IAC New England Community Engagement Manager

4978a05f-0e2d-4980-9d98-2632acac1825 • Newton, MA

1h • $28 - $30

About The Position

The IAC Community Engagement Manager (CEM) leads community engagement efforts in the New England region, building meaningful relationships and expanding the Israeli-American Council’s presence, relevance, and impact in the local community. The role involves developing a deep understanding of the community, identifying opportunities and unmet needs, cultivating relationships, and creating initiatives that bring people together around IAC’s mission.

The CEM owns initiatives from concept through execution and follow-up, working collaboratively with support from the Regional Director, IAC staff, lay leaders, volunteers, and community partners. The successful candidate identifies opportunities for differentiation and develops programs and engagement strategies that deliver meaningful value and expand IAC’s impact. The position reports directly to the IAC Regional Sr. Director, New England.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Strong connection to both Israeli and American identities and familiarity with Israeli culture, community, and current affairs.
• Strong understanding of or demonstrated interest in the Israeli-American and/or Jewish community.
• Proven ability to build relationships and engage diverse audiences.
• Ability to identify opportunities and turn ideas into well-executed initiatives.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with excellent follow-through and attention to detail.
• Ability to independently manage workload, priorities, calendar, and deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work comfortably with volunteers, community leaders, professionals, participants, and organizational leadership.
• Strong operational and administrative skills.
• Fluency in spoken, written, and read English and Hebrew.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, social media, and commonly used digital communication and organizational tools.
• Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends based on community activities and events.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the Israeli, Jewish, nonprofit, education, community-building, or related sectors.

Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of the local community, its needs, opportunities, and key stakeholders.
• Cultivate relationships with community members, leaders, donors, organizations, and partners.
• Expand IAC’s reach by engaging new audiences and strengthening community connections.
• Represent IAC professionally at community events, meetings, and initiatives.
• Maintain an active presence on relevant social platforms and community channels to identify trends and engagement opportunities.
• Develop and execute programs and initiatives that advance IAC’s mission and community impact.
• Identify opportunities and create innovative engagement experiences that address community needs and provide unique value.
• Establish goals and refine initiatives based on feedback and outcomes.
• Build strategic partnerships that strengthen engagement and expand IAC’s reach.
• Plan and execute programs, events, and initiatives that deliver meaningful community experiences.
• Attract new audiences, expand participation, and deepen community engagement.
• Recruit and coordinate volunteers for community programs and events.
• Ensure programs and events reflect IAC’s brand and values.
• Maintain accurate participant, volunteer, and partner records.
• Develop and implement local marketing and outreach strategies to promote programs and initiatives.
• Use social media, community networks, partnerships, and other channels to reach target audiences.
• Communicate professionally and in a timely manner with community members, volunteers, partners, and stakeholders.
• Represent IAC consistently and professionally across communications and interactions.
• Independently manage priorities, outreach, follow-up, and day-to-day responsibilities.
• Own projects from concept through execution, ensuring high-quality and timely results.
• Identify opportunities and challenges, recommend solutions, and seek support when needed.
• Monitor local community activities and identify opportunities for engagement and collaboration.
• Track engagement, participation, and community impact, and provide regular updates to the Regional Director.
• Participate in IAC meetings, training, and organizational initiatives.
• Build a growing network of engaged community members, volunteers, leaders, and partners, and introduce IAC to new audiences.
• Develop relevant and distinctive initiatives that are valued by the local community and identify opportunities for IAC to make a unique contribution.
• Deliver projects on time with attention to quality and follow-through, taking initiative and accountability for results.

Benefits

• Eligible full-time employees working 20 or more hours per week may receive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits following the new-hire waiting period.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level