Executive Assistant

Dayenu: A Jewish Call to Climate Action is seeking a half-time Executive Assistant who will provide high-level administrative support to the Founder & CEO.  

This is an opportunity to join a spirited and talented team of people passionate about addressing the climate crisis, work very closely with the Founder & CEO of a rapidly growing Jewish social justice organization, and be a core part of building a powerful Jewish climate movement.

The ideal candidate is exceedingly organized, has very strong written and verbal communication skills, is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and enjoys supporting others to do their best work. They must be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, complete detail oriented projects, prioritize effectively, and represent the organization with professionalism and warmth.

Location: Flexible; NYC- area preferred
Position Type: Half-time (20/hours/week)

To apply, go to: d.aye.nu/app

Applications Due: May 13

Anticipated Start Date:  July 5

Responsibilities

• Effectively and holistically manage the CEO’s calendar, including strategically scheduling meetings, responding to meeting requests, and creating and maintaining regular workblocks.
• Provide the CEO with necessary background and materials for meetings and support follow-up.
• Coordinate the CEO’s travel, including booking transportation and accommodations, conference and event registration, itinerary development, and preparation and follow-up.
• Provide administrative support to enable the CEO to work most effectively, including time and project management, expense reporting, support with presentations, and assisting with technology as needed.

• Draft, proofread, and edit correspondence, communications, and documents.
• Provide  administrative support for work with the Advisory Board and Steering Committee.
• Assist with special projects including all staff gatherings and retreats.
• Provide administrative support for additional areas of the CEO’s work as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous administrative experience and track record of excellence.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Keen attention to detail and ability to retain and organize information.
• Proficiency with technology such as Google Drive, Microsoft Office, MacOS, Zoom, Airtable, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, take initiative, set priorities, track multiple concurrent tasks and projects, meet deadlines, and respond to changing needs.
• Integrity, excellent judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to  master new skills quickly and self-train.
• High emotional intelligence and ease working with a diversity of people, and the ability to cultivate strong internal and external relationships, and project warmth, interest, and competence in all interactions.
• A high level of discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Commitment to building a Jewish climate movement.
• Knowledge of and experience working in/with the Jewish community and/or social justice movements a plus.
• Available for occasional evening and weekend work, travel, and 2 annual staff retreats.

Compensation

The salary range for this half-time position is $25K - $30K ($50K-$60K FTE) commensurate with experience. This role requires full status to work in the United States and willingness to provide employment verification as required. We offer a competitive benefits package, including paid vacation and sick days, major Jewish and federal holidays off, paid family leave, a health insurance stipend, professional development, and more. As the organization grows, there is the potential for this to become a full time position.

If you’re ready to join an ambitious team of passionate people
dedicated to building a powerful Jewish climate movement,
please fill out this application by Friday May 13th.

About Dayenu: A Jewish Call to Climate Action

Dayenu is building a movement of American Jews confronting the climate crisis with spiritual audacity and bold political action. We mobilize Jewish support for climate solutions, build our collective power, and raise up a spiritual, religious, and moral voice in the national and global movements confronting the climate crisis. We care deeply about equity and justice in our world and about the future we create for our children and future generations. We believe that together, drawing from our Jewish tradition, experience, and faith, we have the power to create real and lasting change.

We focus on three main areas of work: Bold action to advance comprehensive climate policy and ensure a just transition away from fossil fuels; spiritual adaptation that helps people confront the reality of the climate crisis and grapple with the deep spiritual and existential questions it raises; and movement-building.

Through a growing network of Dayenu Circles across the country and partnerships with Jewish communal institutions and multifaith and secular organizations, we're gathering, training, and taking collective action to advance systemic solutions to the climate crisis, at the scale that science and justice demand.

Dayenu is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to racial equity, accessibility, and social justice.  Sephardi and Mizrahi Jews, Black and Indigenous people, people of color, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA people are strongly encouraged to apply.  Dayenu does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, sex, age, gender identity or expression, or other status protected by applicable law.