Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters Los Angeles Chief Executive Officer

About this role

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

ABOUT JEWISH BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS LOS ANGELES

Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles (JBBBSLA) is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to helping youth achieve their full potential through mentorship, camp experiences, and educational support. Serving children and families from diverse backgrounds across Los Angeles, the organization delivers impact through three core program areas: one-to-one mentoring relationships that foster youth development and long-term success; Camp Bob Waldorf, a premier residential summer camp and year-round retreat center; and college access and scholarship programs that provide guidance, resources, and financial assistance to support higher education achievement.

Rooted in Jewish values of community, responsibility, and service, JBBBSLA combines direct service programming with an over 100-year legacy of philanthropy and volunteer engagement, and has reached over 40,000 children throughout its history. The organization is financially strong, with an annual operating budget of approximately $6 – $8 million, a substantial endowment, and an engaged donor base. Led by a senior leadership team of 6 who oversee development, mentoring services, camp operations, college scholarship & success programs and finance, JBBBSLA is well-positioned to continue expanding its impact on youth and families throughout the Los Angeles community, to ensure that no child is left behind.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Reporting to the President of the Board and working closely with the Executive Committee and Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) serves as the strategic and operational leader of JBBBSLA, responsible for advancing the organization’s mission, including strategic planning, strengthening organizational performance, expanding community impact, and fostering a positive and collaborative work culture. The CEO oversees all aspects of the organization, including mentoring services, Camp Bob Waldorf, college access and scholarship programs, fundraising, finance, and administration, while partnering closely with staff, donors, and community stakeholders.

The ideal candidate is a mission-driven, strategic, and relationship-oriented executive with a proven track record of leading complex nonprofit organizations through growth and innovation. They bring strong financial and operational acumen, an ability to build high-performing teams, and a collaborative leadership style grounded in integrity, inclusion, and transparency. An accomplished fundraiser and external ambassador, the next CEO excels at cultivating donor and community partnerships, engaging and inspiring the 47-member Board of Directors, and advancing organizational visibility and long-term impact. The successful candidate will be a thoughtful and decisive leader who demonstrates a deep commitment to enriching the lives of youth and families through mentorship, camp experience and programming, and community support.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership & Mission Impact