Program Director

ADL•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

ADL is the leading anti-hate organization in the world, founded in 1913 with the mission to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and secure justice and fair treatment for all. Today, ADL continues to combat antisemitism, extremism, and bigotry globally, working to protect democracy and ensure an inclusive society. The Program Director implements ADL's education initiatives, enhances volunteer engagement, and fosters partnerships within the field division. This role involves collaborating with team members to successfully deliver educational programs and resources, support volunteer leaders, and contribute to strategic partnership development. The position requires strong communication skills, a passion for community engagement, and a commitment to ADL's mission.

Requirements

Solid, professional communication skills.
Passion for community engagement.
Commitment to ADL’s mission.
Committed to contributing to a culture where everyone thrives.
Collaborative team-player.
Creative and innovative; takes initiative.
Results-oriented – a problem solver (versus a problem identifier).
Excels in dynamic environments that require adaptability.
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Energized by ADL’s mission and work.
BA degree preferably in education, or related field, or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

Assist in the deployment of ADL's educational programs and resources in schools, communities, and organizations.
Support the implementation of K-12 programs and facilitated antisemitism programs.
Develop program content for summits and convenings focussed on combatting antisemitism.
Deploy ADL programs and resources through partnership networks.
Collaborate with the regional teams to activate and support volunteer leaders as activists, advocates, and ambassadors for ADL’s mission.
Support leadership engagement within the division and regions and foster a positive and inclusive volunteer culture.
Identify and prioritize opportunities for leaders to contribute to the region/division initiatives and goals.
Support GLI and other volunteer engagement initiatives.
Support efforts to identify and cultivate strategic partnerships to enhance program reach and impact.
Analyze the divisional Jewish community landscape and strategically deploy resources in support of initiatives for Jewish community engagement and partnerships.
Build and maintain strong relationships with Jewish community organizations, with a particular emphasis on Federations, foster collaboration, resource sharing, and community cohesion.
Network with other advocacy leadership development program organizations and lead on developing partnership opportunities.
Participate in evaluating program effectiveness and impact.
Work with colleagues to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Collaborate with team members to ensure alignment with ADL’s mission and organizational objectives.
Contribute to a positive and inclusive work environment that encourages professional growth.
Support and consult on incident response as needed.
Support the management of program resources to ensure cost-effective operations.
Assist in identifying funding opportunities to support program growth.