Careers
Jewish News Syndicate (JNS.org) is rapidly expanding and looking to hire qualified individuals to fill the following positions. Interested candidates should send their CV/resume, and news clips for writing jobs, to: jobs@jns.org (noting the job title in the subject line).
- B2B Digital Marketing Specialist
- Social Media Manager (US Hours)
- VP Development (USA)
- News Brief Writers (US and Israel)
- New York Correspondent (remote)
- Investigative News Reporter (remote)
- US Based Breaking News Reporter (remote)
B2B Digital Marketing Specialist
Type: Full-Time
Location: Hybrid (2 days a week in the office in Jerusalem)
Role Summary: Jewish News Syndicate (JNS) is seeking a highly organized and versatile B2B Digital Marketing Specialist to join our team. This is a strategic and hands-on role, combining elements of digital marketing, project management, sales, and implementation. The ideal candidate will effectively oversee multiple responsibilities including managing internal advertising opportunities, handle outreach and monetization efforts, and also take on the implementation of various digital marketing strategies.
This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to our organization’s growth by driving digital initiatives, optimizing advertising opportunities, and supporting various strategic projects.
Responsibilities
- Develop and manage internal advertising opportunities, sponsorships, advertising placements, email list sales, and syndication deals.
- Identify and implement strategies to monetize the website, including joint ventures, sponsorships and influencer partnerships.
- Manage and implement outreach efforts to secure advertising deals, ensuring competitive rates and maximizing revenue.
- Create and maintain a system for tracking and optimizing ad performance.
- Assist the Director of Marketing in implementing various digital marketing strategies, taking ownership of assigned projects from conception to completion
- Regularly report on the performance of digital initiatives, identifying areas for improvement and making recommendations.
- Leverage marketing automation tools and CRM systems to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
- Set up and optimize workflows for digital campaigns, ensuring seamless execution and tracking.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in B2B digital marketing and project management
- Proven experience in managing digital advertising and monetization efforts
- Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders
- Data-driven mindset, with experience in analyzing and reporting on digital campaign performance
- A proactive, can-do attitude, with a willingness to take on diverse tasks and get hands-on when needed.
- Experience in sales or outreach.
- Must have experience using tools like Monday.com, HubSpot, Excel and Google Analytics for project and task management.
About You
- You are a proactive and self-motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- You are a strategic thinker who can balance big-picture vision with detailed execution.
- You are highly organized, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple projects and responsibilities.
- You have a passion for digital marketing and stay up-to-date with the latest trends and tools.
- You excel in sales and outreach, with the ability to identify opportunities and close deals effectively.
- You are hands-on and not afraid to dive into the details to ensure the successful implementation of strategies.
- You enjoy working both independently and collaboratively, taking initiative and leading projects when needed.
- You possess excellent communication skills, enabling you to build strong relationships with internal teams and external partners.
- You are data-driven, with a knack for analyzing performance metrics and optimizing campaigns.
- You are eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization, using your skills to make a meaningful impact.
Why JNS
- Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to journalistic integrity.
- Work in an innovative and collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Join a passionate team committed to delivering high-quality news coverage.
Application Process To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your marketing experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role to jobs@jns.org with the subject line “Digital Marketing Specialist”
Social Media Manager (US Hours)
Type: Full-time
Location: Jerusalem (Hybrid – 1-2 days a week in the office)
Working Hours: Monday: Half-day in the Jerusalem office to attend the weekly marketing meeting Sunday, Tuesday to Thursday: Full shifts covering U.S. hours from 4/5 PM to 12 AM/1 AM
Role Overview: Jewish News Syndicate (JNS) is seeking a full-time Social Media Manager for our dynamic Marketing Team. This is a hybrid role, based in Israel, with 1-2 days a week in the office. The working hours for this role will be split: four days a week (Sunday, Tuesday to Thursday) will be U.S. hours (4/5 PM to 12 AM/1 AM), while Monday will be a full day in the office on Israel hours to attend meetings and collaborate with the team.
The Social Media Manager will be the online voice and content creator for JNS, responsible for building and maintaining our social media presence across priority platforms, and establishing a consistent look, feel, and tone for all social media content. This role will report to the Director of Marketing and will work closely with other Social Media and Digital Managers to support brand social strategy and organizational goals.
The ideal candidate will be creative, resourceful, and passionate about social media trends, crafting engaging content and growing our online community. A strong connection to Israel and the Jewish world is essential, as our mission is reflected in everything we create.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Manage JNS social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, etc.), including writing, editing, analyzing, and posting content daily
- Collaborate with the social and digital marketing teams to ensure engaging content, driving traffic, and increasing followers
- Create clips and videos for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube
- Identify and execute strategies for growing social media audiences and deepening engagement
- Produce digital content for virality and audience growth
- Analyze social media data to propose improvements and optimize performance
- Develop digital campaigns to engage new audiences and promote JNS content
- Design social media graphics or collaborate with design vendors
- Assist with content creation for the Engagement, Development, Content, and Program teams as needed (layout, design, writing, editing)
- Other tasks as required by the Director of Marketing.
What You Bring:
- 3+ years of experience in social media management, with a proven track record in growing channels and driving engagement
- Native English speaker
- Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences and platforms
- Strong understanding of social media trends, best practices, and platform analytics
- Creative mindset with excellent communication skills
- Familiarity with social media analytics tools and scheduling platforms
- Proactive attitude, always looking to bring innovative ideas and solutions to the tableBasic graphic design and video editing skills (Canva, CapCut, etc.)
- Familiarity with Thought Leadership and Employer Branding is a plus.
Application Process
To apply, please send your CV along with links to examples of your past social media content creation to jobs@jns.org with the subject line: Social Media Manager.
VP Development JNS – USA
Type: Full-time
Location: United States (South Florida or New York, with preference to Florida)
Salary: $150-200K
Role Overview: Jewish News Syndicate (JNS), the fastest-growing news agency covering Israel and the Jewish world, is seeking a full-time VP Development JNS-USA as a key member of our Development Team. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the VP Development JNS-USA will be the primary US-based senior fundraiser for Jewish News Syndicate, leading all regional and community fundraising activities in the US and Canada. This role involves cultivating and maintaining relationships with donors, sponsors, partners, and other stakeholders, ensuring they are recognized and appreciated.
The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, a proven fundraising track record (minimum $10M), and a passion for JNS’ mission. They should be a self-starter capable of managing projects and working with a remote team.
What You’ll be Doing:
- Develop and cultivate relationships with current and prospective donors, including individuals, foundations, and other entities across North America.
- Oversee and execute fundraising campaigns, events, grants, appeals, and other initiatives, monitoring and reporting on outcomes and impact.
- Research and identify prospective funding opportunities aligned with JNS’s mission.
- Assist in planning and executing fundraising events and meetings.
- Arrange meetings for prospects and donors with JNS CEO and key staff members.
- Represent JNS at US conferences to find new donor prospects and expand JNS’s presence.
- Create brand awareness and partnership opportunities for JNS, engaging with diverse communities and markets (e.g., college campuses, young entrepreneurs, Evangelical Christians, community leaders, synagogues).
- Build and manage a team, as time goes by and funds start coming in
What You Bring:
- 8+ years as a professional fundraiser with a proven track record in $10M annual campaigns
- Native English speaker
- Management experience and able to lead a team
- Strong leadership and project management skills, capable of prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines
- Demonstrable skills in crafting a pitch, prospect research, stewarding donor relations, solicitation of major gifts, and delivering compelling presentations
- Skilled in building and managing relationships with individual and corporate supporters
- Effective at organizing work, managing conflicting demands, and setting clear priorities
- Administratively self-sufficient and proficient in fundraising software and CRM systems</li >
- Solid understanding of budgeting techniques
- Entrepreneurial spirit, and a creative, proactive self-starter who can work with a remote team
*** Travel will be required in the US and Canada.
Application Process: To apply, please send your cover letter, resume and references to: jobs@jns.org with the subject: VP Development JNS-USA
News Brief Writers (US and Israel)
Location: Remote (Open positions in both U.S. and Israel bureaus)
Role Overview:
JNS is seeking freelance News Brief Writers and Reporters for our news team. They will be responsible for delivering regular news reports, analyses, news briefs, and original stories relevant to Israel and the Jewish world, while also conducting interviews and collaborating with the editorial team to produce high-quality content.
The ideal candidate must have a deep understanding of related issues, and be able to quickly identify and cover timely stories related to Middle Eastern and Jewish topics. It’s crucial that writers deeply resonate with our mission, reflecting an understanding and passion for Israel and the Jewish world in their work. Your writing should reflect a commitment to our cause and community.
Responsibilities:
- Write 2-3 full-length news reports and reported analysis per week on stories of major import to Israel and the Jewish world, utilizing at least two original source quotes
- Write 4-6 news briefs as topics arise or as they are assigned daily
- Travel to and cover conferences and occasional events in Israel. (Expenses directly related to travel to and from the sites will be reimbursed to the employee by the company in their forthcoming salary payment upon submission of an expense report and receipts)
- Uncover and pitch original news stories and angles
- Cultivate strong relationships with sources within the Jewish communal organizational structure, for advance news tips, background and context on key issues, as well as for use as on-the-record sourcing as subject-matter experts
- Work performed for JNS is expected to conform to the highest journalistic standards. Absolute accuracy and originality are required of all work
- Conduct interviews with key stakeholders, experts, and individuals relevant to the stories being covered
- Collaborate with editors, designers, photographers, and other team members to produce high-quality content that meets editorial standards and deadlines. Work closely with the editorial team to brainstorm ideas, plan coverage, and develop editorial strategies
Qualifications:
- 3-plus years of reporting experience
- Demonstrated experience writing in a fast-paced newsroom, with adherence to journalistic styles and norms
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field
- News-savvy and solid experience in searching for stories on social media
- Strong research skills and the ability to translate complex information into compelling and accessible content that drives action
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of AP style and journalistic ethics
- Experience with multimedia content creation is a plus
- Passion for storytelling, news reporting and making an impact through journalism
Attach your CV/resume, as well as multiple links to published writing samples, with News Brief Writers (US and Israel) in the subject line.
New York Correspondent
Position # 6054
Jewish News Syndicate is seeking a full-time New York City-based reporter for its U.S. Bureau. The reporter will work remotely but should be based in New York and able to attend events in the area. Applicants should be well-versed in U.S. politics, the U.S.-Israel relationship and the Jewish community. Candidates must be news savvy, experienced in investigative reporting, have strong writing skills and have at least three years of reporting experience.
Attach your CV/resume, as well as multiple links to published writing samples, with Investigative New York Correspondent in the subject line.
Investigative News Reporter
Position # 6063
Jewish News Syndicate is seeking full-time and freelance investigative reporters for its U.S. and Israel bureaus. The reporters will conduct timely investigations into Middle Eastern and Jewish topics. Candidates must be news savvy, experienced in investigative reporting, have strong writing skills and have at least three years of reporting experience.
Attach your CV/resume, and multiple links to published writing samples, with Investigative News Reporter in the subject line.
US Based Breaking News Reporter
Position # 6050
Jewish News Syndicate is seeking full-time and part-time breaking news reporters for its United States bureau. The reporters will quickly find and cover timely stories related to Middle Eastern and Jewish topics. Candidates must be news-savvy, experienced in searching for stories on social media, have strong copy-editing skills and at least three years of reporting experience. The reporters should also be able to write longer-form investigative pieces, if necessary.
APPLY FOR THIS JOB:
Attach your CV/resume, and multiple links to published writing samples, with U.S.-Based Breaking News Reporter in the subject line.