Chief Strategy & Impact Officer

Job description

The Chief Strategy and Impact Officer (CSIO) leads Shalom Austin's efforts to strengthen community engagement, social impact and Jewish life across Greater Austin. The CSIO oversees Jewish Family Service, Community Engagement, Public Affairs and Community Impact initiatives, ensuring programs and partnerships address evolving community needs while advancing the organization's mission. As a member of the Senior Executive Team, the CSIO guides implementation of Shalom Austin's strategic plan and builds strong relationships with community partners and civic leaders. Responsibilities: • Define and execute a cohesive vision for community impact initiatives aligned with organizational priorities • Lead implementation and ongoing evaluation of the strategic plan, using data, metrics and community insights to guide decision-making • Provide executive leadership and oversight of Jewish Family Service, ensuring operational excellence, financial sustainability and mission alignment • Oversee the Engagement team and lead Public Affairs efforts in civic and interfaith spaces • Oversee Community Impact functions including grants and allocations to Austin Jewish community partners • Supervise leadership across JFS, Engagement and Public Affairs; establish and manage departmental budgets • Ensure compliance with regulatory, licensing and safety standards across program sites Shalom Austin is the hub of Jewish life in Central Texas, a 501(c)3 nonprofit comprised of the Jewish Community Center, Jewish Federation, Jewish Family Service and the Jewish Foundation, with more than 200 staff on a 40+ acre campus.