JCC Association of North America · 3 months ago
Director of Engagement and Programing
Lafayette, CA
Part-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$55K/yr - $65K/yr
3+ years expJCC Association of North America is seeking a dynamic and visionary Director of Community Engagement and Programing to lead the design, development, and execution of meaningful programs and events that bring the community together. The role involves creating and curating events, fostering relationships across diverse populations, and enhancing the visibility and impact of the organization.
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Responsibilities
Design and deliver intellectually engaging, culturally resonant programs for all ages, deepening community connections
Partner with staff, stakeholders, and collaborators to bring program concepts to life--from ideation to full execution
Develop a comprehensive calendar of programs that align with the organization's mission and strategic goals
Maintain strong community ties between events through personal outreach--emails, phone calls, coffee meetups, and more
Attract new participants, grow existing audiences, and elevate the JCC's visibility in the broader Contra Costa community
Work closely with the Marketing Manager to craft compelling promotional campaigns for programs and events
Spearhead large community celebrations, including annual Jewish holiday programs, in partnership with staff and community partners
Build and sustain collaborative partnerships with local organizations and internal teams to amplify impact and reach
Design and deploy evaluation metrics to track attendance, assess satisfaction, and gather input for future planning
Oversee budget development, tracking, and adherence for all community engagement programs
Coordinate contracts, venues, logistics, and booking of speakers or performers
Collaborate with Development on grant reporting, story collection, and impact documentation
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 3 years of experience leading program development, with proven supervisory experience
Strong knowledge of Jewish culture, holidays, and traditions
Knowledge of the East Bay Jewish Community
Skilled in planning, scheduling, and executing both small and large events
Excellent relationship management and customer service skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized, goal-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
Comfortable lifting to 40 lbs and working evenings/weekends as needed
Preferred
Experience in nonprofit and/or educational settings preferred
Company
JCC Association of North America
JCC Association of North America leads the JCC Movement, the most expansive and inclusive platform for Jewish life in the U.S.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Barak Hermann
President and CEO
Recent News
2025-08-18
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