Who We Are:

Mem Global is what being Jewish in your 20s is all about. Launched in 2006 when four friends began hosting Shabbat dinners in their home, Mem Global provides a space for over 70,000 young adults around the world to create meaningful, welcoming Jewish communities for themselves and their peers each year. To date, there are more than 150 communities in over 40 countries, and we’re still growing!

Embark, the most recent addition to the Mem Global umbrella, is a couples learning cohort all about exploring Jewish life in mixed-heritage/interfaith relationships without the pressure to convert. Embark allows participants to connect with other couples and an Embark rabbi as they learn, share, and grow in a supportive space, thickening their relationships with their partner, forming a peer community, and building a relationship with an Embark rabbi. 

Embark and Mem Global are searching for a Program Manager to manage and support the entire Embark initiative. The Embark Program Manager will manage the day-to-day operations of Embark, working towards scaling Embark and crafting more opportunities for interfaith/mixed heritage couples to find community, learning and a rabbinic coach. This is an individual who is excited to make a difference in the Jewish future by stewarding Embark.

Based in one of our U.S. hubs (New York City, D.C., Chicago, Charlotte, Encinitas), you’ll be able to work collaboratively with colleagues across the globe and will possess a strong commitment to Mem Global’s vision and mission.

All voices are needed at Mem Global (please see our  identity statements for more detail). Every new member of the Mem Global team is an opportunity for us to introduce fresh perspectives, talent, and skills into our workforce and our communities. We seek employees from diverse backgrounds, faiths, and life experiences to join our team located in the United States, South America, Europe, Israel, and Canada. Our vision, in part, is for a fair and equitable workplace, where diversity is celebrated and can truly flourish!

Who You Are and What You'll Do: 

• You are passionate about our mission, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and take ownership of your work with an entrepreneurial spirit. You don’t wait for direction to solve problems, seize opportunities, or get projects done—you take initiative. You are intrinsically motivated, comfortable with self-direction, and excited by the opportunity to both execute and innovate. 
• You believe in creating deeper access points for couples in interfaith/mixed-heritage relationships and have a strong enthusiasm for young adult Jewish engagement. You are detail-oriented, adaptable, and efficient, able to juggle multiple priorities while ensuring successful programs. 
• You have strong organizational, data management, logistics planning, networking, recruitment, and project management skills while managing many moving parts. 
• You are creative in your work and bring a sense of welcoming and excitement to the work you do and the people you engage with. 
• You’ll work with Embark Rabbis to provide recruitment strategies, manage enrollment logistics, data tracking, and engage in regular communication with the rabbis leading Embark cohorts, including: 
  • Communication and Outreach:
    • Drive recruitment and brand engagement for Embark programs through partnerships, stakeholder communications, social media, and paid advertisements. 
    • Have an eye for marketing and messaging that will further elevate the Embark program to be the leading the interfaith, Rabbinic led, cohort program in North America and beyond. 
    • Manage participant communications, including email, social media engagement, and WhatsApp cohort groups. 
    • Work with our marketing team to maintain and update the website to ensure accurate program registration and outreach information. 
    • Collaborate with other Mem Global departments to ensure seamless program integration. 
  • Program Implementation and Logistics: 
    • Work in partnership with the Embark Rabbis to research, secure, and manage vendor relationships for transportation and event services, negotiating cost-effective and risk-free contracts. 
    • Manage and update program finances, including staff documents, contractor payments, and travel reimbursements. 
    • Manage participant data within Salesforce, ensuring seamless tracking and reporting. 
    • Work with an external evaluator to ensure pre- and post-retreat surveys are successfully administered by Embark Rabbis. 
    • Support onboarding of Embark Rabbis and conduct regular check-ins to collect program insights, photos, and feedback. 
    • Assist in crafting donor reports and marketing materials to showcase program impact. 
  • Program Enrollment:
    • Process program registration and applications. 
    • Manage the scholarship program, including creating forms, overseeing communication, and processing refunds when needed. 
    • Oversee participant accommodations and coordinate transportation as needed. 
  • Embark Ambassador:
    • Serve as a key public representative of Embark, engaging with philanthropic supporters, participants, rabbis, and external partners. 
    • Provide donor updates on program growth, impact, and key learnings. 
    • Attend and observe Embark cohorts through periodic on-site visits. 
  • Programmatic Leadership and Support for Mem Global Special Projects. In addition to core program responsibilities, you will work directly with Mem Global leadership, primarily our CEO, to support, develop, and grow new initiatives. This may include:
    • Conducting research to identify emerging trends and opportunities for program expansion that align with our mission. 
    • Piloting innovative engagement strategies and testing new program models. 
    • Evaluating existing processes to improve efficiency and impact. 
    • This role requires a proactive problem-solver who can work autonomously to test new ideas, iterate quickly, and help shape the future of our work. 
• You have a Bachelor's Degree in communications, data management, logistics, or a related field, or an equivalent four years of additional, relevant, full-time work experience.
• You have at least five years of full-time professional experience, preferably in immersive experiences, camping, program coordination, communications, event planning, and/or Jewish communal work. 
• You bring strong written and verbal communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and experience managing social media (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter).
• You have intermediate fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Forms) and familiarity with WordPress, Salesforce, Monday.com, and Constant Contact (preferred). 
• You have demonstrated success in event management, vendor relations, and project management. 
• You are comfortable handling financial transactions and data tracking with accuracy. 
• You can confidently represent the program to stakeholders, including participants, donors, and community members. 
• You thrive in a fast-moving environment, balancing multiple projects at once while maintaining high energy and productivity. 
• You embrace our Identity Statements and consistently demonstrate the Mem Mindset: Be the Difference, Connect & Listen, Invest Wisely, Embrace the Unknown, Own It!, Value People, and Work Well, Live Well, and Have Fun!
• You are eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. 

The Fine Print:

The Embark Program Manager is a full-time, exempt, year-round position, that requires weekday office hours to complete job requirements and reports directly into the Vice President, Jewish Learning Department. 

This position is based in one of our U.S. Hub Offices (Charlotte, NC, Chicago, IL, Encinitas, CA, Washington, D.C., or NYC). Our team works a hybrid schedule at our Hub Offices, where employees can choose to work remotely 2 days per week and collaborate in-person with coworkers the rest of the week. 

How Mem Global Takes Care of You:

• Healthcare: Health, vision, dental, and mental health benefits ($0 employee contribution option available)
• Time off: 15 days paid time off (PTO) per year that increases with continued employment (additional benefits for former Hillel and BBYO employees through the Talent Alliance) PLUS 5 Personal WellBeing Days, office closures, and up to 7 floating holidays for Jewish and US holidays
• 401(k): up to 3% matching after one year of employment
• Flexible Spending Account options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Quarterly paid day of service to give back to your community!
• Highly qualified, creative, and go-getter teammates and a dedicated supervisor
• Schedule options to accommodate your work and lifestyle  
• Opportunity to work in one of our Mem Global Hub offices (NYC, Washington D.C., Chicago, Charlotte, NC., or Encinitas)

How Mem Global Pays You:

Mem Global’s starting salary ranges are based on education, experience, location, and skillset required for each role. 

• The starting salary range for this full-time exempt position is:
  • NYC or D.C.: $81,000 - $85,000
  • Chicago or Encinitas: $76,000 - $80,000
  • Charlotte, NC: $70,000 - $74,000
  • If you have more experience and/or are targeting a different salary range, let's talk!
• Annual merit-based salary increases

How Mem Global Invests in You:

• $750 USD annual professional development fund
• Jewish Learning Collaborative: One-on-one Jewish learning with an approved educator of your choice
• Local and in-house professional learning opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement through career pathing planning

Mem Global is a dynamic organization that recognizes and supports individuals from a broad range of experiences and backgrounds.  We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information, or sexual orientation.

Possible Steps in Our Hiring Process:
Step 1: Apply with your resume and cover letter HERE, and you'll hear back from us!
Step 2: Video interview using a web-based platform
Step 3: Skills assessment, and interview(s) with the hiring manager(s)
Step 4: We'll check your references to hear about your past experience
Step 5: Get an offer letter, sign it, start your Mem Global journey!