Israel Engagement Associate

The Israel Engagement Associate is responsible for understanding trends in the field related to Israel engagement and for overseeing programs and projects that foster engagement with Israel and with our Partnership region of Yerucham. This role helps facilitate deeper connections with the people and land of Israel.

• Serve as point person on local Israel engagement and Miami-Yerucham Partnership programs and people-to-people efforts.

• In collaboration with the Vice President of Israel and Global Impact, plan strategic direction for the Partnership2Gether Miami-Yerucham Partnership and Israel Engagement in the Miami community.

• Ensure that programs align with the Partnership2Gether vision, mission, and values and work closely with staff and lay leaders to assess programs

• Develop and manage key relationships with stakeholders in the Partnership2Gether region and our local community

• Convene lay steering committee in Miami 

• Manage allocation process for the Partnership including the development and review of background and budgetary materials

• Work with Partnership2Gether committee to identify funding priorities and create new programs

• Handle different aspects of incoming and outgoing delegations, planning visits, implementing programs and escorting delegations

• Serve as lead staff on planning functions related to the Israel Engagement committee. 

• Stay informed about current research and trends in Israel engagement. 

• Manage the Shinshinim program in coordination with the Jewish Agency supervisor, working with partner organizations and host families as appropriate. 

• Oversee all stages of the Israel Engagement and Education grant process, including promoting opportunities, collecting and summarizing proposals, convening the review committee, issuing award letters, and ensuring timely submission of grant reports. 

• Work with the Community Shaliach to assist partner agencies in coordinating programs for Yom Hazikaron and Yom Haatzmaut, and maintain a schedule of programs. 

• Manage the Gift of Israel savings program, liaise with synagogues and organizations, develop recruitment strategy, monitor participants, and develop systems to encourage participation and Israel program enrollment. 

• Serve as liaison to the Israeli Division on programs and opportunities for community engagement.

• Support the partnership with Kibbutz Or Haner, established in response to October 7th, to help meet community needs and plan for rebuilding efforts. 

• Coordinate ongoing connections between Kibbutz Or Haner and Yerucham. 

• Maintain accurate programmatic and financial records for assigned programs and prepare reports as needed. 

• Coordinate marketing and publicity for Partnership and Israel Engagement activities in collaboration with the Marketing team. 

• Manage the Israel Program Scholarship process. 

• Ensure relevant department web pages are up to date. 

• Conduct ongoing evaluations of programs and provide reports and recommendations to relevant lay and professional bodies. 

• Participate in financial resource development efforts including proposal preparation, solicitations, and other campaign duties as appropriate.

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in Education, Social Work, Public Administration, Jewish Communal Services, or a related field. 

• Three or more years of relevant experience in Jewish communal, nonprofit, public sector, or related fields. 

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with lay leaders, community members, and colleagues. 

• Passion for the mission of Federation and the Jewish community. 

• Knowledge of Israel and Israeli society. 6 Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

• Hebrew fluency a plus. 8 Skilled in research, analysis, program development, management, and evaluation. 

• Strong organizational and time management skills. 

• Ability to travel domestically and to Israel as needed.

The Salary range: $60,000–$65,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

 

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Group life insurance

• 401(a) & 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and 13–21 paid holidays annually

• Parental leave benefit

• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

• Professional development opportunities

• A collaborative, mission-driven work environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

This is a sedentary role; Physical requirement of being able to lift 15 pounds at times. The position primarily involves working at a desk, sitting for extended periods while using a computer, phone, or other digital devices.

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation celebrates and welcomes people of all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, actual or perceived status as a victim of domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at [email protected].

Since 1938, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has been a unifying force for Jewish community-building and philanthropy. We work to enrich the quality of Jewish life in Miami-Dade County by bringing comfort and hope to the vulnerable and by investing in programs that build Jewish knowledge, identity and peoplehood ensuring the next generation of Jews.

The Annual Federation Campaign raises tens of millions of dollars each year to fund agencies locally including Jewish day schools, synagogue religious schools and Jewish community centers, as well as numerous social-service programs to care for those in need in Miami.

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is always looking for dedicated professionals who share our values.

Thank you for considering a career with The Greater Miami Jewish Federation!

 

 

Please submit your resume to [email protected]