Youth Co-ordinator – Temple Israel

Staffwise; Wes-Kaap; Presencial; ZAR 90.000 - 150.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Temple Israel Cape Town is seeking a creative Youth Co-ordinator to develop and deliver meaningful programmes for children and young people aged 2 to 18. Based at the Wynberg office, you will work across three synagogue spaces to strengthen young people’s connection to Progressive Judaism and communal life.

This hands-on, relationship-focused role involves leading activities for Shabbat and Festival services, planning holidays and post Bar/Bat/B-Mitzvah programmes, and coordinating with clergy,

Formación

• Experience in Jewish youth education is essential.
• Ability to design and facilitate engaging programmes for children and young people.
• Experience coordinating youth activities or school-holiday programmes is advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to promote activities effectively via calls, WhatsApp, email and social media.
• Collaborative approach to represent Temple Israel in communal forums.
• Excellent administration and organisational skills.
• Commitment to safe, inclusive and age-appropriate practice.

Responsabilidades

• Design and deliver youth programmes for ages 2–18 across three synagogue spaces.
• Lead activities for Shabbat and Festival services and communal events.
• Plan and run day-camp activities during school holidays.
• Develop and grow the post Bar/Bat/B-Mitzvah programme.
• Coordinate programme calendars, resources, and communications.
• Maintain records and submit monthly reports to the Executive Director.
• Collaborate with clergy, staff, volunteers and community stakeholders.

Conocimientos

Youth engagement

Communication

Facilitation

Leadership

Collaboration

Administration

Time management

Reporting

Relationship building

Descripción del empleo

About The Organisation And The Role

Temple Israel Cape Town is a Progressive Jewish congregation serving members across Cape Town through three synagogue communities. We are seeking a creative, energetic and engaging Youth Co-ordinator to develop and deliver meaningful programmes for children and young people aged 2 to 18. Based at the Wynberg office, the role works across all three synagogue spaces and plays an important part in strengthening young people’s connection to Progressive Judaism and communal life.

Part-time, Permanent, Work

Cape Town, Southern Suburbs

Posted 4 days ago

About The Organisation And The Role

Temple Israel Cape Town is a Progressive Jewish congregation serving members across Cape Town through three synagogue communities. We are seeking a creative, energetic and engaging Youth Co-ordinator to develop and deliver meaningful programmes for children and young people aged 2 to 18. Based at the Wynberg office, the role works across all three synagogue spaces and plays an important part in strengthening young people’s connection to Progressive Judaism and communal life.

This is a hands-on, relationship-focused role for someone who understands Jewish youth education and enjoys turning ideas into welcoming, age-appropriate programmes. The successful candidate will lead activities for Shabbat and Festival services, communal events, the post Bar/Bat/B-Mitzvah programme and school-holiday day camps, while actively encouraging youth and family participation.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Youth programme design and delivery
• Design, lead and participate in engaging, age-appropriate programmes for children and young people aged 2 to 18.
• Develop youth activities for Shabbat and Festival services, communal events and other relevant occasions across all three synagogue spaces.
• Lead and grow Temple Israel’s post Bar/Bat/B-Mitzvah programme.
• Plan and run day-camp activities during school holidays.
• Ensure programmes reflect Progressive Jewish values and are welcoming, inclusive and relevant to different age groups.
• Youth engagement and communication
• Build warm and positive relationships with children, teenagers, parents and families across the congregation.
• Promote programmes and events through telephone calls, WhatsApp, email, social media and other appropriate communication channels.
• Encourage participation, follow up with families and help create a consistent sense of connection and belonging for Temple Israel youth.
• Collaboration and community representation
• Work as a member of the Special Programming Team to plan and participate in other Cape Town Progressive Jewish Congregation events.
• Collaborate with clergy, staff, volunteers and community stakeholders to coordinate youth-related programming.
• Represent Temple Israel Youth at relevant Jewish communal bodies and forums, including the Board of Deputies and Zionist Federation, as required.
• Planning, administration and reporting
• Coordinate programme calendars, communication, resources and practical arrangements for youth activities and events.
• Maintain appropriate records and follow through on agreed actions and programme commitments.
• Submit structured monthly written reports to the Executive Director in advance of Board meetings.
• Monitor participation and provide practical recommendations for strengthening youth engagement and future programming.

Required Skills & Experience

The ideal applicant will have the following competencies:

• Work experience and industry exposure
• Experience in Jewish youth education is essential, gained in either a formal educational setting or an informal environment such as a youth movement.
• Experience designing and facilitating engaging programmes for children and young people.
• Experience coordinating youth activities, communal events or school-holiday programmes would be advantageous.
• The ability to work confidently and appropriately with a broad age range, from young children through to teenagers.
• Strong Communication and Interpersonal skills
• A warm, engaging and approachable manner, with the ability to build trust with young people and their families.
• Confident facilitation and group‑leadership skills.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to promote activities effectively using calls, WhatsApp, email and social media.
• A collaborative approach and the confidence to represent Temple Israel in communal forums.
• Excellent Administration and Organisational Skills
• Strong planning and time‑management skills, with the ability to coordinate programmes across multiple venues and age groups.
• The ability to manage practical arrangements, communication and follow‑up for services, events and holiday activities.
• Good written reporting skills and the ability to submit structured monthly reports on time.
• A proactive, reliable and self‑managed approach, with strong follow‑through.
• Specific Requirements
• Knowledge and understanding of Progressive Jewish ideology and practice is essential.
• Musical ability would be advantageous but is not a requirement.
• Flexibility to participate in services, Festivals, communal events and school-holiday activities outside the standard 20 weekly hours.
• A strong commitment to safe, inclusive and age‑appropriate practice when working with children and young people.

Job Features

Job Category Admin, Office & Support, Community & Social Welfare, Creative, Education Location: Based at the Wynberg office Reporting to: Executive Director Nature of contract: Permanent (Part-time) Hours of work: Part-time: 20 hours per week, excluding services and events Salary range: Market Related Closing date for applications: 16 October 2026