Program Director

POSITION TITLE: Program Director

REPORTS TO: Senior Director Programs

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None

LOCATION: Los Angeles California

Grade/Class: Grade G Exempt PSA-Eligible

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

ADL is the leading anti-hate organization in the world. Founded in 1913 its timeless mission is to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment to all. Today ADL continues to fight all forms of antisemitism and bias using innovation and partnerships to drive impact. A global leader in combating antisemitism countering extremism and battling bigotry wherever and whenever it happens ADL works to protect democracy and ensure a just and inclusive society for all.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Program Director implements ADLs education initiatives enhances volunteer engagement and fosters partnerships within the field division. This role works collaboratively with team members to ensure the successful delivery of educational programs and resources supports volunteer leaders and contributes to the development of strategic partnerships. The Program Director requires strong communication skills a passion for community engagement and a commitment to ADLs mission.

PRIMARY:

Program Implementation:

• Assist in the deployment of ADLs educational programs and resources in schools communities and organizations.
• Support the implementation of K-12 programs and facilitated antisemitism programs.
• Develop program content for summits and convenings focussed on combatting antisemitism
• Deploy ADL programs and resources through partnership networks

Volunteer Leadership and Engagement:

• Collaborate with the regional teams to activate and support volunteer leaders as activists advocates and ambassadors for ADLs mission.
• Support leadership engagement within the division and regions and foster a positive and inclusive volunteer culture.
• Identify and prioritize opportunities for leaders to contribute to the region/division initiatives and goals.
• Support GLI and other volunteer engagement initiatives.

Partnership Support:

• Support efforts to identify and cultivate strategic partnerships to enhance program reach and impact.
• Analyze the divisional Jewish community landscape and strategically deploy resources in support of initiatives for Jewish community engagement and partnerships.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Jewish community organizations with a particular emphasis on Federations foster collaboration resource sharing and community cohesion.
• Network with other advocacy leadership development program organizations and lead on developing partnership opportunities

Program Evaluation and Improvement:

• Participate in evaluating program effectiveness and impact.
• Work with colleagues to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Team Collaboration:

• Collaborate with team members to ensure alignment with ADLs mission and organizational objectives.
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive work environment that encourages professional growth.
• Support and consult on incident response as needed.

Resource Management:

• Support the management of program resources to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Assist in identifying funding opportunities to support program growth.

Skills:

• Solid professional communication skills.
• Passion for community engagement.
• Commitment to ADLs mission.

Attributes:

• Committed to contributing to a culture where everyone thrives
• Collaborative team-player.
• Creative and innovative; takes initiative.
• Results-oriented a problem solver (versus a problem identifier)
• Excels in dynamic environments that require adaptability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Energized by ADLs mission and work

Work Experience:

• Write in the type of work experience(s) that applicants should possess (required and/or preferred

Education:

• BA degree in prefrerably in education or related field or equivalent experience required.

Work Environment:

• ADL is a hybrid environment; this role will require 3 days in the office.

Compensation:

• This position has a salary range of $90000 to $110000. This salary range is reflective of a position based in Los Angeles California. Please note that actual salaries are commensurate with experience and reflect the budget for a given position and since ADL has a location-based compensation structure there may be a different range for candidates in other locations. For an overview of our total rewards package please visit aims to create a working environment where every employee can thrive professionally. Our mission-driven work is best accomplished in an environment that supports belonging. ADL values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages people of all races religions nationalities genders LGBTQ individuals people with disabilities and veterans to apply. ADL is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment hiring promotions and other terms conditions and privileges of employment shall be maintained in a manner which does not discriminate on the basis of age race creed religion color national origin sex sexual orientation gender expression marital status physical or mental disability veteran status or military status or in violation of any applicable Federal state or local laws.

  ADL will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation to support the interview process please contact the People & Culture department at.

  ADL will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act and all other applicable State Local and Federal laws.

  The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job nor is it to be interpreted as a contract for employment.