Program Coordinator, Jewish

Position: Program Coordinator, Jewish Life
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Posted Job Title

Program Coordinator, Jewish Life

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Job Description Summary

The University of Pennsylvania is seeking a dynamic Program Coordinator to focus on the needs and cultural experiences of Jewish student communities. This role is a two-year term position and will involve connecting students to various university resources and services in a coordinated manner, fostering connections among students, and collaborating with various offices and student groups. The role will work with all students, across all backgrounds, so they feel valued, supported, and able to thrive  ideal candidate will be able to bridge the gap between administration and student experiences, assisting in creating changes that enhance the lives of students and promote mutual respect, ethical responsibility and a shared commitment to a flourishing educational experience.

The Program Coordinator will be responsible for facilitating communication, outreach, and logistical support for programs, with a particular focus on initiatives that build bridges and creates community with myriad topics connected to Jewish programming.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

Student Engagement and Support:

+ Partner with departments, such as the Spiritual and Religious Life Center, the Office of Religious and Ethnic Interests (Title VI), College Houses, Wellness, academic units, and student organizations to raise awareness of the needs, challenges, and experiences of Jewish students, and to collaborate on programming to foster a sense of belonging and connection among Jewish student communities and build bridges with other religious and cultural communities on campus.

+ Partner with the established Jewish life centers (including Hillel, Chabad, and MEOR) and other departments on campus to achieve these goals.

Collaboration:

+ Build partnerships with other university offices, departments, and student organizations to address shared goals and interests.

Communication and Outreach:

+ Coordinate communication strategies to promote programs and engage with university stakeholders.

+ Collaborate with university departments to promote cultural events, workshops, and discussions to facilitate dialogue and understanding within the university community.

Logistical Support:

+ Support program logistics including scheduling, venue coordination, and materials preparation.

+ Ensure smooth execution of program activities, troubleshooting any issues as they arise.

Participant Engagement:

+ Develop and maintain relationships with program participants, providing ongoing support and assistance.

+ Conduct outreach to ensure program inclusivity and accessibility to diverse populations at Penn.

Collaboration and Teamwork:

+ Work closely with program staff, volunteers, and partner organizations to achieve program goals.

+ Contribute to team meetings, planning sessions, and collaborative initiatives.

Qualifications

+ Bachelor's Degree and 1-2 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

+ Knowledge of issues facing Jewish student communities, both domestically and internationally.

+ Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff.

+ Experience in program development, event planning, or community organizing. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

+ Experience working with student communities in a higher education setting.

+ Demonstrated commitment to Penn's values including excellence, freedom of inquiry and expression, and respect.

+ Ability to navigate complex institutional…