About TalkIsrael
TalkIsrael is a nonprofit that aims to create a more positive and constructive dialogue about Israel among English-speaking teens using the power of social media. Through its original content, free workshops, programs, and experiences, TalkIsrael empowers young American and Israeli creators to enhance their storytelling skills, develop their personal social media brand, and become advocates for positive change.
Following October 7th, TalkIsrael has made a significant impact by training hundreds of young content creators to share their Israel-related experiences authentically and positively on social media. Our work reaches millions of Americans, bridges cultural divides, and fosters greater understanding of Israel through original, engaging content.
Position Overview
We are seeking an innovative and enthusiastic Social Media Education Manager who is passionate about Israel and skilled in social media to lead our educational initiatives across North America. This is a full-time position with an option of hybrid or remote.
As the Social Media Education Manager at TalkIsrael, you will be at the forefront of empowering high school students, college students, and young adults to become positive and active voices for Israel on social media. Through dynamic, interactive workshops, you’ll equip participants with strategies to share non-political, Israel-related content effectively, counter misinformation, and utilize social media in impactful, creative ways.
This role involves delivering workshops online and in person as well as creating and refining educational materials to ensure relevance, engagement, and alignment with current social media trends and key events.
Responsibilities
- Conduct Engaging Workshops - Lead interactive workshops for high school students, college students, and young adults across North America, delivering content both in-person and virtually.
- Content Development & Customization - Develop, update, and maintain tailored educational resources, presentations, and materials that resonate with specific audience groups and meet current needs.
- Trend Monitoring & Integration - Stay updated on the latest social media trends, platform features, Israel-related events, and cultural developments to ensure content is timely and relevant.
- Curriculum Development & Collaboration - Work closely with the TalkIsrael team to continually enhance and expand educational curricula to be impactful and align with the organization's mission.
- Workshop Outreach & Promotion - Identify and secure opportunities to conduct workshops and training sessions; assist in creating promotional materials to market workshops and programs effectively.
- Travel for Program Delivery - Travel approximately 25-40% of the time to lead workshops, with travel expenses and per diem provided. Some evening and weekend availability is required.
- Participant Engagement & Follow-Up - Engage with participants during and after workshops, creating a supportive community of young advocates and establishing follow-up processes.
- Team Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing - Attend program and team meetings to share insights, update the team on social media trends, and ensure consistent content across all educational initiatives.
- Guest Speaker Engagement - Research and coordinate relevant guest speakers for programs, ensuring alignment with workshop goals.
- Creative Content Creation - Identify collaborative content creation opportunities with partners during workshops to enhance learning and participant engagement.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Education, Social Media, Political Science, Jewish Studies, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3-5 years of experience in social media management, digital marketing, educational programming, training, or advocacy work, ideally within a youth-focused environment such as college students or young adults.
- Proven experience in education, training, or facilitation, with a demonstrated ability to engage and inspire Gen Z audiences to be active in social media advocacy.
- Experience in Jewish education or Israel advocacy is a plus.
Skills and Competencies
- Passion for Israel and a solid understanding of its history, culture, and current events, as well as the complexities surrounding Israel's position on social media.
- Strong familiarity with social media platforms and trends (especially Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube) and the ability to leverage digital tools effectively to engage young audiences.
- Excellent public speaking, communication, and presentation skills with an ability to connect with Gen Z and inspire them to become empowered advocates for Israel online.
- Content development skills to create and adapt educational resources for diverse groups, ensuring materials are relevant, engaging, and inclusive.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects independently in a remote setting.
- Self-starter with a collaborative spirit who thrives in remote work environments while effectively collaborating with team members and external partners.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and content creation tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
- Familiarity with social media scheduling and analytics tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Sprout Social) to monitor and optimize content performance.
- Experience with online learning platforms (Zoom, Google Classroom, or others) and digital engagement tools (Kahoot, Miro, etc.) is beneficial.
Other Requirements
- Availability to travel approximately 25-40% within North America to lead workshops and educational programs.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet program schedules.
- Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Hebrew is a plus.
- Analytical skills to assess the impact of workshops, with a commitment to using feedback and metrics to drive continuous improvement.
Location: This is a full-time, hybrid or remote position. Our office is located in Encino, California.
Work Hours: Monday – Thursday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm with availability occasionally required after working hours and on weekends.
Benefits and Compensation: $70,000-$85,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications. Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered. 401K provided.
To apply, please email your cover letter, resume and salary expectations to: [email protected]
TalkIsrael Foundation is an equal opportunity employer committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunity and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. Our policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.