Wolfson Scholarship Program Independent Consultant

JBI Library

Remote (United States or Israel preferred)

8 months (November 2026-June 2027) 5-7 hours per week

$18,000

Founded in 1931, JBI Library is a nonprofit organization that supports anyone who is blind, has low vision, or has a print disability so that they may fully participate in Jewish life—from education and community to prayer and celebration. We are the heart of a community where our patrons can come for accessible books and texts, cultural programs, learning, and all things that connect people to Judaism, culture, and community.

We strive to remove barriers to accessibility and inclusion, so that everyone can read, learn, and engage, both with JBI and their local Jewish community—independently and with dignity.

Through the Nathan L. and Suzanne K. Wolfson Merit Scholarship, JBI supports Jewish undergraduate and graduate students who are blind or have low vision as they pursue higher education and meaningful engagement in Jewish communal life. The scholarship program was established in 2018 and provides educational support to students attending accredited colleges and universities in the United States, Israel, and beyond.

JBI Library seeks a passionate, relationship-oriented consultant to support the growth and success of the Nathan L. and Suzanne K. Wolfson Merit Scholarship Program. The consultant will play a key role in identifying and recruiting qualified applicants, helping prospective students successfully navigate the application process, and building an engaged community of scholarship recipients and alumni.

This position is particularly focused on reducing barriers to access for students who are blind or have low vision, including students in Israel who may face language, cultural, and disability-related challenges during the application process.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with students, disability communities, Jewish organizations, higher education, or scholarship programs and will be excited to help strengthen a growing network of talented Jewish students.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for prospective applicants.
• Answer questions regarding eligibility requirements, application procedures, and supporting documentation.
• Provide individualized guidance to applicants who are blind or have low vision.
• Assist Israeli applicants and others who may require language support, accessibility accommodations, or assistance navigating application requirements.
• Coordinate informational sessions, office hours, or webinars for prospective applicants and families.

• Maintain regular communications with scholarship recipients throughout the academic year.
• Develop opportunities for scholars to connect with one another and with JBI.
• Establish and nurture a Wolfson Scholar alumni network.
• Coordinate virtual gatherings, networking opportunities, and recognition events.
• Highlight scholar achievements through stories, profiles, and other communications.
• Encourage recipients to remain engaged with JBI and support future outreach efforts.

• Develop and implement outreach strategies to increase awareness of the Wolfson Scholarship.
• Build relationships with colleges, universities, disability resource centers, vision-related organizations, Jewish communal organizations, and leadership programs.
• Conduct targeted outreach to prospective applicants in the United States, Israel, and other eligible communities.
• Identify opportunities to promote the scholarship through relevant networks, conferences,…