Program Associate, SF Diller Teen Fellows (Part-Time)

About the Organization

The Jewish Federation Bay Area is the largest funder of Jewish causes in California, connecting donors, changemakers, and community partners to build a thriving, resilient future. The Federation invests in education, social services, and security while mobilizing crisis relief worldwide. With over a century of leadership, it empowers individuals and families to give strategically and shape a better tomorrow.

The Diller Teen Fellows is an immersive experiential education program for 11th graders, designed to inspire and promote engagement and leadership among Jewish youth. Operating in 32 communities across seven countries, the program includes Jewish identity building, leadership skills development, Israel exploration, community service, and tikkun olam. Each year, 20 Bay Area teens participate in a yearlong experience featuring:

• 14 Sunday workshops
• 3 weekend retreats/Shabbatonim
• Tikkun olam/social action projects
• A ten-day hosting opportunity of Israeli peers
• A 3-week Israel Summer Seminar bringing Fellows from seven countries together

About the Role

The Diller Fellows Associate is a part-time Federation employee responsible for supporting the Diller Fellows Program Coordinator in executing administrative duties, including staffing events, prepping materials, organizing logistics, and recruitment assistance. The role involves 4 hours of work per week, with potential increases to 8 hours as needed. The position requires attendance at Sunday meetings, weekend retreats, and a three-week summer seminar in Israel.

Responsibilities

• Staff Sunday meetings and weekend retreats to assist with program logistics and supervision of teens.
• Assist in meeting prep (logistics, supplies, speakers, materials, etc.).
• Attend a three-week summer seminar in Israel.
• Supervise teens in programs and on trips.
• Participate in regular meetings with the Program Coordinator and Junior Counselors.
• Act as a facilitator for educational activities, as needed.
• Support programmatic prep as delegated by the Program Coordinator.
• Assist with recruitment logistics and interviews.
• Input data into Salesforce, run reports, and monitor payment schedules.
• Assist with other special projects as needed.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work professionally with colleagues and teens.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances, needs, and hours.
• Extremely organized with the ability to multi-task.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience facilitating group discussions.
• Proficient with technology, including Microsoft Office 365 and Google Suite; Salesforce experience is a plus.
• Must pass a background check and be fingerprinted.
• Knowledge of and appreciation for the Jewish community, its customs, and practices preferred.
• Must possess a U.S. passport and/or appropriate visa allowing international travel.
• Valid California driver’s license.
• Knowledge of Hebrew is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years of experience working with teens.

Pay

$25-$27/hour