Program Director (Outreach and Event Planner) 

Job Description
Friends of JNF Canada is seeking a Program Director in Montreal to plan, coordinate and execute fundraising initiatives, and build new opportunities for community awareness through special events and board engagement. The successful candidate must be able to anticipate project needs, prioritize and meet deadlines and be available to work some evenings and weekends. 

Responsibilities:  


Event planning for all Montreal based events 
Create, implement and update the Critical Path for each campaign or event 
Manage budgets and monitor expenses 
Handle all event and campaign logistics 
Negotiate with vendors within budgetary guidelines 
Work with caterers, source and order supplies, décor, Audio Visual equipment, event signage and other day of print material (name tags etc.) 
Recruit volunteers, as needed 

Manage and oversee all event logistics for annual Negev Dinner
Work closely with Executive Director on all fundraising campaigns (High Holiday, Tu Bi’Shevat, etc…) and events 
Work with the Future Board/Young Professional Committee to: 
Create new and exciting fundraising initiatives 
Set strategic goals related to event planning, fundraising, leadership development, succession planning and volunteer engagement and outreach 
Manage all events 
Liaise with Marketing Specialist on all fundraising and marketing materials 
Work with event and program committees 
Recruit new members for committees and future board 

Create, implement as well as maintain all outreach and engagement activities 
Liaise with the Education Committee and coordinate all educational events:
Rebuild the Student Fellowship program 
Coordinate educational activities with multiple schools in Montreal 

Recruit and oversee volunteers for all Montreal events 

Event computer management 
Enter all event related data entry into Raiser’s Edge (Tickets, Pledges etc.)

Build relationships with key stakeholders and prospects 

Professional Experience/Qualifications
A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant event planning experience, fundraising experience preferred. 
Experience working on major fundraising events 
Experience working with volunteers and managing committee processes 
Appreciation of and commitment to Israel 
Ability to multi-task, managing multiple projects 
Understanding of social media and marketing 
Superior organizational skills 
Proficiency with technology including knowledge of Microsoft Office. Experience with Raiser’s Edge fundraising software an asset Excellent written and oral communication skills 
Project management, organizational and prioritizing skills, problem solving and attention to details 
Familiarity with the Montreal Jewish community an asset 
University degree, postgraduate or professional degree preferred 

Qualified candidates are invited to apply by October 10th, 2025 by sending their resume and cover letter to kaflalo@friendsofjnfca.org. 

While we wish to acknowledge all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.