Program Associate, Teen Philanthropy and Engagement

Are you looking for a mission-driven non-profit where your skills can help people in need around the world? At the Jewish United Fund (JUF), we take pride in our mission and in having a work culture that fosters a sense of belonging and feels rewarding, supportive, and inclusive. We have a hybrid schedule and offer generous benefits including a 401(k) match, up to 22 days of paid time off (starting with 15), up to 11 sick days (starting with 7), and up to 21 paid holidays. The salary range for this role is $50,000-$54,000.

What You'll Be Responsible For:

As the Teen Philanthropy Program Associate, you will lead and grow JUF's teen philanthropy initiatives-including Voices: The Chicago Jewish Teen Foundation's 101 and Alumni Boards, iGive, and Social Justice Giving Circles. You'll design and implement innovative strategies to expand our reach and deepen teen engagement in Jewish values-driven giving. You'll collaborate with local organizations to deliver high-impact educational content and mentor emerging teen leaders to become changemakers in their communities.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead the strategic planning, execution, and evaluation of all teen philanthropy programs, including the implementation of Honeycomb curricula and Amplifier resources
• Oversee recruitment, application processes, and participant onboarding
• Develop and manage marketing and outreach campaigns
• Build partnerships with local, national, and international nonprofits to source impactful grant proposals
• Cultivate relationships with Jewish educators and youth professionals across Chicago to expand program reach
• Manage teen philanthropy program budget
• Maintain accurate participant data and engagement records in Salesforce
• Represent JUF Teens at professional development and networking events
• Support department-wide teen initiatives, including occasional evening, weekend, and travel-based programming
• Support JUF Campaign and mandatory campaign-related activities on an ongoing basis

What You Need to Succeed:

• Bachelors degree (preferred) in education, social work, nonprofit management, or related field or associate's degree plus two years of full-time work experience
• 1+ year of work experience, preferably in youth engagement, camping, or an educational setting
• Ability to use Microsoft Office required; experience with Salesforce a plus
• Exceptional communication skills and a passion for inspiring young leaders
• Strong communication skills and fluency in social media platforms
• Knowledge of basic Jewish values, customs, and rituals
• If youre excited about this role but your experience doesn't align with qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.

What you'll love about us:

At JUF, you can be part of one of the largest non-profit social welfare institutions in Illinois. We provide food, refuge, healthcare, education, emergency assistance, and essential services to 500,000 Chicagoans of all faiths and millions of Jews around the world. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with base contribution and match, additional health and wellness benefits, financial benefits, professional training, tuition reimbursement, paid family leave, and much more.

Our Schedule:

We have a hybrid work policy to allow staff the flexibility to work from home / remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Tuesdays-Thursdays, the standard work location is 30 South Wells Street in Chicago, and staff are expected to work in person. We have a 36.5 hour work week, not a 40 hour work week. Our work hours are 8:30am-5pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am-4pm Friday with a daily 1 hour lunch break.

Job Category: Union Eligible