Program Director, Center for Shared Society

Position Overview

JCRC-NY seeks a Program Director to be part of a dynamic team working to further the organization’s values and goals of creating strategic partnerships with diverse leaders throughout New York City by identifying and addressing issues of shared concern. This position is full-time and based out of the midtown offices of JCRC-NY. Employees are required to work in the office at least three days per week. The Program Director is supervised by the Vice President of the Center for Shared Society.

Responsibilities

The Program Director will bring a strong ability to:

Serve as the lead coordinator to oversee implementation of two major grant-funded programs:
The Partners Against the Hate (PATH), funded through the 67th Precinct Clergy Council in partnership with the Mayor’s Office for the Prevention of Hate Crimes (OPHC) to combat hate through bridge-building and hate crime awareness programming
Strengthening Partnerships and Communities (SPAC), funded by UJA Federation of New York, to create community relations hubs with participating JCCs
Liaise between JCRC-NY, including grantees/subvendors, and OPHC and UJA, respectively
Supervise implementation of the PATH-funded Fellowships Against Hate, including expansion into Manhattan, led by JCCs in the five boroughs
Work with JCC partners to develop and enhance curricula to meet the needs of communities, ensuring standardization and supporting consistent, high-quality delivery
Assist in recruitment efforts and interviewing processes, as needed
Represent JCRC-NY and speak at a minimum of two Fellowship meetings, including graduations, per borough to reach developing networks and establish a JCRC footprint
Conduct regular site visits throughout NYC and Long Island to monitor impact and ensure organizations are consistently meeting benchmarks
Design and lead training modules, both in-person and on Zoom, for a growing network of grant recipients and subvendor organizations
Work closely with the VP of the Center to provide group and individual consultations with JCCs and PATH partners to support their respective initiatives to combat hate and build cross-community relationships
Represent JCRC at diverse stakeholder meetings with city government, foundations, and community partners, and regularly connect with alumni and city partners to identify opportunities for partnership and support
Manage and monitor budgets and oversee funding allocations
Perform detailed record keeping and prepare comprehensive grant reports to ensure full compliance with funding requirements
Lead evaluation processes as well as design and administer the annual grantee selection process
Attend grantee events throughout NYC, including occasional weeknights and Sundays, to strengthen relationships with program partners, as well as to provide hands-on support as needed
Design and coordinate major events, such as conferences and networking opportunities

Other Responsibilities

As a member of the JCRC’s Center for Shared Society team, coordinate on program goals, share updates, troubleshoot challenges, provide feedback, and foster collaboration
Support broader JCRC-NY marketing and communication efforts through content collection for weekly updates, social media, e-newsletters, etc.
Complete other tasks and assignments as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
At least 3-5 years of experience in community relations, interfaith programming, coalition building, conflict resolution, diversity and inclusion, or a similar field
Relationship-oriented person who can create inroads with emerging leaders and their communities
Proven ability to build trust and rapport with individuals from diverse religious, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, with a strong understanding of bias and oppression dynamics within diverse communities
Strong understanding of and appreciation for the diversity of backgrounds and viewpoints within the Jewish communities of New York
Experience with program management, budget management, curriculum development, and group facilitation
Self-starter, creative thinker, problem-solver, and team player
Strong written, verbal, presentation, and public speaking skills
Attentive to detail
Energetic, positive, and enthusiastic
Comfort using standard technology tools (G-Suite, etc.)

Compensation and Benefits