IAC Community Engagement Manager, Orange County

Israeli-American Council • Irvine, CA

13h • $28 - $30

About The Position

The Israeli-American Council (IAC) Community Engagement Manager will lead community engagement efforts in Orange County, California. The role focuses on building meaningful relationships and expanding IAC’s presence, relevance, and impact in the local Israeli-American and Jewish community. The manager will develop a deep understanding of the community, identify opportunities and unmet needs, cultivate relationships, and create initiatives that bring people together around IAC’s mission.

The manager owns initiatives from concept through execution and follow-up, working collaboratively with and receiving support from the Regional Director, IAC staff, lay leaders, volunteers, and community partners. The successful candidate will identify opportunities for differentiation and develop programs and engagement strategies that provide meaningful value and expand IAC’s impact. This position is 20 hours per week and reports directly to the Orange County Regional Director.

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.
• Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends based on community activities and events.
• 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.

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 clear goals and refine initiatives based on feedback and outcomes.
• Build strategic partnerships that strengthen community engagement and expand IAC’s reach.
• Plan and execute programs, events, and initiatives that deliver meaningful community experiences.
• Attract new audiences, deepen community engagement, and recruit and coordinate volunteers for programs and events.
• Ensure programs and events reflect IAC’s brand and values, and 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 in a timely, effective, and professional manner with community members, volunteers, partners, and stakeholders.
• Independently manage priorities, outreach, follow-up, and day-to-day responsibilities.
• Own projects from concept through execution and deliver high-quality, 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.

Benefits

• Insurance benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, for employees working 20 or more hours per week, following the new-hire waiting period.

What This Job Offers

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