Graduate Program Manager

What You’ll Do

You’ll be the point person for a portfolio of graduate student leaders (we call them itrek Leaders) from top business, law, and policy programs. Your job? Help them plan and execute unforgettable Israel Treks. You’ll coach and support them every step of the way — from recruiting their peers and designing the itinerary to running pre-Israel Trek events and following up after wheels-up. You’ll be part project manager, part leadership coach, part Israel content nerd, and part logistics wizard — someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, builds great relationships, and keeps the trains running on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit and Onboard Leaders
  Identify high-potential graduate students ready to lead an Israel Trek. Get them excited about the program and guide them through onboarding, training, and preparation.

• Coach Leaders Through the Full Israel Trek Lifecycle
  Serve as their go-to partner for recruitment strategy, itinerary design, budgeting, Tour Operator coordination, and execution. Ensure every Israel Trek delivers educational impact, logistical excellence, and lasting value.

• Build Relationships
  Foster strong, trusting relationships with Leaders through regular touchpoints (virtual + in-person). Represent itrek on campus and in Israel, sometimes traveling to support Israel Treks on the ground.

• Ensure Program Quality + Content Alignment
  Help Leaders create meaningful and balanced programs, supported by our curated speakers and Israel-based content resources. Offer feedback and make sure each Israel Trek reflects itrek’s educational and experiential goals.

• Track, Evaluate, and Improve
  Use tools like Salesforce and surveys to track KPIs, gather feedback, and drive continuous improvement. Support the transition of participants into our growing alumni network.

• Collaborate Cross-Team
  Support broader programming initiatives, leader development, and new projects that move our mission forward.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree required 
• 3–5 years of experience in program management, relationship management, or leadership development
• You’ve worked with students, unaffiliated young professionals, or emerging leaders, and you love helping people grow
• Passionate about Israel and comfortable navigating its complexity with nuance
• A clear communicator with strong organizational chops and attention to detail
• Energized by working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Willing and able to travel to campuses across the U.S. and support Israel Treks in Israel as needed
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides) and familiarity with other workplace software such as Salesforce, Slack, Monday

What We Offer

• Salary range: $63,000 - $78,000 depending on experience
• Generous time off (including U.S. + Jewish holidays and the ability to leave early for Shabbat)
• Paid sick leave and parental leave
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 5% company match for 401k
• Work from Anywhere weeks and a wellness stipend
• A fast-moving, mission-driven culture with a great team

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diverse experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds, and we know that a strong team is built on inclusion and belonging.

Personnel are chosen on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.