Strategic Communications Writer

About the position UJA Federation of Greater Toronto is seeking a highly skilled and strategic writer to support the development of compelling communications that advance organizational priorities, strengthen stakeholder engagement, and amplify UJA’s impact. This role serves as a key writing partner to senior leaders and works across departments to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging, and audience-focused communications. The successful candidate will bring exceptional writing ability, sound judgment, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities • Develop high-quality written content including speeches, executive communications, donor communications, speaking notes, presentations, opinion pieces, and stakeholder messaging. • Serve as a primary writer for senior leaders, translating their ideas and priorities into authentic and compelling communications. • Research, interview subject matter experts, and synthesize complex information into clear, audience-focused content. • Support organizational initiatives, fundraising efforts, advocacy priorities, and community engagement through strategic communications. • Collaborate with Communications, Marketing, Fundraising, Community Mobilization, Events, and other internal stakeholders. • Ensure consistency with organizational messaging, voice, and brand standards. • Edit and refine content to ensure quality, clarity, and effectiveness. • Monitor emerging issues, trends, and community conversations that may impact communications priorities. Requirements • 3–5 years of professional experience in communications, journalism, public affairs, executive communications, speechwriting, or a related field. • Exceptional writing, editing, interviewing, and storytelling skills. • Demonstrated experience supporting senior leaders, executives, elected officials, founders, or subject matter experts through written communications. • Strong ability to understand complex topics and communicate them effectively to diverse audiences. • Excellent editorial judgment, attention to detail, and project management skills. • Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver polished work under tight deadlines. • Strong awareness of current events, community issues, and communications trends. Nice-to-haves • Postsecondary education in Communications, Journalism, Public Affairs, English, Political Science, or a related field is preferred. • Experience developing executive communications, thought leadership content, donor communications, or stakeholder-facing materials is considered a strong asset. Benefits • Flexible work schedule • Hybrid work • Rich time off policy • Offices are closed on all Jewish holy days (yom tov) • Support early office closures to observe the Jewish Sabbath (Shabbat)

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