Israeli-American Council (IAC)
*Hebrew Proficiency Required
About the Israeli-American Council:
The mission of the IAC is to build an engaged and united Israeli-American community that strengthens: the Israeli and Jewish identity of our next generations, the American Jewish community and the bond between the peoples of the United States and the State of Israel.
Job Purpose:
The IAC is seeking for a S. Florida Regional Director to lead its vision of bringing together Israeli-American communities throughout the Greater S. Florida area. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successful leadership and management and with the ability to implement the IAC mission.
The S. Florida Regional Director reports to the Chief Communities officer.
Duties Include:
• Lead the S. Florida regional office to implement the IAC’s philosophy, mission, strategy, road map and goals on a local level.
• Oversee IAC S. Florida office programming, events, operations, finances, marketing, and other ongoing projects with the National IAC headquarter.
• Lead fundraising efforts (run campaigns, donors’ relations, fundraising and gala events etc.), including planning and implementation, identifying resource opportunities from foundations, institutions, and individuals.
• Recruit Council members and work with the council to develop of strong IAC lay leadership and lead meaningful development efforts.
• Implement programs and produce community events for the Israeli-American community in the S. Florida metropolitan area.
• Execute and promote the IAC goals and lead the execution of programs and events in the regional office to implement the IAC’s philosophy, mission, strategy, and goals on a local level.
• Build strategic relations among Jewish and pro-Israel organizations to drive support and collaboration.
• Hire, train, support and supervise professional staff for the S. Florida IAC Regional office.
• Create, oversee and implement the annual budget. Monitor adherence to set budgets and organization’s procedures, fundraise and support fundraising efforts.
• Oversee the production of large scale activities and event in greater S. Florida area.
• Represent the IAC and the Israeli-American community in various forums.
• Support the Community outreach and public relations: reach out to the community, maintain, and create partnerships with other community organizations.
Skills/Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required, graduate degree preferred.
• At least 5 years of related job experience.
• Experience in leadership and management of organization.
• Conceptual thinker, ability to see the big picture and to create and execute a vision.
• Fluent in Hebrew and English – Speaking, reading and writing.
• Deep knowledge and understanding of Israeli culture.
• Good operational, administrative, and management capabilities, ability to lead processes.
• Strong high-level planning and monitoring capabilities.
• Experience in managing and leading a team of employees.
• Action oriented and ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with donors, Council members, staff and community organizations.
• Excellent interpersonal communications skills and out of the box thinking.
• Exceptional ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
• Knowledge in Israel related issues and passion regarding community building.
• Experience in nonprofit management is a plus.
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