Application Guide

How to Apply for Advocacy & Leadership Program Coordinator

at Uri L'Tzedek

🏢 About Uri L'Tzedek

Uri L'Tzedek is a social justice organization grounded in Orthodox Jewish values, working to create a more just and compassionate world. They uniquely combine Torah scholarship with advocacy, making them a distinctive voice in both the Jewish and broader social justice communities. Working here offers the chance to make a tangible impact on policy and community leadership while being part of a mission-driven team.

About This Role

This role is central to Uri L'Tzedek's presence in Washington, D.C., bridging operational support with outward-facing advocacy. You'll coordinate fellowships and educational programs while also representing the organization in coalition meetings and legislative discussions. This is a unique opportunity to shape Jewish social justice advocacy from the ground up, ensuring an Orthodox Jewish perspective is heard in critical national conversations.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with a virtual team check-in, followed by coordinating logistics for an upcoming fellowship session. You might spend the afternoon in a coalition meeting or a call with a partner organization, then dedicate time to developing advocacy materials or recruiting speakers for future programs. Evenings could involve hosting a virtual class or networking event, making each day a dynamic mix of planning, outreach, and direct engagement.

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🎯 Who Uri L'Tzedek Is Looking For

  • A proactive self-starter who thrives in a remote work environment, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.
  • A strong networker and relationship builder, comfortable engaging with policymakers, faith leaders, and community partners.
  • An organizer with experience in program coordination, curriculum development, and participant recruitment, ideally in a nonprofit or educational setting.
  • Deeply committed to social justice and familiar with Orthodox Jewish values and Torah principles, able to integrate them into advocacy and programming.

📝 Tips for Applying to Uri L'Tzedek

1

Customize your resume to highlight any experience with advocacy, coalition-building, or working with Jewish communities, using specific examples.

2

In your cover letter, explicitly state your connection to Orthodox Judaism or your understanding of Torah-based social justice, as this is central to the role.

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Demonstrate your ability to work remotely by mentioning past remote roles or your strategies for staying organized and communicative.

4

Show your passion for social justice by referencing specific issues or campaigns you've been involved in, aligning with Uri L'Tzedek's mission.

5

Since the role involves curriculum development, mention any experience you have teaching, facilitating, or creating educational materials.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Explain why Uri L'Tzedek's mission resonates with you personally and how your background aligns with their Torah-based social justice approach.", 'Highlight your experience in advocacy, particularly in D.C. or with policy-related work, and your ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.', 'Showcase your program coordination skills, including fellowship management, event planning, and curriculum development.', 'Emphasize your self-motivation and ability to thrive in a remote role, with examples of successful independent work.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review Uri L'Tzedek's website and recent initiatives to understand their current advocacy campaigns and focus areas.
  • → Look into their leadership team and staff to understand the organizational culture and who you'd be working with.
  • → Familiarize yourself with their programs, like the Tzedek Fellowship or other classes, to see how this role fits into their structure.
  • → Research their past and current partnerships in D.C. to see how they've engaged with policy and faith communities.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you approach building relationships with policymakers in D.C. to represent Uri L'Tzedek's mission?
2 Describe a time you developed or led a program or fellowship. What was your approach and what impact did it have?
3 How do you stay organized and motivated when working remotely? Can you give an example of a project you managed independently?
4 What does social justice through a Torah lens mean to you, and how might that shape your advocacy strategies?
5 How would you recruit participants for our programs and engage our target audience effectively?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't submit a generic application that doesn't address Uri L'Tzedek's specific mission or the Orthodox Jewish context.
  • Avoid overlooking the 'Washington D.C. based' requirement—if you're not local, don't apply unless you clearly state your plan to relocate.
  • Don't focus only on the administrative aspects; show you're excited about the leadership and advocacy components of the role.
  • Don't forget to mention your ability to work remotely and your experience with virtual programming, as this is a remote position.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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