Job description

Newton, MA
Do you enjoy using your intellectual and creative energies to build programs that enrich and expand people’s understanding and experiences? Collaborating and partnering with other teams and organizations? Does the idea of pioneering new ways and platforms for adults to nurture their mind, body and spirit excite you? If so, JCC Greater Boston has a unique, impactful part-time opportunity for you. The Adult Engagement Program Manager will lead an initiative to build and realize a vision for expanding adult engagement programs to meet today’s needs and future opportunities. This is a 20 hour/week, primarily remote, position with in-person time required for meetings and program implementation. It is part of the Family Engagement and Jewish Life Department at JCC Greater Boston. The salary range for this position is $27-$29/hour. The salary offered will ultimately be determined by the number of hours scheduled, scope of the position, the candidate’s relevant experience, and internal equity.
JCC Greater Boston is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston core values - Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration and Transformation - which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with JCC leadership, Health and Wellness staff, Marketing and external funders to establish the Adult Engagement vision.
• Interact with other programming departments to identify needs, leverage resources, and create a work plan that reflects community needs and input from various stakeholders. Programs will include both virtual and in person offerings.
• Create an environment which is welcoming to diverse populations including those who are differently abled.
• Create partnerships with local and national Jewish and secular organizations to expand and leverage programming opportunities for JCC members and guests including exposing our community to high profile national presenters.
• Produce and manage the Hot Buttons, Cool Conversation series of events from design to implementation, including but not limited to:
• design compelling programs that reflect contemporary issues
• create a strategic marketing plan
• handle all programmatic elements including registration, contracting with presenters/performers; forging partnerships when relevant; making travel and hotel arrangements for on-site programs

• Coordinate and expand on-site adult art classes. Create distinctive arts and cultural programs for adults.
• Work closely with the marketing team to create a digital presence and email and social media strategy
• Work with senior leadership to grow and nurture donors for programs that support mind, body and spirit opportunities for adults
• Manage the South Area Senior Adult staff person and program
• Participate in professional development opportunities
• Ensure compliance with JCC Greater Boston processes for program registration, database and website management
• Support JCC Greater Boston mission, vision and values and represent the JCC professional internally and externally. Attend JCCGB all staff meetings
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Creative thinker - able to synthesize concepts, ideas, and opinions from various sources to design a cohesive and impactful program experience
• Exceptionally strong project management skills, including ability to move from concepts/initial ideas to implementation and through evaluation
• Superb time management and organizational skills including ability to manage to deadlines and high-quality standards; able to multitask
• Excellent interpersonal skills and able to work with a range of stakeholders including lay leaders, JCC colleagues, experts in a variety of fields, professionals at local and national organizations. Able to manage situations effectively and diplomatically.
• Experience with needs assessment and research to seek out compelling topics, programs and presenters
• Able to take initiative, working well both independently and as part of a team
• Able to build positive and collaborative working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
• Available to staff weeknight and occasional weekend programs when on-site programming resumes

JCC Greater Boston requires that new employees be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 at time of hire. The JCC will consider requests for medical or religious exemption that do not pose undue hardship or a direct threat to health or safety.
AGENCY INFORMATION
JCC Greater Boston values include: Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration and Transformation. The agency provides a variety of programs and services to children and adults in the Greater Boston Jewish community including: Early Learning Centers, summer camps, health and wellness programs, family engagement programs and cultural activities. The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent and staff person. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs or background.
Our vision is to create a vibrant and evolving Jewish community where everyone belongs. Our mission is to be at the heart of that community by:

• Creating a thriving community that nurtures meaningful and lasting relationships,
• Welcoming a growing and increasingly diverse set of individuals and families from all over Greater Boston,
• Supporting the building of unique identities rooted in Jewish values and deeper connections to Jewish life,
• Nourishing minds, bodies, and spirits through dynamic, innovative, and accessible experiences, and
• Expanding engagement by collaborating with other organizations to ensure the continued vitality of our community as whole.

JCC Greater Boston takes the welfare and safety of staff and children very seriously. Over 99% of our staff have been vaccinated. We have aligned all of our operating procedures with guidance from the CDC and the state. Our practices include ensuring proper physical distancing, sanitation, hygiene, and use of face coverings to promote the health of our staff and program participants.
TO APPLY
JCC Greater Boston welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds who meet the requirements specified above. If you want to share your talents with a great team, co-creating a thriving, dynamic organization which is devoted to community building and lasting impact, please send a cover letter and your resume to familyoutreachjobs.@jccgb.org.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $27.00 - $29.00 per hour

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