Educational Programs Specialist

JDC • New York, NY

3d • $69,624 - $89,553 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Educational Programs Specialist will play a key role in advancing The Task Force on Arab Citizens of Israel's educational mission and expanding our presence in the Israel education ecosystem. In close collaboration with colleagues, the Programs Specialist will develop and deliver high-quality programs, trainings, and learning resources for American Jewish educational professionals and their learners. The position will help strengthen the Israel education field's capacity to engage thoughtfully and constructively with topics related to Arab citizens of Israel, Jewish-Arab relations within Israel, and the complexities of a shared society. In addition to planning and implementing programs, the Educational Programs Specialist will work with the Task Force team in the U.S and Israel to manage and cultivate relationships with educators, educational institutions, and partner organizations. They will also contribute to the development of pedagogy, curriculum, program models, and the Task Force’s broader educational strategy. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with leaders across the American Jewish Israel education field as well as with Arab/Palestinian and Jewish professionals advancing shared society initiatives in Israel in a creative and dynamic role.

Requirements

• Prior experience designing and leading educational programs for young adult learners; familiarity and experience with teen programs preferred
• Strong facilitation and moderation experience and skills, including the ability to guide complex and nuanced conversations.
• Deep familiarity with the U.S. Israel education landscape, including key organizations, stakeholders, resources, and trends
• Prior experience with and knowledge of issues related to Arab citizens of Israel, Jewish-Arab relations within Israel, and the field of shared society
• The ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural setting with a diverse range of stakeholders. This includes teammates and partners within the American Jewish community as well as with Jewish and Arab partners in Israel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a small, diverse, mission-driven team.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and relationships simultaneously.
• Prior experience creating educational resources, curricula, or training materials preferred.
• Experience in experiential Jewish or Israel education is strongly preferred.
• Hebrew language skills are a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity and experience with teen programs
• Prior experience creating educational resources, curricula, or training materials
• Experience in experiential Jewish or Israel education
• Hebrew language skills

Responsibilities

• In coordination with teammates in Israel, work with leading partner organizations across the Israel educational field to implement strategic projects systemically integrating Arab citizen-related content into their programs and curricula.
• Represent the Task Force at conferences, convenings, and professional gatherings focused on Israel and Jewish education.
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and new educational partners, which can include Israel travel organizations, communal organizations, summer camps and youth movements, informal education institutions and more.
• Strengthen the Task Force's visibility and reputation as a trusted educational resource within the Israel education field.
• Design, plan, and implement in-person, experiential/travel, and virtual educational programs for American Jewish learners, with a primary focus on teens, young adults, and emerging leaders.
• Facilitate and moderate educational programs that bring the current and diverse perspectives of Arab voices to American Jewish learners with sensitivity while caring for the needs of speakers and learners.
• Develop and deliver trainings and learning opportunities that equip educators with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to engage learners on topics related to Arab citizens of Israel and shared society.
• Serve as a thought partner and resource for educators seeking to deepen their understanding and expand their educational practice.
• Contribute to the development the Task Force's educational strategy and pedagogical approach, responding to changing realities in Israel and the North American Jewish community.
• Create educational resources, curricular materials, discussion guides, and learning tools for use by educators and organizations.
• Maintain systems for documenting and tracking outreach activities, partnerships, and engagement.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, vision and dental insurance coverage
• Paid time off, including vacation days, sick and personal days, and Jewish and national holidays.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave for full-time staff who have worked with JDC for at least 1 year
• 403(b) with JDC contributions of 6.5% of salary
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), commuter benefits, and life insurance
• Learning & Development: Ongoing opportunities for professional development through workshops and trainings with our internal L&D program
• Food Perks: Bagel Thursdays and beverages/snacks in the office for on-site and hybrid employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed