IAC Philadelphia Community Engagement Manager

Responsibilities

• Community Engagement & Outreach - Serve as the primary organizational representative and point of contact for the local Israeli American and Jewish community within the region. - Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with community members, families, volunteers, community leaders, and local organizations. - Lead community outreach efforts to increase awareness, participation, and engagement across organizational programs and initiatives. - Identify emerging community needs, opportunities, and trends and communicate insights and recommendations to organizational leadership.
• Program & Events - Lead the planning and execution of local community programs and events that support organizational goals and community engagement. - Coordinate event logistics, registrations, attendance tracking, and participant communications to ensure high-quality program delivery.
• Marketing & Communication - Develop and implement local outreach and recruitment efforts to promote programs, events, and organizational initiatives. Ensure all communications align with organizational branding and strategic priorities. - Maintain regular communication with participants, families, volunteers, and community stakeholders through email, social media, and other communication channels.
• Community Partnerships & Volunteer Engagement - Cultivate and maintain relationships with local synagogues, schools, community organizations, and other partners to expand community engagement opportunities. - Identify and pursue collaboration opportunities that support program participation and community visibility. - Recruit, coordinate, and support volunteers for programs and events.
• Operations & Administration - Maintain accurate participant, volunteer, and event records within organizational systems. - Monitor program participation and community engagement metrics and provide regular updates and reports to the VP Communities. - Manage participant and parent communications and address questions or concerns in a timely and professional manner. - Collaborate closely with organizational leadership and cross-functional team members to ensure alignment and successful implementation of programs and initiatives. - Participate in staff meetings, training, and organizational initiatives.
• What Success Looks Like A successful CEM will: ✅ Drive Community Growth - Build a growing network of engaged community members, volunteers, leaders, and partners. - Introduce IAC to new audiences and communities. ✅ Increase Community Engagement - Drive participation and deepen engagement across IAC programs and initiatives. - Foster meaningful and lasting relationships within the community. ✅ Create Meaningful Community Value - Develop initiatives that are relevant, distinctive, and valued by the local community. - Identify opportunities where IAC can make a unique contribution and impact. ✅ Expand IAC's Reach and Impact - Create strategic partnerships that increase IAC's visibility, engagement, and community impact. - Bring community insights and opportunities that help guide local growth and decision-making . ✅ Demonstrate Ownership and Execution - Deliver projects on time with strong attention to quality and follow-through. - Operate independently, take initiative, and maintain accountability for results.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Strong connection to both Israeli and American identities and familiarity with Israeli culture, community, and current affairs.
• Strong understanding and interest in the Israeli-American and Jewish community.
• Proven ability to build relationships and engage diverse audiences.
• Ability to identify opportunities and turn ideas into well-executed initiatives.
• Strong organizational skills, with 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, participants, and organizational leadership.
• Strong operational and administrative skills.

Preferred

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

Benefits

• Full-time employees working 20 plus hours per week shall be eligible for insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, & life) following the new hire waiting period