Vice President, Operations and Analytics

Job description

APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 25, 2026, 11:00 pm EST SALARY: $150,000 – $165,000 START DATE: Late July LOCATION: Remote (U.S. only). Preference given to DC, NY, and Chicago. Travel required approximately 4x a year. About Leading Edge Leading Edge strengthens the Jewish nonprofit field to help it better serve both the Jewish community and the broader world. We envision a thriving Jewish communal ecosystem where talented and engaged people are empowered to drive meaningful change. Position Summary The Vice President, Operations and Analytics will serve as the organization's principal architect and steward of data-driven execution and technology. Reporting to the Chief Strategy Officer, this leader will transform organizational data, systems, and technology into actionable insight and high-impact operations. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Execution and Partnership • Serve as the Chief Strategy Officer's primary operational and analytic partner • Manage and support planning through data-informed analysis • Partner with senior leadership to advance a culture of learning and continuous improvement Data, Analytics, and Impact • Lead development of integrated analytics systems • Design and maintain dashboards and reporting infrastructure • Apply AI-enabled analytics to surface patterns and accelerate insight • Build experimentation frameworks that test program innovations Technology and Systems Management • Oversee enterprise systems and data infrastructure • Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts • Lead technology roadmap planning External Reporting and Stakeholder Communication • Lead preparation of data and analytics for funder reports and board presentations • Collaborate with development and external affairs teams to align data with funder requirements Performance Management • Design organization-wide performance systems and KPIs • Lead AI automation and process improvement initiatives Team Leadership • Build and manage a high-performing analytics and operations team • Foster organization-wide data literacy • Manage departmental budget including technology and vendor contracts **QUALIFICATIONS** • Exceptional systems thinking with ability to connect strategy, data, technology, and people • Strong execution orientation with track record of translating plans into operational reality • Collaborative, cross-functional leadership style • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • U.S.-based and authorized to work in the United States **COMPENSATION & BENEFITS** Salary: $150,000 – $165,000 commensurate with experience. • 100% coverage for employees and 50% for spouses/dependents for medical, dental, and vision • Retirement matching, wellness benefits, ample flex time, and three-month paid parental leave • Generous professional development stipend