JEWISH FEDERATION & FAMILY SERVICES, ORANGE COUNTY
Rose Project Student Leadership Development Coordinator
Organization: Jewish Federation & Family Services, Orange County brings together
the people, the partners and the resources to care for people in need, to build a vibrant
community and to sustain and enhance Jewish life. JFFS’ Rose Project was
established in 2008 to enhance Jewish life on Orange County college campuses and to
develop capable, self-sufficient Jewish student leaders to carry out activities on these
campuses.
Position Overview: The Rose Project seeks a highly motivated person with experience
in student leadership development and Israel advocacy to manage a multi-campus
leadership development program for Jewish students. Applicants should be detailedoriented self-starters who can work independently, prioritize tasks and handle multiple
projects simultaneously. This position reports to the Director of The Rose Project with
accountability to the Rose Leadership Council and works collaboratively with a campus
Israel Fellow.
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Recruit college freshmen and sophomores for the leadership program;
Develop well-rounded leaders with transferable skills;
Implement a comprehensive, two-year curriculum for Jewish student leadership
development;
Administer and facilitate regular leadership development meetings; schedule
guest speakers; facilitate discussions; initiate team building activities;
Develop and implement programs, events and retreats relevant to the student
leadership development process;
Mentor program participants to empower them as Jewish campus leaders;
Facilitate the participation of partner organizations on and off campus;
Coordinate mentorship opportunities for participants;
Develop program evaluation criteria and assess program based on measurable
objectives;
Manage a substantial program budget;
Critically assess urgent campus issues, devise advocacy strategies, develop
buy-in with partner organizations and initiate action;
Guide Israel advocacy on campus;
Facilitate the engagement of non-Jewish students in student coalitions;
Preferred Skills and Experience:
The successful candidate should have knowledge of current trends facing Jewish
students at U.S. college campuses and experience in Jewish student leadership
development and Israel advocacy on campus; excellent program administration and
evaluation skills, event organizing skills and public speaking ability; knowledge of Israel
and Middle East affairs and Israel advocacy best practices; ability to address complex
issues with a clear, nuanced approach and to develop appropriate educational and
advocacy initiatives; ability to work with Jewish campus professionals and lay
leadership.
Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, Jewish studies or related field.
Minimum 2 years professional experience.
Additional Desired Skills:
Knowledge of Orange County campuses, American Jewish community organizations
and institutions; political organizing or campus Jewish leadership experience.
This is a part-time position with the potential for becoming full time. This position
requires flexible work hours.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary commensurate with experience.
No phone calls please. Please e-mail resume and cover letter with salary requirements
to rose@jffs.org.
EOE. Only qualified applicants will be contacted.
To learn more about The Rose Project visit
http://www.jewishorangecounty.org/rose.aspx
To learn more about our vibrant, growing, Jewish community visit
http://www.jewishorangecounty.org