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Chief Operating Officer

Hadar
New York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2025

The Hadar Institute is a center of Jewish learning that builds vibrant egalitarian communities in North America and Israel. Our vision for Jewish life is rooted in rigorous and nuanced Torah study, gender equality, meaningful Jewish practice, and the values of kindness and compassion. Since our founding in 2006, Hadar has impacted thousands of people through our programs and content, giving Jews of all ages the tools to access traditional texts and live inspired Jewish lives.

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Hadar seeks a Chief Operating Officer to join the organization’s Senior Leadership. Following the launch of Hadar’s newest Strategic Plan, we are excited to welcome a COO onto our team to help actualize much of what we’ve mapped out over the next 4 years. The COO will ensure the fiscal and administrative integrity of the organization as the budget and staff headcount both grow, align the organization’s information systems and technology with projected growth, and oversee the organization’s new facility. The COO will lead a team and report directly to the President and CEO. This is a full-time position based in New York City.

Responsibilities :

  • Provide strategic leadership to changes in operating models (e.g., growth plans, additional services, resource allocation, space usage, etc.).
  • Oversee annual budget process and provide financial supervision throughout the fiscal year including financial reporting.
  • Build and implement plans and processes to efficiently manage office operations in coordination with program schedules and events.
  • Develop and implement a technology strategy that aligns with the organization’s growth plans and strategic goals ensuring full optimization of existing platforms and technologies and / or recommending changes.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovations to enhance operational efficiency and program delivery.
  • Lead the annual audit process.
  • Manage organizational risk through ensuring legal compliance and appropriate insurance.
  • Manage relationships with external vendors and contractors, including negotiating contracts and ensuring service-level agreements are met.
  • Oversee HR portfolio including high-level approach to hiring, offboarding, policy development, payroll, and benefits among others.
  • Oversee all aspects of property maintenance.
  • Manage new organizational priorities as they arise.

Requirements :

  • 10 years of management experience in finance, ideally with 5 years of increasing responsibility in operational disciplines.
  • Professional experience in the nonprofit sector is ideal; a financial leadership career in the private sector is also welcomed.
  • Ability to think creatively and problem solve issues as they arise.
  • Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, regulations, and compliance preferred.
  • Excellent track record of hands-on leadership and management, building and developing a diverse team.
  • Proven ability to develop, analyze, interpret, and communicate financial statements, budgets, and forecasts to diverse audiences including the Board of Directors.
  • Effectively analyzes data to inform decision-making.
  • Solid understanding of information technology solutions, systems, operating systems, and networking.
  • Strong strategic acumen, with proven ability to develop operating plans.
  • Excellent project management skills as demonstrated by successful implementation of plans.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong presentation skills.
  • Understanding of and deep interest in Hadar’s mission.
  • Experience with Salesforce and Sage Accounting a plus.

    • Benefits Package :

    The Hadar Institute offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Long-Term Care Insurance, and much more.

  • Paid Legal Holidays
  • Paid Personal Time
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Leaves of Absence

    • Salary :

    The salary range for this position is from $190,000 - $200,000.

    Application Process :

    Please include a link to a 60-second video explaining why you are interested in working at Hadar as the Chief Operating Officer.

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    Salary : $190,000 - $200,000

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