Regional Director, New England Regional Office

Position Title: Regional Director, New England Regional Office

Reports To: VP, East Division
Supervision Exercised: Regional staff
Location: Boston, MA
Grade/Class: Grade K, Exempt, Non-Union

About the Organization

ADL is the leading anti-hate organization in the world. Founded in 1913, its mission is “to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment to all.” Today, ADL continues to fight all forms of antisemitism and bias, using innovation and partnerships to drive impact. As a global leader in combating antisemitism, countering extremism, and battling bigotry wherever and whenever it happens, ADL works to protect democracy and ensure a just and inclusive society for all.

Primary Function

Lead, plan, and execute the direction and administration of all regional office activities, including fundraising, program delivery, leadership development, communications, advocacy, community and government relations, partnerships, fact-finding/research, and office management to advance ADL’s mission within the region. Represent ADL in the community, to the media, and to public officials. Manage, engage, and develop the regional board, committees, and staff. Report to and communicate regularly with East Divisional colleagues and the Regional Operations team in the national office (i.e., the Community Support Center or “CSC”).

The ADL New England Regional Office, one of four regions in the East Division, serves Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont. Known for being a leading voice on antisemitism and hate, the office has a proven record of accomplishment advocating ADL priorities in multiple state capitals. The region supports a multi-faceted approach to combating antisemitism and hate, promotes diversity, and builds bridges of understanding between communities. The New England office comprises fourteen staff members and an active regional and associate board.

For decades, the region has developed innovative programs replicated across the country, spanning civil rights, education, interfaith, community outreach, advocacy, and law enforcement. Program examples include educational programming on antisemitism and bias, law enforcement training on hate crimes and extremism, and partnerships with statewide community organizations.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Devise and oversee the execution of ADL programs, initiatives, advocacy, and policies tailored to local needs.
• Spearhead outreach initiatives to reach various community segments, including K-12 educators, corporations, non-profits, government, and interfaith organizations.
• Engage in legislative networking to advocate for relevant issues.

Fundraising Excellence

• Execute regional development activities with the Director of Development and embrace a culture of philanthropy.
• Strategize and execute plans to boost revenue and deepen support by sharing regional impact.
• Expand the supporter base and engage in high-level donor solicitation.
• Spearhead major fundraising events.

Public Engagement and Advocacy

• Act as the regional face of ADL in diverse forums.
• Manage media relations and respond to public inquiries.
• Create and support compelling content to uphold ADL’s principles.

Team Development and Talent Management

• Recruit, train, and nurture high-caliber staff.
• Foster a culture that aligns with ADL’s values and maximizes performance.

Volunteer Leadership Coordination

• Engage and guide volunteer leaders to meet fundraising targets and participate in regional activities.
• Implement training and advisory roles for volunteer leadership.

Community Relations and Outreach

• Build and maintain relationships with key community groups, religious organizations, government officials, and media.
• Develop outreach programs that foster collaboration with various cultural and interfaith groups.
• Serve as a thought leader on issues of antisemitism.

Intra-Organizational Collaboration

• Promote cross-regional cooperation and share best practices.
• Drive joint fundraising and programming efforts.

Advocacy

• Oversee responses to discrimination or bias incidents.
• Coordinate fact-finding activities and advocate for ADL issues in legislative spheres.

Financial and Operational Management

• Manage the regional budget in partnership with the Regional Operations team.
• Oversee office management in coordination with the national CSC.
• Implement ADL’s Strategic Plan in the region and the division.

Key Qualities & Experience

• Proven leadership in program strategy and community engagement.
• Strong track record in fundraising and donor relations.
• Deep understanding of community dynamics and interfaith relations.
• Proficient in advocacy and government relations.
• Experience managing a team in a large, matrixed organization.

Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including public speaking.
• Highly effective interpersonal skills: ability to work with a broad range of leaders, build coalitions, and establish strategic partnerships.
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising or similar business development.
• Inspirational leadership and strong team-building skills.
• Intellectually curious, empathetic, compassionate, kind, tactful, with sound judgment.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and respond effectively to rapidly changing situations.

Work Experience

• Seven to ten years of experience in community relations or a similar nonprofit role.
• Fundraising experience with an emphasis on major gifts or business development.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required; graduate degree preferred in nonprofit management, law, business, or a related field.

Work Environment

• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends and travel within the region as necessary.
• ADL is a hybrid environment; this role requires at least three days a week in the office.

Compensation

The salary range is $156,000 to $210,000, reflective of a position based in Boston, MA. Actual salaries are commensurate with experience and budget. For an overview of our total rewards package, please visit ADL Careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ADL values a diverse workplace and encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. ADL is an equal opportunity employer, and recruitment is conducted without discrimination based on age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or military status.

ADL will provide accommodations to individuals with disabilities to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive employment benefits. To request an accommodation, please contact Talent & Knowledge at [email protected].

ADL will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act and all other applicable laws.

For more information about this opportunity or to submit a cover letter and resume, please email:

Wendy Wilsker
Managing Partner, Boston
[email protected]

Jill Coran
Executive Search Consultant, Boston
[email protected]