BBYO · 5 days ago
BBYO Genesis Fellowship 2026-2028 Cohort
BBYO is an organization dedicated to enhancing the Jewish experience, and they are seeking passionate individuals for the Genesis Fellowship program. As a BBYO Genesis Fellow, you will work closely with teens to create impactful programs, develop leadership skills, and foster community engagement.
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Responsibilities
Working directly with teens (grades 8-12) to create impactful, fun and dynamic programs in their local chapters
Mentoring teen leaders and deliver leadership training
Working with teens to attract and retain members to build and grow chapters
Guiding teens in establishing an annual calendar for each chapter that drives engagement and recruitment through meaningful programming
Building and maintain and build relationships with key volunteers, parents, partners and stakeholders in the community
Recruiting new members to join BBYO and to attend summer programs
Facilitating the planning process, alongside teen leadership, and colleagues, for citywide and regional events including overnight conventions
Working alongside colleagues to bring new, innovative, and fun ideas to the community
Attending summer camp (but this time you’re in charge!) as you direct teen leadership programs
Managing the region’s email inbox and assisting with mass communication tools including but not limited to newsletters, social media, and phone follow-ups
Tracking regional data such as membership, prospects, and program logistics
Qualification
Required
0-3 years of work experience and or volunteer experience
A bachelor's degree or higher required
A general knowledge of Jewish culture and calendar
Organized with an attention to detail
Commitment to relationship building, networking and customer service
Excellent communication skills
Creativity and problem solving
Confidence to take initiative to work independently and as part of a supportive team
Attend all regional conventions and major events, BBYO's staff conference, and staff BBYO's International Convention each year
Ability to travel as needed and to staff a summer leadership program for 2-3 weeks during summer
Unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. without holding a visa or sponsorship
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty/function with or without reasonable accommodation in accordance with applicable law
Ability to have access to reliable transportation, whether via personal vehicle or public transit, to ensure timely arrival at events
Preferred
Experience with youth or teens in a youth organization or camp environment
Benefits
Flexible work environment
Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
18 paid secular and Jewish holidays
Two week-long office shutdowns
Medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability, and 2.5x salary life insurance
Generous 403b and Roth retirement plan with vested match
Free access to WellHub, which includes access to gyms, online workouts and wellness apps
Teen Involvement Benefit stipend
Flexibility in bringing child(ren) on business travel
Generous paid parental leave
We also pay for your TSA pre-check, provide a home technology allowance and have pet insurance options!
Company
BBYO
Bbyo provides charitable, leadership programs and identity enrichment services for Jewish communities.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$31.08M2019-12-09Grant· $12M
2016-07-17Grant· $8.8M
2015-10-11Grant· $0.25M
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