Director of Engagement, East Coast

The Shalom Hartman Institute of North America

Mission and Philosophy

The Shalom Hartman Institute is a leading research and educational center serving Israel and World Jewry. We work to enrich the moral and spiritual life of Israel and the Jewish people, to deepen the commitment to pluralism and to Israel’s Jewish and democratic character, and to rebuild the covenant between Israel and the Jewish world.

Through our community of outstanding scholars and educators the Institute is developing innovative responses to the challenges of our time, cultivating a new generation of leaders and change agents, and building transformational educational projects that are helping to inspire a better Judaism and a better Israel for the 21st century.

Position

SHI North America (SHI NA) has an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, motivated, experienced, creative, and organized professional to represent the Institute.

The Director of Engagement for the East Coast will play a primary role in managing Hartman educational initiatives in New York, Boston, DC, and potentially other East Coast cities. This professional will work closely with organizational partners on the ground and serve as an important relationship manager. Key responsibilities include program development, internal management, and administration, understanding of Hartman educational frameworks, relationship management, public presence, excellent communication, and collaboration with SHI NA colleagues. The position requires someone who is an excellent relationship builder, communicator, strong on follow-through, detail-oriented, quick learner, and a team player. The idea candidate for this position will also have a commitment to SHI NA’s mission, will be someone who can take initiative in identifying problems and devising solutions, and must have strong interpersonal skills to help implement those solutions with good judgment, discretion, and tact. Based in New York, and reporting to our Vice President for Educational Operations and Regional Strategy, this individual will work closely in partnership with the colleagues across the organization.

Responsibilities and Duties

The primary responsibilities of the position include:

• Serving as the face of SHI NA in multiple cities and speaking in public settings
• Designing, planning, and executing periodic program initiatives in multiple cities. This includes managing faculty preparation, overseeing travel, budget, and educational materials and content with administrative support
• Working in close partnership with Hartman partners on the ground in these cities to ensure their educational experiences are well designed and implemented
• Stewarding existing relationships and cultivating new partnerships
• Working in partnership with national program and faculty teams across the organization

Qualifications

Experience and Knowledge

• Knowledge of the Jewish communal landscape
• Proven track record cultivating and managing individuals and institutional relationships and partnerships
• Experience with implementing educational programs
• Demonstrated experience with organizing events, managing timelines
• Strong understanding of or ability to learn SHI NA’s educational content, key questions, and unique approach

Specific Skills and Personal Characteristics

• Highly professional demeanor
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented; able to manage multiple complex tasks
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-energy environment
• Track record of demonstrating sound judgment by making appropriate decisions and knowing when to take initiative in identifying problems and devising solutions
• Capable of working independently as well as collaboratively
• Excellent interpersonal abilities including a customer-service oriented demeanor
• Flexible work style with the ability to work under tight deadlines and with shifting priorities
• Inquisitiveness and an openness to learning, including new software and technologies
• Good sense of humor

Abilities

• Ability to travel frequently around the East Coast and Israel at times
• Ability to staff evening and weekend programs

Education Level

• BA / BS or equivalent, and related MA or higher

Salary range and benefits: $120,000 - $150,000, commensurate with experience. Very competitive benefits package. SHI NA is an equal opportunity employer.

To apply:

Please submit both a resume and cover letter through this link: https://jobs.crelate.com/portal/shalomhartman/job/7rcr9apcptgpemsh39ura5kh7y. 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 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.

Posted On: Monday, September 8, 2025