Core responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the $1.2 million Cincy Journeys grant program for overnight Jewish camp and Israel travel experiences
• Collaborating with community partners to develop and enhance teen engagement opportunities
• Sharing responsibility for the Chaverim M’Israel program alongside the Senior Community Shaliach

The Engagement Manager is a member of the Community Planning and Engagement Department and reports to the Director of Leadership and Engagement.

The Cincy Journeys program helps community members deepen their connection to Jewish peoplehood through immersive camp and travel experiences. This grant program is funded by The Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati and the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati. The Engagement Manager serves as the primary point of contact for the program, acting as both the external community liaison and the internal coordinator across Federation departments, including Development, Operations and Marketing.

Key responsibilities include:

• Promoting the program throughout the community
• Building and maintaining relationships with camps and trip providers
• Supporting families and participants through the application and participation process
• Collecting and analyzing program data, tracking trends, and preparing annual grant reports
• Identifying and recommending national best practices and innovative ideas to strengthen the program locally
• Running the four‑year‑old Camp Fellows professional development program

A meaningful aspect of this role is supporting the Chaverim M’Israel program, which brings two Israeli teen emissaries to Cincinnati for a gap year between high school and military service. The role works collaboratively with JFC colleagues, including our JCRC, and external partners like the JCC, Rockwern Academy, and congregations to maximize their impact in the community.

The Engagement Manager oversees the logistical and administrative components of the program, including:

• Hiring and onboarding participants
• Recruiting and supporting host families
• Coordinating schedules and program logistics
• Serving as the primary liaison with the Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI)

This role supports JFC’s Community Strategic Plan priority focused on strengthening Jewish engagement among youth and teens. The Engagement Manager will collaborate with community partners — including congregations, the JCC, Shelanu, Rockwern Academy, AJC, and others — to explore and support social, educational, and leadership opportunities that deepen Jewish identity and strengthen peer connections.

JFC will convene stakeholders and help determine the Federation’s appropriate role in supporting and…