JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE:  Program and Project Assistant
DEPARTMENT:  Community Services and Special Projects
REPORTS TO:  National Director, Community Services and Special Projects

DESCRIPTION:  The Program and Project Assistant advances educational and programmatic opportunities for communities and synagogues.  Interfacing with Rabbanim and lay leaders in meeting communal needs is an integral component.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
• Work under the guidance and direction of the National Director of Community Services and Special Projects on a range of special programs, projects, and initiatives including research, writing and programming
• Facilitate the planning, implementation and follow through of new initiatives
• Work closely with synagogue and communal leadership on implementation local and national initiatives
• Evening meetings as necessary for initiatives
The above job duties and responsibilities describe a general description for this position, but is not intended as an exclusive or all-inclusive inventory of all duties required in this position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate will have an understanding of and dedication to the Orthodox Union mission and goals of the Department of Community Services. The individual will be a high-energy team player with a sense of humor and a positive attitude as well as a strong desire to learn new skills and take on new projects and direction. 

This position requires ability to follow direction, follow through on detail, excellent communication, writing skills, and organizational skills.

Position Available: ASAP
Desired Education Degree/Level: Social Work, Education, Rabbonos
Jewish Education:  Jewish education/communal service
Career Level: entry – 2 years experience

e-mail or fax resume to:  212 613-0667