Advocacy Engagement Coordinator at Hillel Waterloo/Laurier

The role

The Advocacy Engagement Coordinator advances Hillel Ontario's advocacy strategy by coordinating campus-level initiatives and cultivating student relationships. This role focuses on empowering Jewish students, managing advocacy issues, and developing student leaders.

What you will do

• Champion Jewish student advocacy programming and campaigns
• Manage advocacy-related issues on campus
• Implement at least 2 advocacy campaigns on campus per year
• Support students in navigating situations around antisemitism
• Monitor, track, and document incidents of antisemitism and bias
• Manage advocacy student leadership groups
• Cultivate relationships with campus clubs, faith groups, and relevant organizations
• Engage with students to identify advocacy interests
• Plan, execute, and support programs that amplify Jewish and Israel engagement
• Mentor and develop student leaders in advocacy, engagement, and program execution

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 0–2 years of relevant experience (professional or volunteer)
• A strong desire to support students as they navigate their university experience
• An understanding of Jewish identity and a connection to Israel
• Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal

Nice to have

• A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

Benefits

• Competitive salary in the nonprofit marketplace
• Health insurance
• Life and Long Term Disability (LTD) insurances
• Generous vacation/sick time
• Transit stipend
• Cell phone stipend
• Professional development, mentoring, and skill-building opportunities
• Flexible work environment

Before you apply

• Relocation to Canada is supported, with visa sponsorship available for qualified candidates

About the company

Hillel Ontario is a leader in the international Hillel movement, serving over 14,000 Jewish students across nine campuses. It centralizes organizational expertise to support student engagement and community connections.