The Nominee should:

• Be committed to advancing their career as a Jewish Professional.  

• Be dedicated to the future vitality and vibrancy of the Jewish community and people.

• Have knowledge of the issues facing the Jewish community.  

• Approach to issues facing the Jewish community in creative and innovative ways. 

• Be a team player and work collaboratively in the larger community. 

• Seek continuing professional development in the field of Jewish communal service. 

Eligibility Criteria: 

• The nominee must be a current employee of a San Diego-area Jewish organizationand must have worked in the San Diego Jewish community for at least 2 years but no more than 10.  

• The nominee must be an entry to mid-level Jewish professional (e.g. not a member of an organization's executive/senior leadership team). 

• The nominee may be any non-clergy from any Jewish communal service discipline (e.g. synagogue, education, etc.). 

• The nominee must demonstrate interest in continuing a career in Jewish professional leadership. 

Responsibilities And Expectations of Award Winners: 

• Attend Federation Community event (November 4^th, 2023) to be recognized and receive the Michael Jeser Outstanding Jewish Professional Award. 

• Develop and submit a proposed plan and estimated expenses for award monies within 4 months of receiving the award (March 1, 2024) to JFSD for approval (to be used within 24 months).

• Serve on the Selection Committee for this award the following year. 

• Submit a written summary and presentation on the professional development experience and the ways it has enriched their work in the Jewish community.

For additional information please contact Julie Gordon at julieg@jewishinsandiego.org.