layiq

/la·yiq/adjective

worthy; deserving; fitting; suitable.

A role, opportunity, or path that merits attention, time, and pursuit.

Chief Executive Officer- Jewish Federation of Western Massachusetts at The Jewish Federations of North America | LAYIQ

Organizational Leadership and Strategic Vision
Provide strategic leadership to the Board, staff, and broader community by developing and advancing a clear vision that strengthens JFWM’s role as a central convener and leader.
Lead, develop, and inspire the professional team through strong supervision, coaching, and mentorship, fostering a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing organizational culture.
Recruit, lead, and evaluate a high-performing professional and lay team capable of effectively advancing JFWM’s mission and core programs.
Ensure that JFWM’s human resources, data platforms, and systems are aligned and optimized to support organizational goals and evolving needs.
Resource Development
Lead the organization’s fundraising strategy, strengthening donor engagement and growing both the annual campaign and overall donor base.
Actively cultivate relationships with major donors and personally solicit leadership gifts for the annual campaign, designated initiatives, and endowment.
Leverage data, analytics, and prospect research to strengthen fundraising systems and inform strategic decision-making.
Community Relations
Advance JFWM’s role as a convener and facilitator of strategic partnerships, programs, and community-wide initiatives.
Partner closely with volunteer and professional leaders to foster collaboration with community agencies and stakeholders.
Serve as the organization’s chief ambassador and spokesperson, representing JFWM with community partners, funders, and local, national, and international stakeholders.
Ensure that JFWM’s story, messaging, and positions are clearly articulated and effectively communicated to both the Jewish and broader community.
Maintain a visible and engaged presence across the religious, cultural, and social life of the community.
Board and Lay Partnerships
Develop and execute short- and long-term strategies to engage, cultivate, and sustain a strong pipeline of lay leadership.
Serve as a trusted advisor to the Board across areas including finance, policy, programs, and governance.
Partner with the Board to shape and advance JFWM’s strategic vision and leadership priorities.
Cultivate, recruit, and retain top lay leaders, ensuring thoughtful placement and ongoing engagement.
Financial and Operational Management
Provide sound fiscal leadership and strong fiduciary oversight to ensure the organization’s financial health and sustainability.
Partner with staff and volunteer leadership responsible for finance and administration to ensure effective financial management and oversight.
Lead the development of JFWM’s annual budget, ensuring alignment, transparency, and buy-in from lay leadership.

Chief Executive Officer- Jewish Federation of Western Massachusetts

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