Position Overview

The VP, Engagement and Mobilization translates CIJA's national strategy into coordinated action. This role owns execution: building and running the systems, programs, and relationships that turn community and ally engagement into measurable policy and institutional outcomes.

Reporting to the SVP, Community Engagement, the VP leads a national team and works in close coordination with national and regional VPs, along with a dotted line relationship to regional mobilization staff.

This is a role for someone who is operationally excellent, politically sharp, and energized by building things that work at scale.

Key Responsibilities

Execution and Integration

• Lead day-to-day execution of CIJA's national mobilization strategy, translating the SVP's vision into operational plans with clear owners, timelines, and outcomes.
• Ensure regional mobilization directors have the direction, tools, and support they need to execute locally.

Team Leadership

• Supervise and develop the national mobilization team.
• Set clear performance expectations and hold the team accountable to measurable outcomes.
• Build a high-performance team culture grounded in collaboration, urgency, and impact.

National Initiatives

• Own and advance CIJA's national coalitions, coordinating with other organizations and partners to align strategy and reduce duplication.
• Strategic Contribution
• Contribute mobilization expertise to CIJA's implementation planning and organizational strategy.
• Advise the SVP on emerging opportunities, risks, and gaps in the mobilization portfolio.
• Build and maintain expertise in grassroots organizing, digital mobilization, and coalition management, keeping CIJA's approach current and competitive.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in community organizing, grassroots mobilization, political campaigns, association management or public affairs at a senior level.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong operational and project management skills. You build systems, not just relationships.
• Experience working across organizational functions and coordinating with peers in communications and government relations.
• Excellent judgment. You know when to move fast and when to escalate.
• Strong communicator, both in writing and in person.
• Familiarity with the Canadian Jewish community and advocacy landscape.
• Experience with digital mobilization platforms, CRM systems, and data-driven engagement.

Working Conditions

• Based in Toronto. Some flexibility available.
• Domestic travel required.
• Flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. This position will be based in CIJA’s Toronto Office. Please note that applications will be considered as they are received. Only candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted. No walk-ins or phone calls, please. Deadline for submissions is May 29, 2026

 

Salary commensurate with experience. $140,000-$170,000