Business Development Representative (Coordinator) Job at Taglit-Birthright Israel, New York, NY

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  • Taglit-Birthright Israel
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Organizational Overview

Birthright Israel began with a bold idea in 1999 — to offer young Jewish adults a life-changing trip to Israel to build their Jewish identity and, by doing so, transform the Jewish future. Since its founding, Birthright Israel has sent over 900,000 young adults on this transformational trip. Our work has become even more important in a post-October 7th world.

Position Summary

The Business Development Representative (Coordinator) plays a critical role in achieving Birthright Israel's mission by recruiting Jewish young adults to participate in transformative trips to Israel, internships, fellowships, and volunteer opportunities. The ideal candidate is a dynamic leader with a passion for community engagement and experience managing programs and events. This role involves direct recruitment efforts at universities and within local Jewish communities, onboarding and overseeing a network of student recruiters and conducting campus visits to maximize the potential of recruitment efforts. The position also includes participation in national initiatives and collaboration to meet organizational goals. The role is responsible for identifying and contacting potential participants, finding qualified leads, and generating new business opportunities.

Location

  • New York, NY (On-Site)

Compensation

  • $75,000-$85,000
  • FLSA: Exempt

Key Responsibilities

  • Actively search for and identify potential participants through various channels, online databases, social media, and industry events.
  • Thoroughly research potential participants to understand their needs, pain points, and decision-making process to tailor outreach accordingly.
  • Initiate contact with prospective clients through cold calls, emails, and other communication methods.
  • Identify, recruit, and onboard student recruiters to support campus and community outreach efforts.
  • Organize and facilitate training sessions to equip recruiters with the necessary tools and knowledge.
  • Oversee the execution of recruitment initiatives by providing guidance and ensuring alignment with overall goals.
  • Conduct campus visits and recruitment initiatives both locally and nationally.
  • Build and strengthen relationships with Jewish organizations on campus.
  • Organize and participate in tabling events, info sessions, and other outreach activities on campuses.
  • Strategically maximize recruitment efforts on campus by leveraging student networks, events, and partnerships.
  • Participate in and represent Birthright Israel at national events and conferences
  • Work collaboratively with the Director of Recruitment Growth to share the best practices and align strategies for each event.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Passion for Birthright Israel's Mission.
  • A strong commitment to connecting young Jews to Israel and their Jewish identity.
  • Proven recruitment, community engagement, or program coordination success, preferably within Jewish or university settings.
  • Demonstrated ability to organize and execute successful events.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with colleagues, stakeholders, and community partners.
  • Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM platforms.
  • Willingness to travel regionally and nationally, with some trips requiring weekend work.
  • Birthright Israel Alumni is a plus.
  • Familiarity with Jewish student organizations (e.g. Hillel, Chabad, IACT, BBYO, etc) a plus.
  • Must be able to work 4 days a week from our NYC office.
  • BA degree required.

Job Tags

Internship, Local area,

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