IAC NE Activism Manager,Civic Engagement & Fighting Antisemitism

About the Israeli American Council:

The mission of the Israeli American Council (IAC) is to build an engaged and united Israeli-American community that strengthens our next generations, the American Jewish Community, and the State of Israel.

Since its foundation in 2007, activism and civic engagement have been one of IAC’s core organizational pillars. The goal is to organize, educate, energize, and mobilize local communities in support of Israel and the Jewish people.

In recent years, the IAC gained specific expertise in addressing antisemitism in public school systems, on college campuses, and in public spaces – educating and empowering teens, students, educators, and community members; resolving incidents of antisemitism; and training a network of civically engaged communities across the nation.

The combination of vast experience and national infrastructure uniquely positions the IAC to fight one of our community's greatest challenges.

About IAC Civic Engagement and Fighting Antisemitism:

The IAC holds a cutting-edge network of local hubs, that organize, educate, energize, engage, and mobilize local communities in support of Israel and the Jewish people. This is done on three fronts: K-12; Campus; Public Spaces. We believe that activism is effective the most when the community is at the front, empowered with all the necessary tools and support. For that, the IAC leverages our network of local communities and committees across the country for grassroots civic engagement initiatives and mobilization. We also leverage IAC’s nationwide leadership programs and alumni to educate, train and activate Israeli American change agents.

Activism Manager Job Purpose:

The New England Activism Manager’s goal is to be the professional activism resource for the region, leading all civic engagement and fighting antisemitism-based activities and efforts on the ground, including but not restricted to ACT & IMPACT teen ambassadorship and parent task forces, support of students and faculty of local universities, civic engagement committees, local School Watch related events, relationships with schools and Jewish organizations, training sessions in the community, events, online campaigns local mobilization efforts and activism grant writing. In addition to the regional work, projects & responsibilities are to be expected as part of the Civic Engagement and Fighting Antisemitism national team efforts.

The New England Activism Manager will report directly to the New England Regional Director while receiving professional guidance from the National Director of Civic Engagement and Fighting Antisemitism in K-12. The Activism Manager must be a committed member of both teams and sustain close relationships with team members (both regional and professional), local stakeholders in the region, and partner communities and organizations in the pro-Israel space.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Marketing, recruiting & leading ACT & IMPACT (teen ambassadorship, parent task force, educational efforts). 
• Steering Activism Committee and handling relationships with committee members. 
• Assistance with fundraising for local activism activity, including grant research and writing. 
• Training and educating the community, educators, and local public schools through ACT & IMPACT / School Watch. 
• Assisting with local School Watch incidents and managing long-term relationships with districts and schools. 
• Working with student ambassadors, academic networks campus organizations, and administrations to address civic engagement and fighting antisemitism on campus locally. 
• Leading national activism efforts on the ground, e.g. 6 Million Steps, Jewish American Heritage Month.
• Creation of an engaging activist community through events, workshops, speakers, and mobilization efforts. 
• Management of strategic partnerships and coalitions. Establishment of new relationships with schools, campuses, synagogues, community groups and pro-Israel organizations. 
• Recruitment and cultivation of a local community of volunteers who want to engage in pro-Israel activities. 
• Growing the current activist pool by converting training participants into activists. 
• Advocating for community members in need when faced with antisemitism and national origin discrimination.
• Management, operation, and growth of online assets, e.g. Newsletters, Facebook, Twitter, etc. 
• Monitoring the region for antisemitism and anti-Israel behavior and mobilizing the community accordingly. 
• Collaboration with IAC programs, e.g. Gvanim, Eitanim (teens), Mishelanu (students), Academic Action. 
• Participation in both local and national team efforts to achieve organization goals. 
• Serving as a knowledgeable resource to community members in need, attending Israel-related events and providing support and strategic consultation when needed. 
• Leading national projects within the activism team.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Excellent leadership & strategic planning capabilities. Emphasis on superb interpersonal skills.
• 3 years’ experience in the field of Israel activism, or antisemitism education.
• Proven project management capabilities and success in the execution of complex strategies.
• Deep understanding of the pro-Israel activism landscape, including community mobilization.
• Experience in public speaking and group dynamics.
• Experience in fundraising/grant writing.
• Excellent verbal, writing, and presentation skills.
• Strong PR/marketing capabilities, including proficiency in social media platforms.
• Connection to Israel and passion for advocating for her.
• Ability to work Flexible hours, under pressure, as a team player in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent technological skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, and Social Media Platforms (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, etc).
• Fluent in English - full comprehension, speaking, writing, reading. 
• Fluency in Hebrew is an advantage.