Student Life & Advocacy Coordinator at Hillel Ottawa

Jewish Federation of Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillel Ottawa is seeking a Student Engagement and Advocacy Coordinator to enhance Jewish student life on campuses. This role involves engaging students, organizing events, and advocating for Jewish values in a university setting. Ideal candidates have a relevant degree, project management experience, and strong community relationships. The position offers a salary of $48,000, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Medical and drug benefits package

Free SJCC membership

Pension plan with employer match

Paid sick, holiday, vacation, and personal time

Qualifications

• Significant knowledge of Israel, Jewish values, and traditions.
• Demonstrated involvement in student government or campus life.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Engage Jewish students and build relationships at Ottawa's campuses.
• Design and implement programs that reflect Jewish values.
• Respond strategically to antisemitic incidents on campus.

Skills

Relationship building

Project management

Digital marketing

Education

Bachelor’s degree or post-secondary certificate

Tools

Canva

CRM software

Job description

Are you looking to enhance Jewish student life on campus?

Hillel Ottawa is in search of a Student Engagement and Advocacy Coordinator to implement the mission of building and sustaining vibrant, meaningful, and pluralistic Jewish life on Ottawa’s university and college campuses. The Student Engagement and Advocacy Coordinator strategically divides their time between two key responsibilities: engaging Jewish students in exciting events and programs and executing a proactive advocacy strategy. Reporting to Hillel’s Director, this role has opportunity to empower students, combat antisemitism, and build meaningful relationships at the University of Ottawa, Carleton University and Algonquin College.

Engagement
•Seek out Jewish students at three campuses in Ottawa and build relationships with them
•Mentor and develop the next generation of Jewish leaders
•Identify under-involved student populations and develop strategies for contacting and engaging them
•Facilitate connection of students to one another and develop affinity networks

Program and Event Coordination

•Design and implement engaging programs and events that reflect Jewish values and traditions and are congruent with Hillel’s overall programmatic vision

•Leverage social media to engage students, and to promote the various Hillel activities

•Customize marketing, promotional and printed materials

•Support student-initiated programs and serve as a Jewish resource to students and groups and campus

Advocacy
•Work collaboratively with student leadership, various stakeholders and clubs on campus and to create and execute a proactive advocacy strategy •Together with student leadership, coordinate and implement programs and activities that promote and strengthen Israel advocacy on campus •Prepare for and respond effectively and strategically to anti-Israel/antisemitic incidents on campus, in collaboration with Hillel’s primary partners

Operational
•Manage Hillel’s CRM database including event registration forms and subscriber lists
•Cultivate relationships with and work closely with Hillel Student Executive team
•Contribute to Hillel Ottawa’s funding initiatives, from annual campaigns to special projects and fundraising efforts

Skills, Qualifications and Mindset
•Bachelor’s degree or post-secondary certificate or diploma
•Significant knowledge of Israel, Jewish values and traditions
•Commitment and belief in the mission of Hillel Ottawa to enrich the lives of Jewish students so that they may enrich the Jewish people and the world
•Demonstrated involvement in student government, political organizing or active engagement in campus life, with an understanding and appreciation for campus dynamics
•Project management experience required, particularly with multiple projects simultaneously
•Exceptional relationship building and networking skills; ability to work effectively within a team
•Ability to work evenings and weekends (excluding Jewish holidays) as needed
•Familiar with digital marketing strategies including social, email, search and programmatic
•A cellphone, valid driver’s licence, and a reliable vehicle

Preferred Skills •Experience with Canva •Experience with project management software/systems •Experience in Israel Advocacy •Familiarity with Ottawa’s Jewish community is a plus Salary & Benefits •35 hours a week $48,000 •Medical and drug benefits package •Free SJCC membership (individual or family) •Pension plan with employer match (after one year) •Paid sick, holiday, vacation and personal time •Opportunities for work-related travel to conferences and professional growth within the non-profit sector Submit your resume and cover letter to Anne Read via email at [e-mail] by August 15, 2025.
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