Director, US Jewish Grantmaking

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At Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies, we strive for a future in which the United States and Israel live up to their highest ideals and achieve more just and inclusive societies. In the U.S., we work to advance racial, gender and economic equity and foster a more joyful and diverse Jewish community. In Israel, we work toward a secure homeland for the Jewish people, a thriving democracy and an inclusive society that cares for its most vulnerable.

We aim to drive and support long-term systemic change through investments in leaders, organizations and U.S. public policy.

Our vision for achieving more just and inclusive societies starts within our organization. Every day, our team members work in partnership to support pathways to greater equity and inclusion for everyone. We look for team members who embody our core values of Equity, Impact, Optimism, Humility and Collaboration, and who are passionate about our mission. You can learn more about who we are and our mission and values on our website.

The Director, U.S. Jewish Grantmaking works across our U.S. Jewish Grantmaking Team. This Director works under the supervision of the Senior Director, U.S. Jewish and closely with the Co-President.

Schusterman employees work a weekly hybrid schedule with a mix of in-office time and work-from-home flexibility. For this role, there is a preference to be in Greater Washington, DC, with consideration for Greater New York, NY. The U.S. Jewish Grantmaking Team also comes together in-person at the Washington, D.C. office as well as field-wide convenings and events monthly, so the ability to travel to these is required.

This is a full‑time position.
Please note that Schusterman does not cover relocation expenses for this position.

The Director, U.S. Jewish Grantmaking at Schusterman Family Philanthropies will oversee a strategic portfolio of grants, partnerships, and initiatives aimed at strengthening and advancing the U.S. Jewish community. This role involves leading teams, developing and executing strategies, engaging with key stakeholders—including nonprofit leaders, philanthropists, community organizations, and thought leaders—and ensuring alignment with Schusterman’s strategy and priorities. The Director will serve as a thought leader and advisor, leveraging research, policy analysis, and coalition building to drive impact.

Specific

Responsibilities include:

• Oversee and manage a portfolio of grants focused on strengthening the U.S. Jewish community and Israel, ensuring strategic alignment with Schusterman’s organizational values and priorities.
• Develop and execute strategies to advance initiatives that foster a deep connection with the Jewish people and Israel.
• Manage, mentor, and support team members, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high‑performing work environment. Provide guidance, professional development, and performance feedback to ensure team success.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including nonprofit leaders, philanthropists, educators, and community partners.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on U.S. Jewish and Israel affairs, providing strategic insights, updates, and recommendations to Schusterman's senior leadership.
• Coordinate closely with other Schusterman teams to ensure strategic and grantee alignment around advancing the U.S. Jewish community.
• Cultivate stronger relationships between grantees to ensure a more coordinated, cohesive, and effective approach to our work.
• Identify and cultivate new funding opportunities and partnerships to expand the impact of Schusterman’s work in this arena.
• Represent the organization in high‑level meetings, conferences, and public fora related to U.S. Jewish life and philanthropy and help coordinate and prepare for related CLSFP leadership meetings.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on grant performance, ensuring accountability and measurable impact.

We seek team members who are aligned with our organizational…