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NCSY, a project of the Orthodox Union, connects with Jewish teens through innovative, cutting-edge social and recreational programs to develop a positive Jewish identity. NCSY Inspires Jewish teens ...

FP&A Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$140K - $175K/yr

The Orthodox Union (OU) is the largest Orthodox Jewish organization in the United States, founded in 1898. The OU supports a vast network of synagogues, youth programs, advocacy efforts, services for ...

The Orthodox Union (OU) is the largest Orthodox Jewish organization in the United States, founded in 1898. The OU supports a vast network of synagogues, youth programs, advocacy efforts, services for ...

Yachad, a division of The Orthodox Union, the nation's largest Orthodox Jewish organization‚ supports individuals with intellectual, developmental, and learning disabilities. Yachad helps these ...

Yachad, a division of The Orthodox Union, the nation's largest Orthodox Jewish organization' supports individuals with intellectual, developmental, and learning disabilities. Yachad helps these ...

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Board Relations & Governance Executive Fellow

Orthodox Union

Manhattan, NY • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

Who We Are:
The Orthodox Union (OU) is one of the largest Orthodox Jewish organizations in the United States. Founded in 1898, the OU supports a network of synagogues, youth programs, Jewish and Religious Zionist advocacy programs, programs for the disabled, localized religious study programs, and international units. The OU maintains a kosher certification service, whose circled U symbol, Ⓤ, is found on the labels of many kosher commercial and consumer food products.
 
About the OU Executive Fellowship
The OU Executive Fellowship is a 10-month professional development program for a selective cohort of post-college Jewish adults eager to explore and invest in initiatives that service the Jewish community – locally and globally. The Fellowship experience is full-time, paid, and blends OU department-specific work with cohort-based, hands-on learning opportunities beyond the walls of Headquarters. The Fellowship runs from September 1, 2026 – June 24, 2027.
 
Position Summary:
The Board Relations & Governance Fellow will support the work of the OU’s Board of Directors and lay leadership at a pivotal moment, including preparation for the OU Convention in February 2027, when the next Board of Directors will be nominated and confirmed.
Responsibilities: 
  • Actively support meetings of the OU Board of Directors, Executive Committee, and select committees 
  • Assist with preparation of board materials, agendas, briefing documents, and meeting logistics 
  • Draft internal summaries, background memos, and leadership materials for senior staff and lay leaders 
  • Track board actions, resolutions, attendance, and follow-up items 
  • Support governance processes related to the Board Leadership Accelerator, including: 
    • Governance policy review 
    • Maintaining accurate records of board membership & committee participation 
    • Assist with planning and coordination related to the OU Convention and board transition process, including: 
    • Board member nomination and vetting 
    • Leadership onboarding materials 
    • Delegate confirmation & participation 
    • Board records for the new term 
    • Conduct research and special projects in support of governance and leadership initiatives 
 
Qualifications :  
  • Bachelor’s degree 
  • Strong writing, organizational, and analytical skills 
  • High level of discretion, professionalism, and attention to detail 
  • Interest in nonprofit governance, leadership development, or Jewish communal service 
  • Familiarity with the Orthodox Jewish community is strongly preferred