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