Mission and Philosophy
The Shalom Hartman Institute is a leading center of Jewish and education, serving Israel and North America. Our mission is to strengthen Jewish peoplehood, identity and pluralism, to enhance the Jewish and democratic character of Israel, and ensure that Judaism is a compelling force for good in the 21st century.
Position
This position plays a key role as an ambassador for the Shalom Hartman Institute on the East Coast, building relationships with local foundations and Federations, Jewish leaders, new individual donors, and partner organizations toward achieving SHI NA’s strategic educational and philanthropic goals. Focused on New York region and Washington, DC, this professional will cultivate a deep understanding of the needs of SHI NA’s partners and target audiences and have a thorough grasp of the programmatic and consultative resources SHI NA offers - in order to establish and direct sophisticated and relevant ongoing partnerships and programs for both educational and fundraising purposes.
This professional will direct and organize programmatic educational initiatives in both regions ensuring that educational goals are aligned. This person is also responsible for individual networking, recruitment and outreach for Hartman initiatives. Embodying and representing our content and values, this creative self-starter will also plan and recruit for regular donor/prospect events and meetings, manage strategic stakeholder engagement, and promote and recruit new prospects and members for the Hartman Giving Society and candidates to serve on the Board of Directors from these regions.
The ideal candidate will be able to collaborate with external stakeholders to leverage networks, partnerships and Institute resources to establish a successful educational and fundraising profile for the Shalom Hartman Institute amongst key communities and networks.
The ideal candidate is an experienced engagement professional, comfortable in a dynamic and fast-paced setting, who is a confident relationship-builder and strategic gift solicitor, who will be passionate about securing major philanthropic resources to advance the Institute’s mission. The role requires someone who can prioritize among many different responsibilities, is a highly effective verbal and written communicator, with a strong capacity for time-management.
Primary Responsibilities
Qualifications
Salary range and benefits: $150,000 - $170,000, commensurate with experience. Very competitive benefits package.
To apply:
Please submit a resume and cover letter in one document below. The cover letter should include descriptions of positions with relevant experience, and demonstration of successful expertise in the core demands of the position. No phone calls please.
We deeply value the diversity of insight, perspective, and experience brought by people from backgrounds typically underrepresented in Jewish institutions. We also welcome applications from people of diverse religious, spiritual, and cultural backgrounds. The organization provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, national origin, disability condition, marital status, status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. In addition, the organization affirmatively seeks to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity as it applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.
We thank you for your interest in career opportunities with The Shalom Hartman Institute. Due to anticipated high volume, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates who will be interviewed can expect a response within 3-4 weeks.
Mission and Philosophy
The Shalom Hartman Institute is a leading center of Jewish and education, serving Israel and North America. Our mission is to strengthen Jewish peoplehood, identity and pluralism, to enhance the Jewish and democratic character of Israel, and ensure that Judaism is a compelling force for good in the 21st century.
Position
This position plays a key role as an ambassador for the Shalom Hartman Institute on the East Coast, building relationships with local foundations and Federations, Jewish leaders, new individual donors, and partner organizations toward achieving SHI NA’s strategic educational and philanthropic goals. Focused on New York region and Washington, DC, this professional will cultivate a deep understanding of the needs of SHI NA’s partners and target audiences and have a thorough grasp of the programmatic and consultative resources SHI NA offers - in order to establish and direct sophisticated and relevant ongoing…