Remote Program Associate

Summary

Join Hillel International as a Program Associate and support the research, planning, and implementation of various programs and operations within the Campus Climate Initiative. As a remote position, you will work closely with learning and operations teams to ensure the goals and objectives of CCI's growing portfolio are met.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Experience in research, writing, law, higher education, curriculum development, journalism, or in a Jewish communal organization (preferred)
• Outstanding written communication, research, and verbal presentation skills
• Proven ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team setting
• Strong organizational abilities, time management skills, problem-solving abilities, and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Able to develop visually effective, branded presentations in PowerPoint and other programs
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness of program context and stakeholders
• Familiarity with the history, sources, and characteristics of antisemitism; Jewish history and culture; and Zionism and anti-Zionism
• Familiarity with university practices, policies, and issues related to campus climate and diversity and inclusion, with special awareness of issues and concerns affecting Jewish and pro-Israel students, including antisemitism and anti-Zionism

Responsibilities

• Research and summarize current media and scholarly publications on topics related to antisemitism, campus climate for Jewish students, anti-Israel demonstrations and protests, DEI trends, academic freedom and free speech, Jewish student activism, Israel/Palestine on campus, and other related topics
• Research and collect data on university policies and procedures related to antisemitism, bias, discrimination and harassment, religious accommodations, free speech and time/place/manner regulations governing demonstrations, academic freedom, university leaders’ public statements on these topics, etc
• Provide legal research support to the Senior VP of University Initiatives and General Counsel and Assistant General Counsel, e.g., providing relevant state and federal cases, legislation, and other legal materials
• Draft and/or edit CCI materials as needed such as newsletters and reports
• Assist the CCI Learning Team with logistical support for learning and training sessions including booking speakers for learning sessions, administering Zoom meetings, etc
• Coordinate training sessions for administrators in person or on Zoom and support follow-up evaluation
• Support CCI operations uploading learning material to CCI’s eLearning platform
• Assist CCI staff with the creation of presentation materials including PowerPoint presentations

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $46,000 - $52,000 commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, Long Term Disability (LTD), Flexible Spending Plan, generous vacation/sick time, and parental leave