Student Engagement & Advocacy Manager

University of Arizona Hillel

Role Overview

University of Arizona Hillel is seeking a Student Engagement & Advocacy Manager to help lead and grow Jewish student life at one of the largest campuses in the country.

This role combines relationship-based engagement, student leadership development, and advocacy. You will build meaningful relationships with students, mentor emerging leaders, help students navigate challenges facing Jewish life on campus, and create opportunities for them to connect with Judaism, community, Israel, and one another.

The ideal candidate is a natural connector, confident leader, and strong communicator who is energized by working directly with students and helping them turn ideas into action.

What You’ll Do

Student Engagement & Leadership

• Build meaningful relationships with Jewish students across campus
• Develop strategies to engage students who are not yet connected to Hillel
• Mentor student leaders and support leadership development initiatives
• Supervise Engagement Associates and help guide engagement efforts

Programs & Community Building

• Lead and support Shabbat, holiday, social, leadership, and Israel-focused programs
• Partner with students to create experiences that are relevant, welcoming, and impactful
• Support Birthright Israel recruitment, staffing, and post-trip engagement

Advocacy & Campus Relations

• Champion student advocacy initiatives and Jewish pride on campus
• Support students navigating antisemitism and campus climate challenges
• Advise student advocacy and Israel-focused leadership groups
• Build relationships with university partners, student organizations, and community stakeholders
• Help plan and implement advocacy and educational initiatives throughout the year

Team & Operations

• Track engagement outcomes and help evaluate impact
• Contribute to organizational strategy and goal setting
• Foster a collaborative, student-centered team culture

What You’ll Bring to the Job

• Bachelor's degree required
• 2+ years of professional experience in student engagement, Jewish communal work, education, advocacy, campus life, or a related field
• Strong relationship-building and leadership skills
• Ability to mentor students and manage multiple priorities
• Passion for Jewish life, Israel engagement, leadership development, and community building
• Sound judgment, initiative, and a collaborative spirit
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and Jewish holidays
• Experience in advocacy, Greek life, student leadership, athletics, or highly social campus environments is a plus

What You’ll Receive

• Salary range: $55,000 - $65,000
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and retirement
• Generous paid time off, including Jewish holidays
• Professional development, mentoring, and access to the Hillel International network
• Travel opportunities, including Birthright Israel staffing and national conferences
• A fun, social, and collaborative team environment

About University of Arizona Hillel

University of Arizona Hillel is a strong, student-centered organization serving a large and diverse Jewish population. We prioritize relationship-based engagement, leadership development, advocacy, and creating a space where students from all backgrounds feel welcome.

Located in Tucson, U of A offers the energy of a major university with the lifestyle of the Southwest, 300-plus days of sunshine, strong campus spirit, a thriving Greek system, and endless opportunities for outdoor and social life.

University of Arizona Hillel is affiliated with Hillel International. Hillel International enriches the lives of Jewish students so they may enrich the Jewish people and the world, and envisions a world where every student is inspired to make an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning, and Israel.