Director, Campus Impact

Position Overview:

Dynamic and entrepreneurial Campus Impact Director to build and execute JNF-USA's campus engagement strategy. This role will steward and strengthen campus partnerships established through strategically deployed JNF-USA's grants, while creating a comprehensive engagement model that follows students and families from their participation in Alexander Muss High School in Israel ("Muss"), sustaining their Jewish journey through college and into their young professional life.

Coordinating across a strategic portfolio of six to ten campuses with the highest concentration of Muss alumni, the National Campus Impact Director will work with JNF-USA grantees, campus professionals, student leaders, faculty, and JNF-USA regional leadership, leveraging signature programs to deepen Zionist engagement, strengthen campus relationships, and advance measurable positive outcomes for Israel engagement on campus.

This position reports to the Chief Operating Officer and requires significant travel throughout the academic year.

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer

Location: NYC office (5 days/week)

Position Responsibilities:

Campus Strategy & Partnership Management

Serve as the lead relationship manager for six to ten strategically selected campuses with significant concentrations of Muss alumni.
Steward and expand partnerships developed through the strategic JNF-USA Grants.
Build strong working relationships with campus professionals, student organizations, faculty, administrators, Hillels, Chabad centers, and other Zionist partners.
Conduct annual site visits to all assigned campuses, maintaining an active and visible on-campus presence.

Student & Alumni Engagement

Develop and implement a comprehensive campus engagement model that follows Muss alumni and their families through the college journey.
Create pathways for continued participation in JNF-USA programs and initiatives.
Identify and engage emerging student leaders and cultivate long-term relationships with participants.
Collaborate with regional JNF-USA professionals to engage families, donors, and community stakeholders in support of campus initiatives.

Signature Program Growth

Drive participation and recruitment for JNF-USA signature programs
Develop innovative Israel programming that introduces new students to JNF-USA and expands engagement opportunities.

Measurement & Impact

Establish and monitor key performance indicators for assigned campuses
Track progress, analyze results, and produce regular reporting on impact and strategic outcomes.

Organizational Collaboration

Work collaboratively across JNF-USA departments, including Marketing, Development, and Regional Operations.
Partner with local JNF-USA lay leaders and communities to create a seamless engagement continuum for students and families.
Represent JNF-USA at conferences, campus events, missions, and community programs as required.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required.
Minimum 7 years of experience in recruitment or sales, nonprofit leadership.
Strong research and analytical skills and ability to leverage metrics to drive decision-making.
Deep commitment to Zionism, Israel engagement, and Jewish communal life.
Demonstrated success building partnerships and cultivating stakeholder relationships.
Outstanding communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
Excellent project management and organizational abilities.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently and creatively.
Willingness and ability to travel extensively, including annual visits to all assigned campuses and attendance at national programs and conferences.