National Program Associate

We seek a full-time National Program Associate to help plan and execute programs including Maimonides Moot Court Competition (MMCC) and Hadar’s Israel-based gap year program, two of our teen programs. Our vibrant center of learning, Yeshivat Hadar, is known for sophisticated Torah study, a commitment to gender equality, and a network of people who share a quest for purpose and meaning.

The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, attentive to detail, comfortable managing data, and excels at multitasking. The National Program Associate will play a pivotal role in supporting operations and logistics and help to manage the participant experience from recruitment through program execution. This person will be energized by a fast-paced environment and enjoy working with people. This position sits on the Program and Engagement team, and reports to the National Program Manager. This is a full-time position with preference for someone based in New York or a Hadar region. This position may require occasional domestic travel.

Hadar strongly encourages applications from individuals with a broad range of identities and backgrounds, including people of color, women, people with disabilities, immigrants, LGBTQIA+ people, and people who come from low-income or working-class backgrounds.
 

Core Responsibilities:

• Communicate effectively with program participants and institutional partners before, during, and after each program to provide necessary information and support in a timely manner. 
• Work closely with the director of Maimonides Moot Court Competition on implementing and evaluating recruitment strategies, including gathering data on target demographics or key program components through independent research.
• Manage complex registration processes from start to finish to ensure accurate and efficient data management, and a smooth experience for participants.
• Oversee program operations and logistics including organizing transportation, working with event venues and caterers, researching and hiring vendors, printing materials, and ordering supplies. 
• Help manage program finances including drafting and tracking invoices, and processing reimbursements and honorariums. 
• Administrative and operational tasks related to recruitment and program design for MMCC and gap year program.
   

Qualifications:

• Highly organized and responsible, with the ability to oversee and track progress on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self-motivated and driven to initiate and implement new systems to improve program efficiency.
• Skilled in problem-solving, anticipating needs, planning, and finding creative solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a friendly and clear communication style and excellent attention to detail.
• Proficient in learning and utilizing technology and systems effectively, including Salesforce, Pardot/Account Engagement, Survey Monkey, CVent, Google Workplace, Zoom, and project management software (e.g., Monday.com).
• Possesses a flexible and collaborative spirit, contributing to a positive and cooperative work environment.
• Demonstrates a passion for Hadar’s mission and an understanding of the value of the Yeshiva and immersive learning experiences.
• Familiarity with the Jewish institutional teen landscape, a plus.
   

Benefits Package:
The Hadar Institute offers its employees a comprehensive benefit package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Long-Term Care Insurance, and much more.

• Time-Off Benefits
• Paid Legal Holidays
• Paid Personal Time
• Paid Sick Time
• Leaves of Absence

Salary:
The salary for this position is from $55,000-$65,000