NYC Community Coordinator

About the role

Honeymoon Israel (HMI) is seeking a part-time NYC Community Coordinator. Community Coordinators are HMI's locally focused staff, connecting, convening, and supporting young couples from diverse Jewish backgrounds as they decide how to bring Judaism into their lives. The group trip to Israel is the catalyst, and much of the work happens once couples return home.

Responsibilities: • Promote HMI and recruit couples in New York to apply for the HMI experience • Represent HMI at conferences and meetings, and support local fundraising • Interview applicants and partner with the Regional Director on recruitment, selection, and registration • Support trip staff with pre- and post-trip activities • Help alumni couples build and lead their own community at home • Build partnerships with local institutions, rabbis, educators, and funders who can support HMI couples

Requirements

• 5–6 years of relevant professional experience; bachelor's degree required
• Experience in community organizing, group facilitation, program planning, and leadership development
• Knowledge of Jewish ritual and culture, and familiarity with the local Jewish community
• Highly organized project manager, comfortable working remotely
• Experience leading Israel programs and working with young adults/families strongly preferred
• Schedule:
• 15–20 hours per week; a temporary 12-month contract with possibility of renewal. Must live in the NYC metro area; some weeknights and weekends, about 10% domestic travel.
• Compensation:
• $35 per hour.