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IAC San Diego Regional Director

Iac 360, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $110,000.00 Annually

About the Israeli-American Council:

The mission of the IAC is to build an engaged and united Israeli-American community that strengthens: the Israeli and Jewish identity of our next generations, the American Jewish community and the bond between the peoples of the United States and the State of Israel.

Job Purpose:

The new Regional Director will lead the IAC's vision throughout the San Diego metropolitan area. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successful leadership and management, as well as development skills and experience. The Regional Director will execute the IAC goals on a local level and ensure the successful operation and implementation of the IAC’s philosophy, mission, and strategy with a focus on community building, programming, and growth. The IAC San Diego Regional Director shall lead its vision of bringing together Israeli-American communities. He/She will report to the IAC VP of Communities.

Duties Include:

Work together with the regional council on fundraising planning and implementation, including identifying resource requirements, researching funding sources, establishing strategies to approach funders, submitting proposals and administering fundraising records and documentation.

Lead the San Diego regional office to implement the IAC’s philosophy, mission, strategy, and goals on a local level.

Implement programs and produce community events for the Israeli-American community in the San Diego metropolitan area.

Oversee IAC San Diego Office operations, finances, marketing, programming, and other issues with the National IAC headquarters.

Establish relationships and empower existing Israeli-American organizations in the San Diego metropolitan area in order to enhance their activities and broaden their engagement.

Establish a strong and mutually supportive relationship between the Israeli-American community and the Jewish community in the San Diego metropolitan area.

Hire professional staff for the San Diego IAC Regional Office, train and supervise them to ensure effective operations.

Oversee the production of large-scale activities and event in San Diego.

Acquire a deep understanding of the Israeli-American community in the San Diego metropolitan area in order to provide relevant and meaningful programming, events and services.

Financial management: Create an annual budget with the support of the National IAC.

Work with the Regional Council in the development of strong IAC lay leadership.

Represent the IAC and the Israeli-American community in various forums.

Community outreach and public relations: Reach out to the community, maintain and create partnerships with other community organizations.

Work together with the regional council and lead fundraising planning and implementation, including identifying resource requirements, researching funding sources, establishing strategies to approach funders, submitting proposals and administering fundraising records and documentation.

Skills/Qualifications:

At least 5 years of related job experience.

Experience in leadership and management of an organization.

A proven leader with exceptional development skills

Conceptual thinker, ability to see the big picture and to create and execute a grand vision.

Fluent in Hebrew and English- Speaking, reading and writing.

Deep knowledge and understanding of Israeli culture.

Good operational, administrative, and management capabilities, ability to lead processes.

Strong high-level planning and monitoring capabilities.

Experience in managing and leading a team of employees.

Action-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.

A proactive, energetic, and positive leader.

National travel required up to 10% of time.

Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work collaboratively with donors, Council members, staff, and community organizations.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills and out-of-the-box thinking.

Exceptional ability to multitask and work under pressure.

Knowledge of Israel-related issues and passion regarding community building.

Experience in nonprofit management is a plus.

Fluent spoken Hebrew is required; reading and writing proficiency is a plus.

Fluent in English - full comprehension, speaking, writing, and reading.

Full-time employees working 20 plus hours per week shall be eligible for insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, & life) following the new hire waiting period.

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