Senior Manager, Jewish Talent Pipeline Development

Hillel International

Role Overview

Hillel International seeks a dynamic, strategic, and well-connected Senior Manager, Jewish Talent Pipeline Development, to serve as a bridge between talented Jewish student leaders and meaningful careers in the Jewish communal sector.

This role plays a critical part in advancing Hillel’s Strategic Plan by engaging emerging student leaders and strengthening the early-career pipeline for the Jewish world, ensuring that talented, committed students are equipped, inspired, and connected to career pathways that will shape the future of Jewish life.

As the Senior Manager, you will work closely with Hillel’s Talent Acquisition team, partner organizations (including Leading Edge and JFNA), and campus professionals to provide personalized career coaching, lead career development workshops, and build relationships with Jewish communal employers to connect highly engaged and talented students with career pathways in the sector. You will serve as both a trusted career advisor and a strategic connector, helping students translate their Jewish leadership experiences into impactful professional opportunities.

This is a unique opportunity to directly influence the Jewish communal sector’s talent pipeline by supporting students at the critical moment when they are making career decisions and stepping into their professional identities. This position is fully remote and open to eligible candidates in the United States. Candidates must be willing to travel 40–50% of the time to campuses, conferences, and partner sites.

What You’ll Do

Career Coaching & Student Support

• Conduct personalized career coaching sessions to help students clarify goals, identify interests, and explore career pathways in the Jewish communal sector.
• Provide resume reviews, cover letter feedback, and interview preparation tailored to roles in Jewish nonprofit organizations and related fields.
• Help students translate their leadership experiences, Jewish engagement, and extracurricular involvement into strong professional narratives.
• Connect students with mentors, Jewish professionals, and alumni in their areas of career interest.
• Advise students in exploring Jewish communal career pathways and assist them in their career decision-making process. 

Internship & Opportunity Matching

• Maintain expertise in key Jewish-sector fellowships, internships, and emerging professional programs.
• Match students to relevant opportunities based on their interests, experiences, and career goals.
• Support students through application processes, providing guidance, feedback, and accountability.
• Help students identify entry points into the Jewish nonprofit workforce 

Partnership Management & Employer Relations

• Cultivate strong relationships with Jewish communal organizations, employers, and hiring managers across the sector.
• Serve as a connector between talented students and Jewish communal employers, facilitating warm handoffs, individualized support,  and meaningful engagement.
• Partner closely with organizations such as Leading Edge, JFNA, and other talent initiatives to align recruitment and placement strategies.
• Stay current on trends in Jewish communal hiring, emerging roles, and workforce needs across the sector.

Campus Collaboration & Training

• Work with Springboard Fellows and other campus professionals to deliver locally focused career-oriented programming, including networking nights, speaker panels, and employer site visits.
• Represent the Jewish communal sector at campus career fairs and Hillel talent sessions.
• Provide virtual and in-person support to supplement campus-based career initiatives.
• Ensure seamless transitions as students move from the Leadership Development Concierge to career-focused support.
• Partner with campus professionals to identify high-potential Jewish student leaders interested in communal careers.

Data Management & Impact Measurement

• Maintain detailed records in Hillel's CRM system tracking student interactions, applications, placements, and outcomes.
• Generate regular reports demonstrating program impact and return on investment.
• Track outcomes that demonstrate progress toward strengthening the Jewish communal talent pipeline.
• Use data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for program improvement.
• Communicate program outcomes and impact to internal leadership, partners, and funders.

What You’ll Bring to the Job

Required

• Bachelor's degree.
• 5–7 years of professional experience in career coaching, talent development, recruitment, or Jewish communal work.
• Ability to travel 40–50% of the time to campuses, conferences, and partner sites.
• Strong knowledge of the Jewish communal sector, including major organizations, fellowships, and career pathways.
• Proven success in building and maintaining professional networks and partnerships.
• Excellent coaching and advising skills with the ability to help students clarify goals and make thoughtful career decisions.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with diverse stakeholders, including students, employers, campus staff, and partners.
• Experience with data systems, CRM platforms, or tracking tools, and the ability to use metrics to demonstrate impact.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with creativity, initiative, and strong follow-through.

Preferred

• Direct experience in Jewish communal hiring, talent acquisition, or fellowship program management.
• Background in campus career services, student affairs, or leadership development.
• Established relationships with Jewish sector employers and fellowship programs.
• Knowledge of career development theory and best practices in supporting emerging professionals.
• Experience working within national Jewish organizations or networks.

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive salary in the nonprofit marketplace of $75,000 to $85,000.
  Note: This position is funded by a two-year grant. Continuation of this position after the grant period will be contingent upon grant renewal.
• Fully remote, flexible work hours and location. Please note that to be considered, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States. While we fully support remote work, employees must be based in the United States.
• Hillel offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, Long Term Disability (LTD), Flexible Spending Plan, unlimited vacation, generous sick time, and parental leave.
• Great professional development, mentoring, and skill-building opportunities.
• Amazing, smart, dedicated, fun colleagues at Hillel International and across the Hillel movement.
• Travel opportunities to campuses, conferences, and communities.

#LI-REMOTE

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.