Program Associate

The Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Foundation is seeking a Program Associate at the Mandel Institute for Nonprofit Leadership in Brookline, Massachusetts. The Program Associate is a pivotal role that provides comprehensive support for the Institute’s Executive and Educational Leadership Programs. Interest in Jewish communal work—specifically in the areas of education, nonprofit and social leadership, and Israel studies—as well as a desire to support a mission-driven organization, will be assets in this role. Key Responsibilities Program Support: Executive and Mid-Career Educational Leadership Programs Supports planning and executes logistics for smooth delivery of all seminars. Provides scheduling and administrative support for virtual learning sessions and meetings with faculty, fellows, advisors, and external partners. Manages communication with fellows, including organizing and distributing program schedules, readings, session recordings, and other program-related content, via the CRM and other platforms. Coordinates evaluation activities, including fielding surveys, analyzing data, and produces reports. Develops positive relationships with fellows, faculty, advisors, and external partners to support community building, cohort cohesion, and Mandel’s reputation for excellence. Supports logistical planning for Israel study tours, working collaboratively with the Institute’s tour company on logistics, and local speakers and educational partners to ensure smooth delivery of program content. Delivers high quality programming with a service-oriented mindset. Recruitment and Admissions: Executive and Mid-Career Educational Leadership Programs Coordinates all aspects of recruitment for Executive and Mid-Career Educational Leadership Programs, including field engagement, communications, and interaction with prospective candidates. Coordinates all aspects of the admissions process including application review, candidate interviews, selection, and onboarding of new cohorts. Cross-Organization Support Provides additional logistical support, as needed, to program staff of the Cultural and Early-Career Educators programs during peak periods. The Program Associate will report to the Director of the Executive Leadership Program and work collaboratively with other members of the Mandel Institute's professional team. They will interact with Mandel Institute fellows, graduates, faculty members, advisors, outside vendors, and the broader Mandel Institute community. This is a full-time, in-person position with the option to work remotely Mondays and Fridays. Annual salary is competitive, within a range of $55,000 - $65,000, depending on qualifications and experience. Qualified applicants must live within a reasonable commute of the Mandel Institute office in Brookline, Massachusetts. Qualifications Bachelor's degree with high academic achievement. Excellent organizational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Keen attention to detail in all aspects of professional work. Strong written and verbal communication skills. A team- and service-oriented mindset and ability to work collaboratively with a variety of colleagues, program participants, and organizational stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative, with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a demonstrated ability to adapt to new business and educational software platforms. Strong preference for candidates with prior experience with event coordination, logistics management, and community engagement. Knowledge of or experience working in Jewish nonprofit, educational and cultural fields served by Mandel programs is desirable. Proficiency in Hebrew and familiarity with Israeli society will be considered assets. Employee Benefits Medical benefits Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid vacation and personal time Access to funds for professional development Tuition reimbursement program for continuing education Subsidized gym program How to Apply Please submit a cover letter and resume to Liana Brodsky at View email address on click.appcast.io. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Foundation is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to pursuing and hiring diverse talent. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr