J Street is a political advocacy organization that mobilizes pro-Israel, pro-peace, and pro-democracy Americans to promote U.S. foreign policies aligned with Jewish and democratic values. The organization advocates for securing Israel as a democratic homeland for the Jewish people while simultaneously advancing freedom, safety, and self-determination for the Palestinian people through a two-state solution.
Core Work Focus Areas
Policy Advocacy: Promoting pro-Israel, pro-peace, and pro-democracy agendas within the U.S. Congress, the media, and the broader Jewish community.
Political Action: Endorsing and raising campaign funds for federal candidates who align with the organization’s legislative and diplomatic goals through its political action committee, JStreetPAC.
Public Education: Raising public awareness and educating the community on the complex dynamics of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Organizational Culture & Operational Principles
Core Values: The staff operates on Impact (measuring tangible progress), Adaptability (creative problem-solving), and Alignment (unity behind a shared mission).
Workplace Environment: The organization features a progressive workspace, utilizing a collaborative multi-regional team structure (such as the 7-person Capital, South, and Mountain West fundraising team).
Labor Relations: J Street recognizes a staff bargaining unit affiliated with the IFPTE Local 70 union for non-profit workers.
The Opportunity
The Relationship Manager will be a key member of a seven-person team responsible for fundraising, acquiring and stewarding donors, engaging leadership, and deepening J Street’s impact in the Capital, South, and Mountain West. They will be responsible for creating and executing plans that grow the organization’s lay leadership ranks, raise operating funds, and facilitate political donations to JStreetPAC and our endorsed candidates in the Greater Washington, DC region.
The ideal candidates for this position will have a strong interest in fundraising and in cultivating lay leadership, and be excited to work at the intersection of U.S. politics and the Jewish community. This position is perfect for individuals at any level who are talented at building relationships and motivating people to take action.