Opportunities

About the Millstone Scholars Program

Millstone Scholars is a National Honors program for 7th & 8th graders attending public and secular independent schools in communities across the US. We are now entering our 5th year with 30 cohorts around the U.S. and growing.

Each week over the course of a full academic year, students participate in seminar style classes with fellow young Jews eager to discover their own Jewish history and heritage in an intellectually serious way. As they explore Jewish texts, the heroic story of modern Israel, and the influence of Jewish Ideas on America, a strengthened Jewish identity emerges.

About the role

We are currently seeking working professionals and educators with a passion for Jewish education to facilitate the Millstone program in local cities across the country.

This is a part-time, in-person position based in the city of the educator’s cohort(s). Cohorts are typically 10-12 students and meet once per week for 75 minutes over the course of the 8-month academic year.

We’re currently looking to hire in the following communities:

The Millstone curriculum is built around three core trimesters:

• Fall: The Foundations of Jewish Thought
• Winter: The Founding of Modern Israel
• Spring: The Jewish Experience in America

For more information about the Millstone curriculum, click here.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lessons and activities based on curriculum
• Facilitate engaging classroom discussions that promote debate and analysis of historical events
• Record attendance and submit short seminar reflections
• Collaborate with Millstone faculty and educator team
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents
• Maintain communication with Millstone scholars team
• Submit evaluations and share requested feedback with program administrators
• Assist as needed with Millstone extra-curricular opportunities (ie: debate and field trips)

Experience and Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree preferred, not required
• Experience working with middle school-aged children preferred, not required
• Effective classroom management skills
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written
• Ability to engage and inspire students, parents, and families
• Ability to foster respectful dialogue and encourage critical thinking
• A strong knowledge base of Jewish and Zionist values, text and philosophy
• Working knowledge of Tikvah’s work and alignment with the mission

Period of Employment

September 2026 – May 2027

Compensation

Salary 9-10k commensurate with experience and skill.

Apply

Click here to access our application form.

About the organization

Tikvah is a leading Jewish think tank and educational institution committed to supporting the intellectual, religious, and political leaders of the Jewish people and the Jewish State. Tikvah runs and invests in a wide range of initiatives in Israel, the United States, and around the world, including educational programs, publications, and fellowships.

Reports To: Senior Director of Development
Position Type: Full-Time, Overtime-Exempt
Location: New York City – onsite

About Tikvah:
The Tikvah Fund is a leading Jewish think tank and educational institution committed to supporting the intellectual, religious, and political leaders of the Jewish people and the Jewish State. Tikvah runs and invests in a wide range of initiatives in Israel, the United States, and around the world, including educational programs, publications, and fellowships.

Job Summary:
The Development Associate is a frontline fundraising role, responsible for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a portfolio of donors while supporting development initiatives including fundraising events, and campaigns. This position has a direct impact on Tikvah’s financial and operational success.

Major duties and responsibilities include:

• Maintain a personal portfolio of Tikvah Society donors and prospects (annual gifts around $2,000-$5,000).
• Serve as the primary relationship manager for this portfolio of prospects, developing and implementing a strategy for these accounts.
• Set and regularly revise projections for all budgeted donors.
• Communicate with donor portfolio via face-to-face meetings, emails, phone calls, and Zoom meetings.
• Cultivate new Tikvah Society prospects from among Tikvah’s wider community of donors and subscribers.
• Track all donor interactions in Salesforce and maintain accurate portfolio data, updating addresses, emails, and names as needed.
• Support department’s strategic engagements including events, direct mail campaigns, email campaigns, etc.
• Attend Tikvah’s events and other networking opportunities.
• Regularly read Tikvah’s educational materials, participate in events, and take a proactive role in understanding Tikvah’s work.

Qualifications:

• Four-year degree or equivalent experience in a related field
• Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills
• Knowledge of Jewish ideas, culture, and American/Israeli public affairs
• Willingness and ability to learn relevant software (e.g., CMR, Salesforce, email marketing tools, etc..)
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to quality in written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Alignment with Tikvah’s mission

Preferred Skills (Not Required)

• Familiarity with the public/non-profit sector
• Prior experience with Salesforce CRM

The Development Associate will be a member of the development team and is expected to perform the above duties with a high degree of autonomy and independence.

The compensation range for this role is $65,000-$80,000, commensurate with experience and skill. The Development Associate will be eligible for a performance-based bonus. Tikvah offers an excellent benefits package including health insurance, 401K plan, paid vacation, paid time off for Jewish and national holidays, and short Fridays.

Please send your resume and cover letter to HR@tikvah.org.

Reports To: Sr. Director
Position Type: Full-Time, Overtime-Exempt
Location: NYC, in-office 4 days/week

About Tikvah
Tikvah is a leading Jewish think tank and educational institution committed to supporting the intellectual, religious, and political leaders of the Jewish people and the Jewish State. Tikvah runs and invests in a wide range of initiatives in Israel, the United States, and around the world, including educational programs, publications, and fellowships. We seek candidates who understand and are genuinely committed to Tikvah’s mission.

Job Summary
Tikvah is seeking a Program Associate to support our high school and college fellowship programs. This is a cross-functional role: the Associate will work across multiple programs and will engage directly with students in the classroom, at retreats, and throughout the program cycle.

We are seeking a candidate with exceptional organizational and communication skills who is flexible, enjoys working across several programs at a time, and thrives when liaising with different team members.

Role and Responsibilities Include:

Events and Program Management

• Help plan and run in-person and online student events and retreats (including some Sundays and weekends).
• Set up and manage Zoom classes; provide on-site support at retreats and in-person events, engaging with Tikvah’s students.
• Communicate with students, teachers, and parents.
• Assist with general program logistics.
• Strategize with program directors about program expansion and improvement.
• Assist with special projects as assigned.

Admissions Support

• Review applications and assist with interview coordination.
• Organize and manage applicant communications throughout the admissions process.
• Support the financial aid process, including tracking and correspondence.

Data & Written Communications

• Draft language for general emails and website content.
• Manage contracts and engagement letters with faculty and vendors.
• Update and maintain student data and Salesforce entries.
• Compile readers and program materials.
• Support curriculum development through editing and design.

Qualifications:

• A college degree and minimum of two years’ experience in a related field are required.

Preferred Skills

We welcome candidates with a range of backgrounds and strengths. We are particularly interested in applicants who bring some or all of the following:

• Project management – systems thinking, workflow design, and the ability to keep multiple programs running smoothly.
• Event planning – experience with end-to-end planning and execution of in-person and virtual events, seminars, or retreats.
• Data & reporting – proficiency with Salesforce or similar CRM platforms, data analysis, and building tools to support program evaluation. Experience with bulk email platforms is also a plus.
• Graphic and web design – experience creating visual materials and/or maintaining or updating website content.

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation range for this role is $65,000–$75,000, commensurate with experience and skill. Tikvah offers an excellent benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) plan, paid vacation, paid time off for Jewish and national holidays, and short Fridays.

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter to HR@tikvah.org. Candidates must submit both documents for consideration.

Full-Time, DC Office (Montgomery County, MD), Hybrid (3 days on-site)

The Director of Administration & Strategic Operations will help direct human resources, risk management, and general administration across the organization. Working closely with and reporting to Tikvah’s Senior Vice President and Chief Financial and Administrative Officer, the Director will also lead special projects that improve operating efficiency and overall operational capability.

We are looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented leader who can support core people operations and general administration across the organization. This role manages a steady flow of business agreements, supports key functions across the employee lifecycle, and coordinates internal communications and operational projects.

The ideal candidate is discreet, process-driven, and comfortable juggling recurring responsibilities with seasonal peaks. This role will also work closely with managers across the organization.

Please send your resume and cover letter to HR@tikvah.org.

Full-Time, DC Office (Montgomery County, MD), Hybrid (3 days on-site)

Tikvah is seeking an experienced, hands-on HR Manager to serve as a trusted partner to leadership and employees across the organization. This role is responsible for managing core human resources functions, ensuring compliance, strengthening employee relations, and building scalable people processes that support business growth. The HR Manager will balance strategic oversight with day-to-day execution and play a key role in shaping a positive, compliant, and high-performing workplace.

Please send your resume and cover letter to HR@tikvah.org.