About the Opportunity

The Executive Vice President for Birthright Israel North America, Inc. (BRINA) – the U.S.-based subsidiary of Birthright Israel International (Taglit) – will serve as the organization’s leading professional in the United States and Canada and as a member of Taglit’s International Senior Management Team.

As Birthright Israel celebrates its 25th anniversary, this leader will play a pivotal role in shaping its next chapter of growth and impact. The EVP will develop, oversee, and implement strategic partnerships with campuses, communities, and organizations to elevate Birthright Israel’s North American profile, expand recruitment and participation across its suite of programs.

Serving as both a strategic thought partner and movement builder, the EVP will help lead the organization with inspiration, authenticity, and purpose—advancing Birthright Israel’s mission to strengthen Jewish identity, community, and connection to Israel for the next generation.

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Key Responsibilities

Organizational and Strategic Leadership

• Serve as the primary liaison between North American and Israeli teams, articulating North American perspectives and providing insight into the region’s unique cultural and organizational context during all management discussions.
• Represent insights on young North American Jewish adults to inform communal strategy and strengthen the organization’s thought leadership and storytelling.
• Collaborate with the Birthright Israel Foundation to steward funders and Federations by providing program updates, supporting grant materials, and participating in presentations and allocation meetings.
• Oversee a 15-member team, aligning departments through effective communication, mentorship, and strategic coordination to achieve key organizational priorities.

Partnership and Community Engagement

• Identify, build and secure new partnerships to grow brand recognition and market awareness as well as program and participant opportunities.
• Cultivate relationships with influencers, educators, and other strategic partners to expand Birthright Israel’s reach and impact.
• Monitor trends across campuses, media, and the Jewish political sphere, building relationships with Jewish leaders and Israeli diplomats to maintain strategic alignment.

Brand Representation and Reach

• Represent Birthright Israel in North America at key convenings and public forums, serving as a visible and trusted organizational advocate—particularly related to strategy, recruitment, education, and program development.
• Drive organizational reach into new and diverse markets to engage potential participants across North America.
• Partner with the Birthright Israel Foundation team to translate program outcomes and participant experiences into compelling narratives that inspire donor commitment and community engagement.‍

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Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate will combine leadership, exceptional relationship-building and communication skills to connect North American and Israeli stakeholders in advancing Birthright Israel’s mission to strengthen Jewish identity, community, and connection with Israel.

The Executive Vice President will bring:

• Significant senior leadership experience, with superior people skills, and the ability to lead through influence, collaboration and inspiration.
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to articulate vision, inspire teams, and engage diverse audiences within and beyond the organization.
• Deep knowledge of the Jewish communal landscape and North American–Israel relations, including familiarity with leading institutions, stakeholders, and the political and cultural contexts that shape both environments. Able to represent and articulate the North American perspective with diplomacy, nuance, and confidence.
• Insight into young Jewish audiences, with a keen understanding of their motivations, perspectives, and engagement patterns — and the ability to translate those insights into compelling strategies and communications.
• Proven ability to collaborate across sectors and build trusted partnerships, clear communication, and executive presence — fostering alignment and shared commitment across diverse partners and constituencies.
• A deep personal commitment to Birthright Israel’s vision, embracing its mission to strengthen Jewish identity and connection to Israel for generations to come.

Education: Bachelor’s degree required.

Language Hebrew comprehension required.

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Compensation

‍Salary range of $300,000 – $325,000 commensurate with experience.

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Location

‍BRINA’s New York City Headquarters; in-office Monday–Thursday.

Travel: Regular travel required, 25+%.

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To apply: Please submit your resume and a thoughtful cover letter.‍

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About the Organization

Launched in 1999 with the bold vision of strengthening Jewish identity through transformative Israel experiences, Birthright Israel has brought over 900,000 young adults to Israel. What began as a single trip has evolved into a suite of immersive programs—including the Classic 10-day trip, Excel, Onward, and Volunteer in Israel—each offering unique pathways for Jewish young adults to connect, grow, and contribute.

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To learn more about Taglit Birthright Israel, click here.