Application Guide

How to Apply for Project Coordinator for the Collaborative for Jewish Organizing

at Jews United for Justice

🏢 About Jews United for Justice

Jews United for Justice (JUFJ) is a grassroots organization that mobilizes the Jewish community in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region to fight for racial and economic justice. Their Collaborative for Jewish Organizing uniquely supports a network of nine Jewish social justice organizations across 16 states, making this a role at the heart of a growing national movement. Working here means joining a values-driven team committed to anti-oppression and systemic change.

About This Role

As a Project Coordinator for the Collaborative, you'll be the operational backbone that enables nine partner organizations to collaborate effectively. Your work—managing subgrants, coordinating Communities of Practice, and streamlining internal systems—directly strengthens the infrastructure of Jewish organizing nationwide. This part-time remote role offers meaningful impact through behind-the-scenes support that amplifies the work of frontline organizers.

💡 A Day in the Life

Start your day by checking Slack and Asana for updates from partner organizations and JUFJ staff. You might spend the morning updating a subgrant tracking spreadsheet, then draft an agenda for an upcoming Community of Practice call. After lunch, you could facilitate a virtual session with organizers from across the network, followed by scheduling follow-up meetings and curating resources to share with the group.

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🎯 Who Jews United for Justice Is Looking For

  • You have at least 2 years of operations or admin experience, with fluency in G-Suite, Asana, and Slack—and ideally Canva, EveryAction, or Squarespace.
  • You thrive on juggling multiple projects, from scheduling meetings to managing grant documentation, and can proactively consult stakeholders to keep things on track.
  • You're a collaborative communicator who can facilitate group sessions, draft clear agendas, and adapt quickly when plans change.
  • You're deeply committed to anti-oppression and equity, and understand how operational support advances social justice goals.

📝 Tips for Applying to Jews United for Justice

1

Highlight your experience with the specific software listed (EveryAction, Asana, Canva, etc.) by mentioning projects where you used them effectively.

2

Show how you've managed subgrants or similar funding processes—mention any experience with grant tracking, reporting, or compliance.

3

Demonstrate your ability to facilitate meetings or workshops, even informally, by describing a time you led a group discussion or training.

4

Connect your Jewish identity or values to JUFJ's mission—explain why Jewish organizing for justice matters to you personally.

5

Tailor your resume to emphasize operations and coordination achievements, not just job duties. Use metrics where possible (e.g., 'Coordinated 10+ meetings per month for 5 organizations').

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your passion for the intersection of Jewish values and social justice, and why JUFJ's regional focus on DC/MD/VA appeals to you.", "Concrete examples of how you've improved operational systems or supported multiple stakeholders in a previous role.", 'Your ability to work remotely and independently while staying connected to a distributed team.', 'Familiarity with anti-oppression frameworks and how you apply them in your work.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Familiarize yourself with the Collaborative for Jewish Organizing's member organizations (e.g., Bend the Arc, Jews for Racial & Economic Justice) and their focus areas.
  • → Read JUFJ's recent campaigns and victories to understand their issue areas (e.g., housing justice, criminal legal reform, antisemitism).
  • → Check out JUFJ's website, blog, and social media to get a sense of their tone and community engagement style.
  • → Review the job description's required software list and ensure you can speak to your proficiency in each tool.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you prioritize competing deadlines for multiple projects (e.g., subgrant reporting vs. Community of Practice scheduling)?
2 Describe your experience with a CRM like EveryAction. How have you used it to track relationships or communications?
3 How do you facilitate a group meeting to ensure all voices are heard, especially when working with diverse partner organizations?
4 What does anti-oppression mean to you in the context of operations and administration?
5 Tell us about a time you had to learn a new software tool quickly. How did you approach it?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't submit a generic cover letter—failing to mention the Collaborative or JUFJ's specific mission shows lack of interest.
  • Avoid downplaying your operations experience; even if your background is in a different field, emphasize transferable coordination skills.
  • Don't overlook the part-time nature—be clear about your availability and how you'll balance this role with other commitments.

📅 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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