Senior Operations Director
Merraine Group, Bethesda, MD, United States
About the Opportunity:
We’re partnering with a highly respected, mission-driven private foundation focused on strengthening and investing in Jewish life and community – locally, nationally, and globally.
As the organization continues to grow, they’re seeking an experienced Operations Director to serve as a key strategic partner to the Executive Director and help ensure the organization runs with excellence, alignment, and intention.
This is a unique opportunity for someone who is deeply connected to the Jewish community and excited by the chance to help shape the infrastructure behind impactful, values-driven work.
A Note on Culture Fit :
A strong connection to the Jewish community – personally and/or professionally – is highly valued for this role.
What You’ll Do: This is a high-impact, highly visible role overseeing the full scope of internal operations. As Director of Operations, you will: Serve as a thought partner to senior leadership, helping drive organizational alignment and effectiveness Oversee core operational functions including finance, HR, IT, compliance, and grant administration Manage and collaborate with external partners (accounting, HR, IT, legal) and internal staff Lead operational planning for board meetings, retreats, and events Strengthen systems, processes, and workflows with an eye toward continuous improvement Ensure a high-functioning, welcoming, and well-run office environment Support a positive, mission-driven culture that reflects Jewish values and community connection
Who You Are: You thrive in a dynamic, mission-driven environment and enjoy being the operational backbone of an organization. You bring both strategic thinking and strong execution. 10+ years of relevant experience across operations, finance, HR, IT, or similar areas Strong familiarity with and lived connection to the Jewish communal landscape Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive A natural collaborator with excellent judgment and discretion Comfortable managing multiple priorities and working across functions Experience working closely with external vendors/consultants Experience communicating closely with Boards and liaising with various stakeholders A dynamic leader and supportive mentor Strong systems thinker who enjoys building and improving processes An entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to embrace organized chaos is a plus
Why Join This Team: Work closely with a dynamic group of senior leadership in the U.S. and in Israel in a trusted, strategic capacity Be part of a values-driven organization making meaningful impact in Jewish life Join a collaborative, thoughtful, and mission-oriented team Competitive compensation and outstanding benefits
If you’re someone who enjoys building, optimizing, and leading behind the scenes to make big impact possible, we’d love to hear from you!
As the organization continues to grow, they’re seeking an experienced Operations Director to serve as a key strategic partner to the Executive Director and help ensure the organization runs with excellence, alignment, and intention.
This is a unique opportunity for someone who is deeply connected to the Jewish community and excited by the chance to help shape the infrastructure behind impactful, values-driven work.
A Note on Culture Fit :
A strong connection to the Jewish community – personally and/or professionally – is highly valued for this role.
What You’ll Do: This is a high-impact, highly visible role overseeing the full scope of internal operations. As Director of Operations, you will: Serve as a thought partner to senior leadership, helping drive organizational alignment and effectiveness Oversee core operational functions including finance, HR, IT, compliance, and grant administration Manage and collaborate with external partners (accounting, HR, IT, legal) and internal staff Lead operational planning for board meetings, retreats, and events Strengthen systems, processes, and workflows with an eye toward continuous improvement Ensure a high-functioning, welcoming, and well-run office environment Support a positive, mission-driven culture that reflects Jewish values and community connection
Who You Are: You thrive in a dynamic, mission-driven environment and enjoy being the operational backbone of an organization. You bring both strategic thinking and strong execution. 10+ years of relevant experience across operations, finance, HR, IT, or similar areas Strong familiarity with and lived connection to the Jewish communal landscape Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive A natural collaborator with excellent judgment and discretion Comfortable managing multiple priorities and working across functions Experience working closely with external vendors/consultants Experience communicating closely with Boards and liaising with various stakeholders A dynamic leader and supportive mentor Strong systems thinker who enjoys building and improving processes An entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to embrace organized chaos is a plus
Why Join This Team: Work closely with a dynamic group of senior leadership in the U.S. and in Israel in a trusted, strategic capacity Be part of a values-driven organization making meaningful impact in Jewish life Join a collaborative, thoughtful, and mission-oriented team Competitive compensation and outstanding benefits
If you’re someone who enjoys building, optimizing, and leading behind the scenes to make big impact possible, we’d love to hear from you!