Programming Director

Congregation Orach Chaim, a warm, multi-generational Modern Orthodox shul on the Upper
East Side, seeks a motivated self-starter with demonstrated administrative, community-building
and communications skills to create, administer, and market engaging activities and programs
for the membership. The ideal candidate has a passion for Jewish learning and community and
is excited to bring Judaism to life through experiential activities and programming. The
Programming Director will work directly with the Rabbi, Operations Manager, and Youth Director,
and build relationships with community members across a wide range of ages, life stages, and
Jewish backgrounds to engage our entire multi-generational community.
Responsibilities include:
? In conjunction with the Rabbi, create and organize educational programming for the
Orach Chaim community throughout the year, including pre-holiday shiurim, monthly
reading group, guest speakers, cultural trips/outings, and other holiday-related events
? Plan and execute 3-4 Scholar-in-Residence dinners and community Shabbat meals per
year, including working directly with caterers, creating seating charts, and managing all
aspects of event logistics before and during the events
? Oversee other community gatherings such as Purim and Chanukah activities, Host/Be
Hosted Shabbats, volunteer activities, and more
? Develop budget for events and programs with approval of relevant Board members
? Create and distribute promotional flyers and other materials for all events, coordinate
event marketing across multiple media platforms, and share post-event content on
various platforms to increase reach and further engage the community
? Manage event registration and other backend details through Shulcloud platform
? Coordinate shul calendar, custodial, security, and other logistical needs for all events
with Operations Manager
? Work with Youth Director to coordinate a robust programming calendar of youth and
family events, assisting with arranging logistics as needed
In addition to working extensively with the Rabbi to identify programming opportunities and
needs, the Programming Director will report directly to the Shul President and occasionally
report to the shul board with high-level program updates and outlook. This is a part-time role
with hours varying from 8-12 hours per week, with events ahead of/around major holidays
sometimes involving more hours.