Location: Foundation Offices – Petach Tikva, Israel (hybrid work arrangement available)
Travel: Occasional travel required, both within Israel and internationally
Contract Type: Full-time position
Start Date: As soon as possible
Duration: Initial one-year contract with possibility of extension
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced, visionary, and dynamic Director to lead Education for Life in Israel. This role is ideal for someone who combines a growth mindset with strong operational, people management, partnerships and fundraising expertise in the civil society sector.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Organisational Growth
- Lead the development and execution of the Foundation’s plan in Israel.
- Expand the scope, visibility, and impact of the organisation nationally.
- Foster a culture of innovation, transparency, and excellence aligned with L4WB’s approach and values (See Code of Conduct)
Program Management & Implementation
- Oversee the design, delivery, and evaluation of programmes in education, well-being, and community engagement.
- Ensure alignment with L4WB’s holistic approach and intergenerational methodology.
- Monitor program effectiveness and lead on adaptation for continuous improvement and timely delivery.
People & Operations Management
- Manage a growing team of professionals, including consultants.
- Oversee operational functions including Human Resources, budgeting, planning, and administration.
- Cultivate a collaborative and supportive work environment that reflects the Foundation’s values.
Fundraising & Resource Development
- Develop and lead the fundraising plan, including donor cultivation, grant writing, and reporting.
- Build relationships with local and international philanthropic partners.
- Ensure sustainable financial growth to support the Foundation’s vision and operations.
Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and strengthen strategic partnerships across civil society, academia, and public institutions.
- Represent the Foundation in policy, advocacy, and public discourse settings.
- Leverage connections with governmental agencies to enhance reach and policy influence.
International Coordination
- Collaborate with colleagues across L4WB’s international network.
- Participate in global meetings and knowledge exchange processes.
- Contribute to shaping the broader vision and direction of the Learning for Well-being Foundation
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in leadership roles within the educational world, non-profit or civil society sector.
- Proven track record in organisational development, team leadership, and programme management.
- Demonstrated success in fundraising, with experience in grant writing, donor engagement, and institutional partnerships.
- Background in education, youth development, social innovation, or related fields.
- Familiarity with Israeli civil society landscape and networks; government relations a strong plus.
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience working in multicultural and international environments.
- Fluent in Hebrew and English (written and spoken); additional languages an asset.
- Relevant academic degree required, Master’s degree or Doctorate in a related field preferred.
Key Competencies:
- Strategic and systems thinker
- Inspirational and inclusive leader
- Results-oriented with a growth mindset
- High cultural competency and emotional intelligence
- Strong project and time management skills
- Capacity to manage complexity and ambiguity
- Alignment with L4WB’s values of curiosity, care, trust, and openness
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience, as well as their vision for the role, to: yakarah@learningforwellbeing.org
Application Deadline: 23rd of May 2025 by 18:00 Israel Time.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted during the month of May and interviews will be taking place during May and June.
