Application Guide

How to Apply for National Rabbinic Organizer

at T'ruah: The Rabbinic Call for Human Rights

🏢 About T'ruah: The Rabbinic Call for Human Rights

T'ruah: The Rabbinic Call for Human Rights is a unique organization that mobilizes rabbis and cantors to advance human rights through the lens of Jewish tradition. Working here means joining a mission-driven team that values relational organizing, accountability, and empathetic communication, with a focus on concrete change in North America, Israel, and Palestine.

About This Role

As National Rabbinic Organizer, you will build and engage a network of rabbis and cantors to lead on human rights campaigns, working closely with the Senior Director of Campaigns and Organizing. This role is impactful because it leverages Jewish leadership to shift power dynamics and achieve tangible justice outcomes, from local advocacy to international solidarity.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with a check-in with the Senior Director on campaign milestones, followed by a virtual meeting with rabbis in a target city to plan a local action. Afternoon could involve drafting a Torah-based resource for a human rights campaign, then updating the CRM with new contacts and following up on coalition partnerships. Evenings might include attending a virtual community event or leading a text study on justice.

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🎯 Who T'ruah: The Rabbinic Call for Human Rights Is Looking For

  • An ordained rabbi or cantor with at least 3-5 years of community organizing experience, including direct action, coalition building, and campaign strategy.
  • A strategic thinker who can move from idea to implementation, with a track record of managing complex projects and meeting deadlines.
  • A relationship-builder who thrives on diverse partnerships and can represent T'ruah's positions on Israel/Palestine and US human rights issues with nuance and clarity.
  • A detail-oriented project manager comfortable with remote work, data tracking (e.g., CRM), and asynchronous collaboration tools.

📝 Tips for Applying to T'ruah: The Rabbinic Call for Human Rights

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In your resume, explicitly list organizing wins (e.g., policy changes, coalition growth) and link them to your rabbinic/cantor role.

2

Tailor your cover letter to show how your Jewish learning (e.g., a specific Torah portion) informs your organizing approach.

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Highlight experience with Israel/Palestine human rights issues, including how you navigate complex conversations within Jewish communities.

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Demonstrate comfort with remote work by mentioning specific tools you've used (e.g., Slack, Zoom, Airtable) and how you maintain team cohesion.

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Include a brief example of how you've integrated Jewish ritual or text into an organizing campaign.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your personal motivation for combining rabbinic/cantor identity with organizing for human rights, especially on Israel/Palestine.', "Concrete examples of campaigns you've led or contributed to, with measurable outcomes.", "How you align with T'ruah's values of accountability, learning, and empathetic communication.", 'Your ability to build relationships across diverse Jewish communities and with non-Jewish partners.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review T'ruah's current campaigns on their website, especially on immigration, voting rights, and Israel/Palestine.
  • → Read recent statements or op-eds by T'ruah leadership on human rights issues.
  • → Familiarize yourself with the organization's history and its network of rabbis and cantors.
  • → Look into T'ruah's partnerships with other Jewish and non-Jewish human rights groups.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you engage a rabbi who is hesitant about T'ruah's stance on Israel/Palestine?
2 Describe a time you organized a campaign that had a clear power analysis and shifted decision-makers.
3 How do you balance the demands of project management with the relational work of organizing?
4 What Jewish texts or traditions inspire your human rights advocacy?
5 How do you approach self-care and accountability in a remote, mission-driven role?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Avoid being vague about your organizing experience—use specific metrics and stories.
  • Don't shy away from discussing Israel/Palestine; T'ruah seeks candidates who can engage complex issues with nuance.
  • Avoid focusing solely on your rabbinic role without connecting it to organizing; the job requires both skill sets.

📅 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:

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Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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