Advocacy and Engagement Coordinator
Hillel Queen’s, Kingston, Ontario
The Opportunity
Hillel Ontario is searching for its next Advocacy and Engagement Coordinator at Hillel Queen’s, Kingston, ON. Our ideal candidate is an outgoing, creative and engaging individual with a strong Jewish and Israel background. They comfortably build one-on-one relationships with students, spearhead successful events around campus, and help inspire students to make a commitment to Jewish life. They will be responsible for coordinating and implementing Hillel Ontario’s advocacy strategy on a local campus level and will play an integral role in managing, both proactively and reactively, advocacy-related issues on campus. They are a self-starter and capable multitasker who will use these skills to engage students and drive Hillel’s mission, values and goals.
Applicants should be well acquainted with utilizing social media platforms for promotion and engagement. They will be expected to be the social media point person for the campus and supervise the student leader working on Hillel Queen’s accounts.
What You’ll Do
Advocacy
Champion Jewish students in developing and implementing advocacy programming and campaigns, helping to amplify their voices on campus
Support students in responding to and navigating incidents of antisemitism, providing resources, guidance, and reporting support in coordination with the Campus Director and Hillel Ontario’s central Advocacy team
Cultivate student leadership and activism among students interested in advocacy, connecting them with relevant campus and community resources
Monitor, track and thoroughly document incidents of antisemitism and bias
Collaborate with other Jewish and Israel advocacy organizations, strengthening and prioritizing community partnerships
Engagement
Ensure a visible Jewish presence on campus
Identify and contact uninvolved student populations and develop strategies for engaging them independently, and with existing student leaders
Develop one-on-one relationships with Jewish students by meeting them where they live (in residence), work and/or study, utilizing creative methods to reach and engage them
Work with student leaders on refining their Engagement best practices through tabling, coffee chats, networking and welcoming at programs
Working with and coordinating with other Jewish groups on campus like Chabad, AEPi, etc.
Building relationships with professionals and student leadership of campus groups
Manage social media platforms (Instagram, Tiktok etc.) to optimize user engagement and bolster our brand
Student Leadership Development
Model positive leadership
Build on the current leadership model by engaging new leadership students
Advise and support the student executive boards and their committees
Identify leadership development opportunities for empowering students (including but not limited to opportunities in student government and through CJPAC)
Coordinate and support intern initiatives
Identify future leaders and help engage them in the pursuit of leadership opportunities on campus
Work with the campus lead on student engagement and Israel trip recruitment
Program Development
Support student-initiated programs; attend programs when appropriate (including evenings, weekends, Jewish holidays)
Identify and seek innovative program areas to reach new student populations
Co-lead the execution of Hillel Queen’s Israel engagement strategy on campus
Take the lead on the logistical aspects of large scale social events
Help organize logistics for professional development and networking events
Support the development of programming for Jewish micro-communities on campus (i.e. LGBTQ+ Jews, Sephardi Jews, Orthodox Jews, Jews of colour etc.)
Administrative Responsibilities
Liaise with the marketing and communications team in coordinating creation of all materials (print and web)
CRM data entry
Logistics support for programs
Support Hillel Ontario initiatives, including regional program campaigns, initiatives, fundraising efforts, etc.
What You’ll Bring to the Job
Bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years relevant experience
Strong interpersonal skills and the desire to work in a collaborative, team environment
Ability to multitask and troubleshoot effectively
Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
Energy, a sense of humour, flexibility and maturity
Valid driver’s license and access to vehicle is an asset
What You’ll Get Out of It
Competitive salary in the nonprofit marketplace. The salary range for this role is $48,000 - $52,000
A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, Life and Long Term Disability (LTD) insurances, generous vacation/sick time, transit and cell phone stipends
Great professional development, mentoring, and skill-building opportunities
Amazing colleagues and a flexible work environment
About Hillel Queen’s
Best described as a tight-Knit, Relationship-Driven Campus Culture, Queen’s has grown into one of the largest Hillel’s in Canada with a reputation for fostering a strong sense of community, and that’s deeply reflected in Jewish student life here. Students are highly engaged, open to deep relationships with staff, and enthusiastic about both social and values-driven programming. The Queens Chapter takes a Balanced Approach to Advocacy and Jewish Identity. Students are curious, thoughtful, and often come from diverse Jewish and political backgrounds. The campus climate requires an approach to Israel and Jewish advocacy that is empathetic, principled, and student-centered. Join a Growth-Oriented and Collaborative Local Team of three outstanding multi-disciplinary Jewish professionals. The team here works collaboratively and creatively, with a strong emphasis on mentorship, experimentation, and leadership development.
About Hillel Ontario
Hillel Ontario serves approximately 14,000 Jewish students across nine universities, and is the largest regional Hillel system in the world. A model for the Hillel movement, Hillel Ontario was created on October 1, 2015 and strives to inspire every Jewish student in Ontario to make an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning, and Israel.
About Hillel International
In 1923, Rabbi Benjamin Frankel started Hillel with humble means, a noble mission and a breathtaking vision: to convey Jewish civilization to a new generation. Today, Hillel International continues to enrich the lives of Jewish students and is the largest Jewish campus organization in the world at nearly 1,000 colleges and universities across North America and around the world. As Hillel evolves as an organization, the mission remains steadfast: to create lasting connections with every Jewish student that foster an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning, and Israel and train them to become the next Jewish leaders.
Hillel is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an accepting and inclusive environment for all.
About Hillel International
In 1923, Rabbi Benjamin Frankel started Hillel with humble means, a noble mission and a breathtaking vision: to convey Jewish civilization to a new generation. Today, Hillel International continues to enrich the lives of Jewish students and is the largest Jewish campus organization in the world at nearly 1,000 colleges and universities across North America and around the world. As Hillel evolves as an organization, the mission remains steadfast: to create lasting connections with every Jewish student that foster an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning, and Israel and train them to become the next Jewish leaders.
Hillel is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an accepting and inclusive environment for all.
