Program and Engagement Associate, NEXTGen Detroit

About the Jewish Federation of Detroit As the primary instrument of Jewish philanthropy and engagement in the Detroit area, we are a community-driven organization committed to taking care of the needs of the Jewish people and building a vibrant Jewish future, in metropolitan Detroit, in Israel and around the world. About NEXTGen Detroit With the goal of engaging and retaining the next generation of Jewish Detroiters, Federation developed NEXTGen Detroit, an innovative platform for transforming the community into a vibrant home for young Jews of every background and affiliation. Since its launch in 2012, NEXTGen Detroit has emerged as a national leader of young adult engagement and is now a model for Federations across North America. NEXTGen Detroit’s mission is to grow and sustain metro Detroit as a home for Jewish individuals in their 20s and 30s. We are obsessed with creating meaningful opportunities for social, professional, and cultural engagement and growth. As a member of the NEXTGen Detroit team, the Program and Engagement Associate will help develop and execute unforgettable programs, events and initiatives for a large and diverse group of community members across the city. The Program and Engagement Associate position offers the right person a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in our community — as well as to explore, learn and grow as a professional. Who are we looking for? A highly creative and entrepreneurial individual who is driven to succeed A team-player who can work well with a passionate group of professionals and lay leaders A self-starter who can manage a variety of tasks and details while serving a big-picture goal Interested in learning about and participating in the Federation's Annual Campaign A dynamic and innovative programmer who can plan and lead a slate of events and programs to reach and engage young adults throughout the community A community-minded individual who is committed to building a better Jewish future for young adults in Detroit Primary responsibilities Work with NEXTGen Detroit staff and leadership to strategize, develop and implement innovative, exceptional programs and events Develop and lead events and programs on a variety of scales from intimate to enormous Host individual meetings with young adults looking to get involved with NEXTGen Detroit Build strong and positive relationships within the NEXTGen Detroit community Develop and maintain programs and events with NEXTGen Detroit’s community partners Cultivate effective relationships with board members, volunteers, donors and colleagues Build relationships with donors and solicit gifts at telethons and/or face‑to‑face meetings Assist in all programs and identify new individuals for outreach Flexibility to support or collaborate with other departments as needed #J-18808-Ljbffr