Miles Nadal Jewish Community Centre

Job title	Senior Director of Jewish Life
Reports to	Chief Experience Officer
Department	Jewish Life

About the MNjcc

The Miles Nadal JCC (MNjcc) is a vibrant and welcoming hub that celebrates diversity, promotes wellness, and fosters a strong sense of community. Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, we offer inclusive programs in fitness, arts and culture, education, and Jewish life, serving people of all backgrounds and abilities. By joining this dynamic Centre of wellness, culture, community and belonging, you will contribute to the well-being of the community and the fiber of a strong and vibrant downtown core.

Position Summary

The Senior Director of Jewish Life is a visionary and strategic leader responsible for shaping, implementing, and advancing the MNjcc’s Jewish Life engagement strategy. This role focuses on building inclusive, meaningful, and accessible Jewish experiences; deepening community connections across diverse demographics; and creating sustainable pathways for Jewish identity, culture and learning. This senior leader serves as a key collaborator across departments and a thought partner to the Executive Team, ensuring that Jewish life thrives at the JCC in ways that are relevant, inclusive and resilient. All work within the organization ladders up to the strategic plan.

Schedule Information

• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week/regular schedule. 
• Evening and weekend work is required
• This position is an in-person role and required to work on site.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Develop and lead a comprehensive and robust Jewish Life strategy aligned with the JCC’s mission, vision, and values.
• Identify emerging trends, needs, and opportunities within the Jewish community and integrate insights into program design and organizational priorities.
• Build frameworks that support resilience, belonging, and Jewish identity in today’s complex and rapidly evolving environment.

Program Development & Implementation

• Oversee the design, execution, and evaluation of a rich suite of programs, events, and initiatives focused on Jewish culture, learning, holidays, ritual, arts, and Israel programming.
• Ensure programming and initiatives are pluralistic, inclusive, and available for diverse backgrounds, identities, and abilities.
• Develop initiatives that span life stages and demographics—families, teens, young adults, interfaith households, older adults, newcomers, etc.
• Create sustainable program models that balance impact, resources, and long-term growth.
• Identify innovative opportunities and lead programmatic initiatives that elevate the member experience and expand organizational impact.

Community Building & Relationship Development

• Cultivate strong relationships with members, partner organizations, synagogues, schools, and community leaders.
• Foster a sense of belonging, connection, and shared purpose across all segments of the community.
• Serve as a connector and convener, strengthening collaborative opportunities across the Jewish ecosystem.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Recruit, supervise, and mentor staff, educators, and facilitators delivering Jewish related initiatives.
• Model teamwork, communication, adaptability, and a solutions-oriented mindset.

Thought Leadership & Representation

• Bring contemporary Jewish educational expertise and thought leadership to the organization.
• Serve as a representative of the MNjcc in community forums, coalitions, and partnerships related to Jewish Life.
• Contribute to staff learning and development on Jewish content, culture, Israel and pluralism.

Operational & Administrative Oversight

• Manage budgets, grants, partnerships, and reporting related to Jewish Life.
• Ensure programs meet quality, safety, accessibility, and inclusion standards.
• Track outcomes, impact, and community needs to inform ongoing improvements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Advanced knowledge of Jewish culture, history, lifecycle, ritual, holidays, and contemporary issues—including familiarity with a wide spectrum of Jewish identities and practices.
• Deep understanding of Israel, its history, culture, people, and current dynamics is an asset.
• Minimum 7–10 years' experience in Jewish communal leadership, experiential education, programming, or related fields.
• Proven track record in strategic planning, program development, and sustainable initiatives.
• Demonstrated success working with diverse populations and fostering inclusive environments.
• Strong relationship building, facilitation, and communication skills.
• Experience supervising teams, budgets, and partnerships.
• Creative, adaptable, and mission-driven, with the ability to navigate sensitive topics with care and confidence.

Expectations 

• Team Collaboration & Initiative - Applicants should thrive in a collaborative environment and should be eager to support the broader team’s success.
• We value individuals who are proactive, take ownership, and are willing to roll up their sleeves to help where and as needed.
• Adaptability, initiative, and a solutions-oriented approach are key.
• Strong interpersonal skills – both written and oral
• Establish and maintain professional working relationships with all levels of the organization
• Ability to understand and embrace MNjcc culture
• Abide by the MNjcc Code of Conduct
• Attend staff training functions, meetings, and, on occasion, social events
• Some duties and responsibilities may change or be added from time to time.

What We Offer

• A leadership role shaping the future of Jewish life at a vibrant, pluralistic JCC.
• The opportunity to work with a dynamic team that values collaboration, creativity, and community impact.
• A workplace that embraces diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

Salary and Benefits

• Annual salary range: $85,000 - $90,000  commensurate with experience.
• A range of supplemental insurance plans, including medical (including vision care), dental, life, critical illness, and LTD.
• An employee assistance program.
• Membership for yourself, spouse, and children at the MNjcc fitness Centre, as well as discounts on most programs.
• RRSP matching

How to apply:

• Email resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject “Application: Senior Director Jewish Life”.  Please let us know how you heard about the position.
• Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
• Please note, while we appreciate everyone who applies, we are only able to respond to applicants moving to the next stage of the recruitment process.
• The MNjcc does not use AI in the screening process.

Alternate Formats and Accommodation:

Miles Nadal JCC values inclusivity, collaboration, physical and mental wellness, and fosters the growth and development of staff. We encourage applications from individuals who demonstrate a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, accessibility and inclusion and will contribute to our inclusive environment. You can learn more about our commitments here: https://www.mnjcc.org/learn-about-the-j.

The MNjcc welcomes and encourages applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, people of any and no faith, and others who reflect the diversity of our community, our city, and our country.

Alternate Formats and Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities:

The MNjcc is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and aims to ensure that dignity, integration, and equality of opportunity are embedded in all aspects of our organization's culture.

In accordance with the AODA, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities. Our human resources department will work with you to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. Please contact Prachi Khatri at:(416) 924-6211 x6404; [email protected]; or in person by appointment.