As the major instrument of Jewish philanthropy and engagement in the Detroit area, the Jewish Federation of Detroit is committed to caring for the needs of the Jewish people and building a vibrant Jewish future. The Director of Affinities is responsible for creating meaningful engagement opportunities among affinity and professional groups, primarily adults ages 40-65, connecting community members to Federation and Jewish life through strategic programming, relationship-building, leadership development, and philanthropy.
Responsibilities include leadership and oversight of multiple affinity groups (program planning, volunteer engagement, budgeting, and goal setting), an annual signature event, boutique domestic and international travel experiences, donor cultivation and active participation in the Annual Campaign, and supervision of department staff including an Associate Director, Associate, and Administrative Assistant.
Qualifications: a strategic thinker and natural connector with strong leadership and relationship-building skills; Bachelor's degree required; excellent communication, organizational, and project management abilities; and willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed (flex time provided).