DESCRIPTION
ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW
The Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund (the Federation) of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties is a philanthropic catalyst, connecting Bay Area Jews – of all ages, backgrounds, and perspectives – to the power we have as a community to improve the world. We partner with donors, organizations, and foundations to address the pressing issues facing our community, and develop innovative strategies that result in deep and lasting impact.

Our vision is a vibrant, connected, and enduring Jewish community that is a force for good locally, in Israel, and around the world. Our work is guided by the timeless Jewish values of kehilla (community), tzedakah (giving with just intention), and tikkun olam (repairing the world).

The Federation is looking for highly motivated and qualified individuals with a variety of skill sets who want to join a team working to build a new model of 21st century and next generation Federation engagement. We are especially interested in candidates who are committed to excellence, forward-thinking, open-minded, willing to take risks, and model a positive attitude that inspires confidence.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Diller Teen Fellows is an immersive experiential education program for 10th & 11th graders designed to inspire and promote leadership among Jewish youth. This global program began in San Francisco 20 years ago and has since expanded to include 16 communities around the world and an equivalent number of 16 Israeli communities.

The program is sponsored by the Helen Diller Family Foundation. Over the course of the 12-month fellowship, the Diller Teen Fellows Program develops a global network of Jewish leaders, with a lifetime commitment to their communities, Israel, the Jewish people, and to making the world a better place. Goals of the program are:
Fellows will demonstrate a deep personal pride in being Jewish.
Fellows will apply leadership skills to real world challenges.
Fellows will connect and engage with Israel in diverse ways.
Fellows will take actions to better the world.
Fellows will value diverse expressions of ideas, beliefs, and practices.
Fellows will connect to and care for the Jewish people.

POSITION SUMMARY
Currently, Diller Teen Fellows International is looking for an energetic and motivated person to help strengthen its Alumni Network (community of graduates of the program from the last 20 years) through connection to and engagement with past participants all over the globe through multiple platforms and strategies.
Co-facilitate the Global Junior Staff program ensuring participants have the skills and tools they need to succeed in their local and international/global roles.
Maintain a database of and connect to past Diller Teen Fellows across the globe.
Create and manage online platforms of communication and connection with and between alumni.
Recruit Network members to participate in Diller managed follow-up programs and platforms.
Encourage connections to and participation in social action, educational, and community enrichment activities offered by other organizations, providing additional platforms form alumni to be effective agents of change.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION
Be an active member of the International Diller Teen Fellows Program team and participate in meetings, trainings, and seminars throughout the year (national & international) in accordance with the annual program.
Maintain continuous joint work with parallel Network Coordinator in Israel and the other staff members of the Network Department.
Junior Staff Program:
Lead annual trainings for Junior Counselors (nationally and globally), parallel to the annual educational program including annual Shabbatonim and Pre-Israel Summer Seminar training for Junior Staff.
Train and manage the work of 1-2 two Junior Staff Advisors (Student Interns).
Collaborate with Fellowship Department on training Coordinators on working with their local Junior Counselor’s, including providing the knowledge and tools needed to train, empower, and mentor Junior Counselors on a local level.
Network Department:
Connect to alumni and update past participant information in the database.
Monitor trends/movement of the International alumni and create relevant reports for the Program’s management and partners.
Communicate and collaborate with Media Coordinator/Intern to ensure Alumni Network media presence through social media, electronic newsletters and ongoing communication, and assessing and implementing new technologies as needed.
Facilitate and create bridges for Diller alumni engagement with and integration into partner organizations & programming platforms.
Encourage alumni initiatives that advance social responsibility and the vision of Diller Teen Fellows including the Micro-Grant Program.
Research alumni engagement methods by other organizations and implement methods based on management strategy.
Manage the feedback and evaluation of the Alumni Network, responding to its changing demands and needs.
Partner with IDTF staff members in the process of locating and recruiting alumni to participate in existing Diller platforms throughout the year (Student Interns, Congress Sessions, etc.).
Serve as a resource to local Coordinators to engage alumni in their work locally.
Collaborate on developing pilot programs that provide value-added opportunities to Diller alumni (e.g. Campus Connectors Program, Mentoring Program, Micro-Grant Program).

EDUCATION OR TRAINING EQUIVALENT TO
Minimum of a BA in Education, Psychology, Social Work, Jewish Studies, or related field. Alumni of the Program or past-Coordinator – significant advantage!

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS (SKILLS, ABILITIES, LICENSE)
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Drive, social media/networking tools and platforms, and database management programs – required. (Formstack/Salesforce – advantage!)
Ability to establish meaningful personal connections with alumni and empower and guide them to take responsibility for their community and lead projects.
Organizational and logistical ability.
Creativity and passion for change.
Ability to work with a wide network of partners.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-cultural team (national and international) and willingness to contribute to and grow from it.
Availability for domestic and international travel including (but not limited to) 1 week in October, 1 week in January & 4 weeks during the summer.

BENEFITS
We Offer:
A Great Location
We’re located in San Francisco’s financial district (unless otherwise stated), with close proximity to public transportation, great restaurants, shopping, food trucks, and theater. Plus, we’re right across the street from the Ferry Building, which is acclaimed for the quality and diversity of its fresh farm products and artisanal foods.

Comprehensive Benefits
We provide employer-sponsored medical, vision and dental coverage, company-paid life insurance, 403(b) retirement plans with employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, and tax-free deductions for transportation and parking.

Compensation & Time Off
We offer competitive pay and provide up to four weeks of vacation, as well as sick pay, flexible work schedules, federal and Jewish holidays off, and a paid sabbatical.

Our Work Environment
We have an inclusive, collaborative, open culture that values people as our greatest asset – that’s why we encourage growth and professional development. We have staff and peer recognition programs and provide ergonomic assessments and accommodations. There is lots of space for your bike, we know how to throw an awesome holiday party, and, when the sun is out, we have amazing rooftop BBQs with a view that spans the entire Embarcadero. We also enjoy a healthy dose of competition when it comes to baking cook-offs and, yes, we even share those recipes.

If you’re bright, driven, and enjoy working with a talented group of people in a learning-friendly, rapidly evolving environment, we want to hear from you.

The Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employment equity throughout all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, orientation, ethnicity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace.

LEVEL OF LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
EDUCATION OR TRAINING EQUIVALENT TO
Minimum of a BA in Education, Psychology, Social Work, Jewish Studies, or related field. Alumni of the Program or past-Coordinator – significant advantage!

PROFESSIONAL LEVEL
Professional

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED
4-year degree

HOW TO APPLY
hr@sfjcf.org
http://jewishfed.org