B’nai B’rith International is one of the oldest and most influential global Jewish organizations, founded in 1843. With a mission rooted in human rights, community service, advocacy, and support for Israel, B’nai B’rith has grown into a worldwide network promoting Jewish unity, security, and continuity.

For more than 180 years, B’nai B’rith has played a central role in defending Jewish communities, advancing human rights on the international stage, and confronting antisemitism around the world. Accredited at major global institutions—including the United Nations, the Organization of American States, and the European Union—B’nai B’rith serves as a critical voice for the Jewish people on issues of tolerance, extremism, and global policy affecting Jewish life.

B’nai B’rith maintains an international presence with offices, lodges, senior housing communities, and volunteer networks across North America, Latin America, Europe, Israel, and Australia. Its long-standing diplomatic and humanitarian relationships include ongoing efforts in Latin America, Europe, and the Middle East, along with strategic engagement with U.S. officials, ambassadors, and global partners to strengthen international cooperation and Jewish security.

At 182 years old, B’nai B’rith International recognizes the need to modernize, sharpen its focus, and evolve for the future. The organization is deeply committed to bringing in an innovator - someone capable of reimagining legacy structures, driving modernization, and introducing new approaches to engage the next generation of supporters. The new Chief Executive Officer will play a pivotal role in leading this transformation and in engaging and attracting new board leadership to support the organization’s continued growth and impact.

Human Rights & Public Policy

Israel Advocacy & Global Diplomatic Engagement

 

Senior Services & Affordable Housing

Community Engagement & Education

B’nai B’rith World Center – Jerusalem

B’nai B’rith Europe & Latin America

To learn more about B’nai B’rith International’s history, programs, and global impact, please visit: www.bnaibrith.org

B’nai B’rith International seeks an accomplished, forward‑thinking, and mission‑driven executive to serve as its next Chief Executive Officer (CEO). As the oldest continuously operating Jewish service organization in the world, B’nai B’rith plays a vital global role in community service, human rights and Israel advocacy, senior housing and the defense of Jewish security and dignity.

The CEO will be responsible for shaping the organization’s strategic direction at a pivotal time when global Jewish life faces profound challenges and opportunities. This individual must bring a blend of visionary leadership, operational discipline, and a deep appreciation for the organization’s historic legacy and future potential.

The ideal candidate is an experienced executive who excels in coalition‑building, diplomatic engagement, major fundraising initiatives, program optimization and alignment, marketing and brand building and organizational leadership. This person will serve as B’nai B’rith’s principal representative to governments, partner organizations, donors, philanthropic institutions, and the media. The CEO must be equally comfortable working on the world stage and engaging directly with grassroots membership, volunteers, and community partners.

The next CEO will steward and partner with the Board to refine B’nai B’rith’s strategy and global portfolio, while ensuring financial strength, organizational cohesion, and strategic growth. In doing so, the organization is open to thoughtfully rebalancing its priorities—assessing where to deepen long‑standing commitments, where to modernize or adapt, and where emerging opportunities may require new focus to best position B’nai B’rith for its next chapter.

B’nai B’rith International seeks a visionary, principled, and mission‑driven leader who embodies the organization’s core values of humanitarian service, community security, advocacy, and global Jewish continuity. The ideal candidate is an inspiring and authoritative spokesperson, whether emerging from within the Jewish communal landscape or from a broader global context, who can establish deep credibility across the Jewish communal world, the human rights and diplomacy arenas, and among policymakers in the United States and abroad. This individual will be able to navigate diverse constituencies with confidence, represent the organization’s voice with integrity, and build trust across ideological, cultural, and geopolitical lines.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to cultivate meaningful relationships with major donors, organizational partners, and global institutions, serving as the senior representative of B’nai B’rith at high‑level forums, conferences, and international delegations. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication, coalition‑building, and diplomatic skills, combined with a strong track record of fundraising success, organizational leadership, and stakeholder engagement.

This leader will unify and energize staff and volunteers across B’nai B’rith’s global network, fostering collaboration among its advocacy, humanitarian aid, senior housing, community service, and international affairs portfolios. The executive will expand and strengthen the organization’s programs and impact, ensuring relevance, effectiveness, and reach across diverse communities.

The Chief Executive Officer will also be a strong organizational leader and will be responsible for broadening the organization’s philanthropic base—nurturing new donor pipelines, deepening engagement with long‑standing supporters, and expanding B’nai B’rith’s visibility among emerging leaders. The ideal candidate will bring an entrepreneurial mindset and the strategic ability to elevate B’nai B’rith’s voice as a global advocate for the Jewish people and Israel, a defender of human rights. Nonprofit leadership with program optimization/development and marketing/branding experience.

The Chief Executive Officer demonstrates:

Staff Direct Reports

B’nai B’rith International Board of Directors Leadership

A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution is preferred; however, substantial professional experience aligned with B’nai B’rith International’s mission and responsibilities may be considered in lieu of a degree.

The estimated base compensation will be $350,000 - $400,000. B’nai B’rith International offers a comprehensive benefits package.