Our Generation Speaks (OGS) · 4 days ago
Fellowship Program Manager- Full Time Seasonal
Waltham, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$5,000/mo - $5,000/mo
4+ years expOur Generation Speaks (OGS) is a not-for-profit organization committed to empowering entrepreneurial leaders who can drive meaningful change. The Fellowship Program Manager will oversee the execution of the Fellowship program, manage daily activities, and collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure a successful experience for the fellows.
Civic & Social Organization
No H1B
Responsibilities
Hands-on management of the 2-month summer in-person component of the Fellowship Program at Brandeis, including setting timetables, planning and designing program schedules, events, and lectures, and working with all relevant partners and departments of Brandeis University on operational and program matters, providing a full response to the program's fellows
Work collaboratively with the Program Director to build a high-performing team to manage a cohort in 2026 of between 22-28 fellows. This includes direct supervision of 1-3 temporary employees/interns during summer fellowship (Fellowship Coordinator, interns, Operations assistant, etc.)
Plan and execute fellowship-related volunteer-based programs and activities (Venture Coaches, Mentors, Guest Speakers, etc.)
Consulting with the OGS team during the fellowship regarding cultural needs for OGS Israeli and Palestinian fellows; advising on appropriate cultural activities during the fellowship; assisting in the team formation period - facilitation of team dynamic issues, cultural differences, and facilitating activities that will lead fellows and alumni to form positive relationships with each other
Plan and execute preparation for fellows to return to the region after the fellowship - connecting fellows/ventures to region-based banks, law firms, business connections, etc
Strengthen the relationships and interactions between OGS ventures/companies, OGS NEXT (alumni programs) and OGS staff and partners
Work collaboratively with the Program Director and with OGS’s two Alumni Program Coordinators on OGS Next planning, in relationship to the alumni activities and programs during the summer fellowship
Support the Venture Development Specialist and OGS Growth Committee representative during the summer fellowship
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant project management and/or managerial experience
Ability and willingness to reside in the Waltham, MA area during the OGS summer fellowship (June–early August); housing is available during the fellowship on Brandeis campus if needed
Fluency in English with exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with excellent attention to detail and follow-through
Self-directed and collaborative, with the ability to work independently and as part of a global team; proactive, energetic, and reliable
Strong interpersonal and listening skills, with the ability to engage respectfully across diverse personalities, backgrounds, and cultures
High integrity and sound judgment, with a demonstrated commitment to advancing OGS's mission, values, and community
Deep understanding of the Israeli-Palestinian context
Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Preferred
Fluency in Hebrew and/or Arabic is strongly preferred
Experience or familiarity with entrepreneurship, and/or ties to entrepreneurial ecosystems in Israel and Palestine is a plus
Online marketing experience is a plus
Benefits
Housing costs are covered by OGS should you choose to live in Brandeis housing during the summer fellowship.
Company
Our Generation Speaks (OGS)
Our Generation Speaks (OGS) is a "people accelerator" dedicated to building the human infrastructure of hope and trust among Palestinians and Israelis.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Lobna Agbaria
Chief Executive Officer
Ellen Varney
Chief Finance & Operations Officer
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