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Job type full-time
Full job description
Overview: position title: education director, adl southeast region reports to: deputy regional director, adl southeast supervision exercised: supervises the work of contracted, per-diem trainersOversees the work of support staff on assigned projects as neededLocation: atlanta, ga grade/class: grade f, exempt, psa-eligible
About the organization
The anti-defamation league (adl) is the leading anti-hate organization in the worldFounded in 1913 in response to an escalating climate of antisemitism and bigotry, its timeless mission is to stop the defamation of the jewish people and secure justice and fair treatment to allToday, adl continues to fight antisemitism and all forms of hate using innovation and partnerships to drive impactAdl’s ultimate goal is a world in which no individual or community suffers from bias, discrimination or hate.
Adl ceo jonathan greenblatt—an accomplished leader and entrepreneur in the corporate, public, and nonprofit sectors—was recruited to the organization in july 2015He has injected new energy and brought a bold vision to the agencyUnder jonathan’s leadership, adl is transforming itself, upgrading its capabilities and pioneering new horizons.
Primary function:
Direct and oversee all aspects of the regional a world of difference® institute and other regional educational priorities and programsCoordinate, adapt and deliver regional training programs and design educational anti-bias initiatives and programs tailored to the regional communitiesGenerate revenue through fee-for-service and fundraising effortsStaff and facilitate the regional education advisory committee and/or lay leader engagement with educational programsResponsibilities: primary:
Market, coordinate and implement no place for hate® and a world of difference® institute anti-bias programs to regional educational institutionsDevelop program proposals based on regional needs within adl’s pedagogical standards and frameworks, and may involve personally conducting some training sessions and workshops.
Negotiate and generate contracts associated with education programs and eventsCoordinate related special events in the region, including program launches, campaigns and conferences.
Oversee the regional budget for education programs and grantsGenerate fee-for-service revenue and, in collaboration with development, write grant proposals, conduct solicitations and assist in fundraising to support regional adl education programs and services.
Monitor and evaluate regional education programs and compile, prepare and submit data and reports for the organization.
Conduct meetings with and presentations for potential clientsMaintain client database.
Develop community relationships and network with educators to facilitate effective delivery of education programsCollaborate on programming with partner agencies.
Provide staff support to volunteer-led task forces and committees such as the education committee of the board.
Represent the regional and national organization at external conferences, seminars and meetings.
Provide assistance to regional staff on other education programs.
Assist in responding to incidents of bias and discrimination that may occur in school settings.
Secondary:
Partner with marketing and research to highlight success stories for community outreach and further evaluation.
Work with regional staff to respond to discrimination complaints, anti-semitic incidents and other civil rights issues that arise in educational settings.
Support fundraising events as able.
Qualifications: skills:
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills and comfort with public speaking and recruiting new clients.
Strong facilitation skills and ability to differentiate between different education modalities.
Experience with educational systems and practices.
Understanding of anti-bias and diversity issues.
Technical competence requiredWorking familiarity and comfort in database systems, reporting, and analysis essentialReasonable level of experience using microsoft office software, including word, excel, and powerpoint, and comfort learning new technology.
Experience in virtual and hybrid education settings and the use of canvas as a platform highly desired.
Comfort in working with colleagues and clients remotely across the country essential.
Bilingual or multilingual language skills a plus.
Work experience:
Four or more years of progressively responsible experience in community service, education, program management or a related field.
Previous supervisory experience preferred.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in education/training or a related field or equivalent work experience required.
Additional related college courses, professional training and certifications welcomed.
Work environment:
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when necessary to represent adl, conduct training sessions and to attend community eventsSome travel within the region is requiredThis may represent up to 20% of time.
The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classificationIt is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job, nor is it to be interpreted as a contract for employment.
Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience.
Adl is an equal opportunity employerRecruitment, hiring, promotions and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment shall be maintained in a manner which does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or military status, or in violation of any applicable federal, state or local legislation.
