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Executive Director

Brown RISD Hillel

Background

Brown RISD Hillel (BRH) is more essential to thriving Jewish life on College Hill than ever before: Jewish faith and community are not only essential to Jewish students at Brown University and Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), but also a force for good at the universities. Jewish texts teach gratitude, patience, personal connection, purpose with humility, and the dignity of the individual. Brown RISD Hillel is a center of gravity on the two campuses and is helping define the fabric of the new Jewish America: it is one of the most exciting and innovative campus Hillels in the United States. It is a place of rich community, deep meaning, intellectual rigor, and spiritual resilience. It brings students together for Shabbat dinner, ensures a daily minyan, provides religious education, sustains Jewish traditions in the arts, and connects students with alumni mentors.

BRH works with an exceptionally engaged and curious student community, drawn from the most creative Ivy League university and the foremost art and design college in the country. Our students approach Judaism and the world with intellectual inquiry, imagination, and depth.

Close to 1,000 Jewish students (and hundreds of non-Jewish students) walk through the doors of the Hillel building each semester. Jewish students know they can go to the BRH building to be with other Jews, and students of every faith and background can convene at BRH in fellowship. BRH has intimate relationships with the Brown University administration, the RISD administration, and with Chabad of College Hill that allow it to better support a diversity of Jewish student life on the Brown and RISD campuses.

BRH is already a welcoming, bustling hive of activity staffed by a talented group of religious, programmatic, and engagement professionals. The next Executive Director will build on this foundation of success, bringing strategic focus, coordination, financial acumen, and momentum to a strong organization.

The new ED will be charged with leading and collaborating with staff to expand the reach and impact of BRH’s work: offering more pastoral care to young men and women seeking to make sense of their world, engaging more deeply with alumni mentors, broadening the arts program to include theater and music, developing innovative ways to deliver religious education, and exploring the potential of AI tools for the study of Jewish texts.

This is an opportunity for a seasoned executive leader to align the many aspects of BRH’s work into a clear and coherent whole. By setting priorities, supporting talented staff, and connecting the organization’s efforts across campuses, the Executive Director will help ensure that Hillel is central to the intellectual, cultural, and spiritual life of students. More than anything, the new ED will provide the strategic, financial, structural, and human resources support to ensure excellent program delivery and student experience across all dimensions. 

Position

The incoming Executive Director will provide executive leadership and strategic management to a team of talented religious, program, and engagement experts, aligning their work to build on the already vibrant Jewish life that exists on the Brown and RISD campuses.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the board to create a culture of excellence in governing BRH
• Work with the team to develop and execute plans to enhance Jewish life on College Hill through religious services, religious education, visual arts, performing arts, alumni engagement, career mentoring, faculty engagement, travel and social programming
• Engage with and inspire a broad range of engaged Brown and RISD students
• Help recruit diverse, intellectually-oriented, Jewishly-engaged students to campus
• Lead a $2M Annual Campaign and $15M Capital Campaign
• Ensure successful completion of $7M building renovation
• Inspire, oversee and performance manage a 12 person staff
• Develop and manage a $2.2M annual budget 

Objectives

• Provide strong executive leadership for a talented team of religious, program, and engagement staff, ensuring that BRH’s work is coordinated, strategic, and aligned with its mission.
• Ensure the financial health and long-term sustainability of the organization through effective fundraising and sound fiscal management.
• Set a standard for and inspire excellence across all aspects of BRH, including programming, fundraising, financial management, facility operations, and student experience.
• Engage and partner closely with the Board, drawing on trustees’ energy, judgment, and networks to advance BRH’s priorities.
• Build on BRH’s strong foundation to help define what it means to be Jewish today and to cultivate the Jewish leaders of the coming decades. Strengthen and expand the inclusive, vibrant, and pluralistic Jewish community, ensuring space for a range of perspectives and modes of observance.
• Maintain and build on strong relationships with Brown, RISD, and Chabad of College Hill and ensure meaningful engagement with both campus communities. 

Capabilities and Mindset Required for Success

• Highly developed executive leadership skills, including the ability to lead and inspire a team, effectively engage with a dedicated board of directors, raise funds in support of programs and capital projects, set and manage a $2.2M budget, oversee building operations, and build productive partnerships across the Brown and RISD campuses.
• Commitment to effective corporate governance, providing the team and the board with the information they need to stay informed and be maximally impactful in their roles. Enthusiasm for programmatic experimentation, providing the team with the resources they need to make those experiments a success.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, vibrant, and pluralistic Jewish community and creating the space for a range of perspectives and Jewish values.
• Effective communicator to all parts of the Brown and RISD communities (students, alumni, faculty, administration, parents).
• Compelling fundraiser, with the ability to maintain relationships with major donors, explain the vision for BRH, and steward resources carefully.
• Ability to inspire and manage performance for staff, with a willingness to have tough discussions when required.
• Ability to master operational details of a small, but complex organization (staff, building program, budgets).
• Commitment to Israel as a secure, democratic state.
• Commitment to engage with students with a range of political views and types of religious observance. 

Compensation

• Anticipated salary is $200K - $250K, commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability, generous vacation and sick leave, and parental leave
• Robust professional development, mentoring, and national network engagement through Hillel International
• Opportunities for domestic and international travel

Frequently cited statistics show that women and people from underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they think they meet 100% of the criteria. If you meet many but not all the criteria and feel you may be a good fit for the role, Brown RISD Hillel encourages you to apply.

Brown RISD Hillel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, national origin, ethnic origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in its employment policies. Brown RISD Hillel will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Bird launched micromobility. Now we’re shaping its future.

We’re Bird, and we’re on a mission to transform the way the world moves one ride at a time. Our products, services, and people share one common goal: to make cities more livable by empowering people and communities everywhere to move freely, discover new possibilities, and create a cleaner, more connected future. To cleaner air. To calmer streets. To cities built for people.

Who We Are

Bird is a global leader in micromobility, dedicated to shaping the future of urban movement. Our cleaner, affordable, and on-demand mobility solutions are available in over 200 cities worldwide.

We take a collaborative, community-first approach to micromobility. Bird partners closely with the cities in which it operates, leveraging our experience and safety-first technology to help them meet their shared mobility and climate goals and provide a reliable, affordable, and responsible transportation option for people who live and work there.

Our award-winning electric vehicles have empowered more than eighty-seven million rides in cities around the world and helped riders take carbon-free trips in more than 200 cities globally. And our teams are constantly pushing boundaries and challenging the status quo in pursuit of a brighter future.

Job Summary

The Operations Partner is a critical logistical role essential to Bird's success in Providence, RI. You will take responsibility for the logistics of the local fleet of e-scooters and e-bikes, ensuring they are charged, safe, and positioned correctly to meet the community's transportation needs.

We are looking for entrepreneurial individuals or logistics businesses ready to hit the ground running. Whether you are a solo operator with a single van or a fleet owner capable of deploying multiple drivers, you can scale this partnership to fit your capacity.

You will have the flexibility to choose how you operate:

• Maximize earnings by securing your own space (warehouse/facility) to charge vehicles overnight.
• Streamline operations by simply retrieving and transporting vehicles to our central warehouse.

This is a pay-per-task opportunity where earnings are directly tied to output. With an hourly range between $20-$30 per hour.

Important Details About the Role:

• This is an independent contractor position, not an employee role.
• You are responsible for your own tools, equipment, and any associated expenses required to complete your work.
• As an independent contractor, you manage your own schedule and workload to meet the operational needs of Bird.

Responsibilities

• Fleet Transportation: Utilize your vehicle(s) or fleet to collect, deploy, relocate, and retrieve e-scooters and e-bikes across Providence daily.
• Task-Based Operations (Choose your model):
• Retrieve & Charge (Highest Margin): Collect vehicles, charge them at your own secured facility, and deploy them the next morning.
• Retrieve & Drop-off: Collect vehicles and transport them to the local Bird warehouse for charging.
• Operational Management: Manage the end-to-end operation of your assigned portfolio, ensuring vehicles are available in high-demand areas.
• Maintenance & Quality: Perform light field checks to ensure vehicles are safe and environmentally friendly.
• Field Execution: Problem-solve in real-time to overcome obstacles, prioritize tasks, and navigate local geography efficiently.

Must Haves

• Vehicle Access (Required): Must own or have consistent access to at least one large vehicle (van/truck) suitable for transporting multiple scooters/bikes. Fleet owners with multiple vehicles/drivers are encouraged to apply.
• Storage Space (Asset): Access to a garage, warehouse, or commercial facility with electricity is highly preferred for maximizing earnings (allows for overnight charging).
• License: Valid Class 5 Driver's License (or applicable commercial license) with a clean driving record for all operating drivers.
• Physical Ability: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly; must be able to stoop, bend, walk, and stand for long periods while handling heavy equipment.
• Availability: Flexible schedule with a willingness to regularly operate on weekends.
• Tech-Savvy: Comfortable learning new mobile tools to locate and manage the fleet.
• Local Knowledge: Strong knowledge of Providence's local geography.

Why Bird Matters

Every time you hop on a Bird, you’re helping build a more livable city. We focus on four core pillars that reflect the impact of every ride:

• Freedom: We're the bridge that connects you to every experience—simple, convenient, and stress-free. We give you the freedom to move without limits.
• Exploration: We turn everyday trips into memorable experiences, sparking discovery and wonder as you connect with the world around you.
• Community: Taking a Bird is an act of citizenship. We create a sense of belonging and unity, knowing that the richer our communities become, the richer our lives become.
• Sustainability: Our electric vehicles reduce gas-powered car usage and lower carbon emissions. We enable responsible choices, creating tangible impact and driving progress toward a cleaner future.

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Chief Executive Officer, Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island 

About the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island 

The Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island (the “Alliance”) serves as the central hub of Jewish life in Rhode Island, enriching the quality of life for Jews locally, in Israel, and around the world. The Alliance fulfills this mission through philanthropy, planning, education and wellness opportunities, community relations, and volunteer recruitment and training. By bringing together service agencies, synagogues, and community organizations, the Alliance transforms Jewish tradition and values into action while addressing issues of shared concern across the community. 

In 2011, Rhode Island’s Jewish Federation, Jewish Community Center, and Bureau of Jewish Education integrated into a single organization – the Alliance – creating a more unified, efficient, and impactful communal system by combining fundraising, programming, and operations. Jewish Seniors Agency and Jewish Family Services later merged forming Jewish Collaborative Services. 

Today, the Alliance’s total giving is approximately $3.6 million. Housed within the Alliance’s JCC campus are a wide range of signature programs and services – including the Jewish Culture Festival which, brings in over 1,000 participants annually – the David C. Isenberg Early Childhood Center, Summer J-Camp, the Eides Family J-Space after-school program, Kosher Senior Café, Jewish Life and Learning (including the community’s Israel Desk), and J-Fitness.  

The Opportunity 

The Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island seeks an energetic, visionary, and passionate Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization into its next chapter. Reporting to the Board of Directors and partnering closely with senior volunteer and lay leadership, the CEO will build upon the Alliance’s strong foundation of dedicated traditional donors while guiding the organization toward new opportunities for growth, engagement, and impact. 

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of Jewish communal life in Rhode Island—strengthening philanthropy, fostering innovation, cultivating leadership, and serving as the primary ambassador and spokesperson for the Jewish community.  

The CEO will be responsible for developing and leading a professional staff of more than 100 full- and part-time employees, nurturing a committed cadre of volunteer leaders, and articulating and implementing a compelling vision that reflects Jewish values, community priorities, and long-term sustainability. Stakeholders emphasized the importance of a leader who approaches this role with humility, curiosity, and a commitment to listening and learning—particularly in the first year—balancing thoughtful pacing with forward momentum. 

Key Responsibilities 

Philanthropy & Resource Development 

• Serve as the Alliance’s lead fundraiser, directing all aspects of financial resource development 

• Steward and solicit major donors while strengthening annual campaign results and long-term philanthropic capacity 

• Implement innovative donor development strategies to enhance philanthropic growth at all levels 

• Cultivate and engage new donors while maintaining strong relationships with long-standing supporters 

• Partner effectively with lay leadership to advance a culture of generosity and shared responsibility 

Strategic & Community Leadership 

• Promote a comprehensive and compelling vision that aligns with existing strategic priorities while building consensus and positioning the Alliance for future growth 

• Inspire and model active participation in the greater Rhode Island Jewish community 

• Represent the Jewish community proudly to cultivate strategic partnerships with civic leaders, government officials, local media, donors, and broader community 

• Demonstrate a sustained commitment to relationship-building and long-term investment in the Rhode Island Jewish community 

• Strengthen connections between the Rhode Island Jewish community, partner organizations, Israel, and the global Jewish people 

• Foster inclusive engagement across generations, identities, and levels of Jewish involvement 

• Actively cultivate volunteer leadership and meaningful community participation 

• Inspire innovation while honoring the Alliance’s traditions, values, and communal legacy 

• Serve as the voice of the Jewish community during moments of communal tension, including issues related to Israel, antisemitism, and broader societal challenges 

Organizational & Operational Leadership 

• Create and sustain a culture of positivity, accountability, collaboration, and high performance 

• Lead and support a diverse staff of more than 100 employees across multiple programmatic areas 

• Oversee budgeting, financial planning, and long-term fiscal sustainability, ensuring sound financial stewardship 

• Maintain strong governance, policy compliance, and risk management practices 

• Foster innovation, teamwork, and best-in-class operational standards across the organization 

• Prioritize execution, infrastructure, and operational discipline, ensuring that strategy is grounded in organizational capacity and realistic pacing 

• Communicate clearly when decisions are made without full consensus, balancing transparency with decisiveness 

• Oversee the implementation of the organization’s strategic plan, translating long-term vision into priorities, measurable goals, and accountable execution across departments 

Core CEO Competencies & Qualifications 

The ideal candidate will demonstrate: 

• Proven executive leadership in complex, community-focused nonprofit organizations, preferably with budgets exceeding $7 million, demonstrating the ability to set strategic vision and drive strong operational and managerial execution 

• Experience in Federation, JCC, or Jewish communal settings desirable but not required 

• Demonstrated ability to translate vision into actionable goals, measurable outcomes, and operational follow-through 

• Outstanding communication and ambassadorial presence, with exceptional written, oral, and public-speaking skills and comfort leveraging digital platforms and media to engage stakeholders and expand organizational reach 

• Experience collaborating with nonprofit boards and excellence in lay-professional partnership 

• Philanthropic and financial resource development expertise, including a strong track record in donor cultivation, stewardship, and major gift fundraising, with knowledge of diversified revenue streams across a Federation/JCC model (major gifts, corporate relations, planned giving, and earned revenue) 

• Exceptional relationship-building and diplomatic leadership skills, including demonstrated success partnering with nonprofit boards, navigating competing viewpoints, managing difficult conversations, and serving as a trusted convener across diverse stakeholders and constituencies 

• Comfort leveraging digital platforms and media to engage stakeholders and expand organizational reach 

• Deep expertise in staff development, organizational culture, and talent management 

• A deep understanding of, and commitment to, Jewish life, Jewish values, and Israel 

• High personal integrity, sound judgment, and financial acumen 

• Advanced degree preferred 

Compensation Package 

The Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island offers a competitive and comprehensive compensation package, commensurate with experience and qualifications. 

Base Salary Range: $250,000-$300,000 

In addition to base compensation, the Alliance offers a robust set of benefits, including medical coverage, retirement support, generous paid time off, and professional development opportunities.  

The Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island is an equal opportunity employer.