IACT Israel Engagement Coordinator at Brandeis Hillel at Hillel International

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Non-Profit, Higher Education, Jewish CommunityIndustries

Requirements

  • 0-2 years professional work experience
  • Bachelor’s degree required from a 4-year residential university
  • Proven success in planning and leading events
  • Proven success in applying written and oral communication skills to communicate appropriately through email, formal letters, reports, and social media
  • Proven success in collaborating on projects with team members in a professional and productive manner
  • Proven success in multi-tasking and learning new skills
  • Skilled in organizing, marketing, event planning, and program development
  • Ability to demonstrate previous successful implementation of creative ideas
  • Passion for relationship building, commitment to Jewish life, superb organizational and communication skills, passion for Israel
  • Creative and critical thinking skills

Responsibilities

  • Actively strengthen Jewish life at Brandeis University by recruiting students for Birthright Israel and other immersive Israel travel experiences each semester
  • Plan, coordinate, and staff Birthright Israel trips (or other immersive Israel travel experiences) each season
  • Engage Birthright Israel participants in continued campus activities and Jewish life in the areas of Israel education/advocacy, community service, and Jewish life and learning; develop personalized follow-up and individual Jewish/Israel plans with Birthright alumni to deepen individuals’ connection to Jewish life
  • Manage a team of Israel recruitment interns to reach a large and diverse Jewish student population
  • Work closely with the Israel Engagement Coordinator on the Brandeis Hillel Student Board to develop educational, cultural, and social programming related to Israel
  • Advise Israel-related student affiliate groups and support their programming initiatives
  • Plan, recruit for, and teach Kol Yisrael learning fellowships
  • Build relationships with 180+ students per year through meaningful conversations, connecting them with Jewish life on campus and relevant opportunities
  • Utilize data and partner with students and Hillel professionals to ensure a strategic approach to building Jewish life and community on campus
  • Participate in weekly supervision meetings with the Assistant Director, as well as weekly staff meetings, and frequent Engagement Team check-ins and strategy sessions
  • Participate as a member of the Hillel staff team in weekly programs, Shabbat, and holiday activities
  • Work with students prior to their departure and upon their return from Israel travel experiences by developing activities to engage students in Jewish life on campus, encouraging them to become involved as leaders and participants in student-organized Jewish programming and groups, and directing them to and facilitating their participation in existing Israel-related opportunities on and off campus
  • Develop a recruitment strategy for Israel-related travel opportunities, as well as an Israel engagement strategy aimed at fostering and maintaining students' enthusiasm for on-campus Israel-related educational, cultural, and social programming

Skills

Event Planning
Marketing
Program Development
Recruitment Strategy
Student Engagement
Relationship Building
Communication Skills
Organizational Skills
Creative Thinking
Critical Thinking

Hillel International

Supports Jewish students through education and community

About Hillel International

Hillel International serves Jewish college students by providing educational and cultural programming, scholarships, and fellowships. The organization focuses on enriching the lives of approximately 160,000 Jewish students annually, helping them connect with their heritage and fostering a strong sense of community and identity. Hillel's programs include the Azrieli Fellows Program for postdoctoral research in Israel and the Bernard B. and Mary L. Brusin Scholarship Fund for students from Duluth high schools. Unlike other organizations, Hillel emphasizes inclusivity and leadership development, creating a welcoming environment for students to explore their Jewish identity. The goal of Hillel International is to support and enhance the academic and personal growth of Jewish students while ensuring they remain engaged with their community.

None, NoneHeadquarters
1923Year Founded
$46.4MTotal Funding
GRANTCompany Stage
Social Impact, EducationIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Risks

Increased antisemitic incidents may deter student participation in Hillel's programs.
Heightened security needs could strain financial resources, affecting programming.
Pro-Israel advocacy may alienate students with differing views on Middle East policy.

Differentiation

Hillel International is the largest Jewish campus organization globally, serving 160,000 students annually.
It offers unique programs like the Azrieli Fellows Program and Brusin Scholarship Fund.
Hillel's focus on inclusivity and leadership development sets it apart in higher education.

Upsides

Digital engagement can broaden Hillel's reach to non-campus Jewish students.
Collaborations with tech companies enhance Hillel's educational and cultural programming.
Growing interest in DEI initiatives aligns with Hillel's mission for inclusivity.

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