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How to Apply for Managing Director of Jewish Language Project

at HUC Jewish Language Project

🏢 About HUC Jewish Language Project

The Jewish Language Project at Hebrew Union College is a unique initiative that explores Jewish diversity through the lens of language, connecting communities worldwide. It offers a remote, part-time role with significant impact, blending academic research, community building, and digital engagement to strengthen Jewish identity.

About This Role

As Managing Director, you will oversee projects, supervise contractors, and drive online engagement strategies across social media and web platforms. This role is pivotal in expanding the project's reach, coordinating educational programs, and supporting fundraising, directly shaping how diverse Jewish linguistic traditions are preserved and shared.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve checking social media analytics and scheduling posts, meeting with a contractor developing a Ladino curriculum, and drafting a grant proposal for a Yiddish documentation project. You'd also review the website for updates, respond to donor inquiries, and plan the next virtual event in collaboration with a partner organization.

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🎯 Who HUC Jewish Language Project Is Looking For

  • A project management professional with experience supervising remote teams and contractors, capable of juggling multiple initiatives like curriculum development, events, and language documentation.
  • A social media expert with a proven track record of growing communities on TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, specifically within Jewish or cultural heritage spaces.
  • Deeply knowledgeable about the American Jewish community's diversity, including Sephardic, Mizrahi, and other ancestral traditions, and familiar with key institutions like synagogues, JCCs, and cultural organizations.
  • An excellent writer and editor with attention to detail, basic Hebrew literacy, and comfort with grant writing and donor communications.

📝 Tips for Applying to HUC Jewish Language Project

1

Highlight specific examples of growing an online community for a cultural or educational organization, including metrics like follower growth or engagement rates.

2

Demonstrate your project management skills by describing a complex project (e.g., a language documentation initiative or cohort program) you led from planning to execution.

3

Show your knowledge of Jewish linguistic diversity by mentioning specific languages (e.g., Yiddish, Ladino, Judeo-Arabic) and how you've engaged with them professionally or personally.

4

Tailor your resume to emphasize remote work experience, contractor supervision, and digital fundraising support.

5

Include a brief writing sample that reflects your editing skills and familiarity with Jewish communal issues, such as a blog post or grant excerpt.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your passion for Jewish linguistic diversity and how it connects to your own background or experiences.', 'Concrete examples of building online communities for niche audiences, especially in the Jewish or cultural heritage space.', 'Your project management methodology and how you ensure deadlines and quality across multiple workstreams.', 'Your ability to support fundraising, whether through grant writing, donor stewardship, or event coordination.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Explore the Jewish Language Project's website and social media channels to understand their current content and tone.
  • → Review recent blog posts or publications from the project to grasp key themes and terminology.
  • → Familiarize yourself with Hebrew Union College's mission and its broader role in Jewish education.
  • → Look into the project's past events or cohort programs to see what has been done and what gaps exist.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you develop a social media campaign for Jewish Language Project's upcoming educational program?
2 Describe your experience with language documentation or curriculum development; what challenges did you face?
3 How do you prioritize projects when managing multiple contractors and initiatives simultaneously?
4 What strategies would you use to engage younger Jewish audiences on TikTok or Instagram?
5 How would you approach grant writing for a project focused on preserving endangered Jewish languages?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic application that doesn't reference Jewish languages or the specific mission of the project.
  • Overlooking the part-time nature of the role and failing to explain how you'll manage multiple commitments.
  • Ignoring the requirement for basic Hebrew knowledge—if you don't have it, acknowledge your level and willingness to improve.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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