Job No: 496935
Work Type: Staff Full-time
Department: Sy Syms School of Business
Location: Wilf Campus, 500 West 185th Street, NY, NY
Categories: Communications/Marketing/Media, Education/Teaching, Philanthropy
Position Summary:
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing international community of entrepreneurs, investors, local business leaders and students.
Established in 2019, the YU Innovation Lab operates as a borderless NYC-based ecosystem, using academy-as-platform to drive economic development and job creation through the synergy of three communities: the Israeli startup sector, the business community of Upper Manhattan, and the University's human capital embodied by our students, faculty, and alumni.
The Yeshiva University (YU) Innovation Lab is seeking a bilingual (English/Spanish), dynamic, experienced and enthusiastic Community Liaison to develop programs that support local businesses in the Washington Heights neighborhood of New York City.
The Community Liaison will work collaboratively with local business owners, community leaders and other stakeholders to create, implement and manage programs that foster growth and prosperity in the area. This position will report to the Director of the YU Innovation Lab and work in close collaboration with the Director of Programming and other members of the YU Innovation Lab team. In this role, you will do real work and make a lasting impact.
This is one year contract fully funded by an EDA grant until April, 22, 2024, with a possibility of renewal depending on satisfactory performance and budget availability.
Position Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute programs and initiatives that support local businesses in Washington Heights, including marketing, funding, and training opportunities.
• Cultivate relationships with local business owners, community leaders, and other stakeholders to gain insights into the unique challenges and opportunities faced by the community.
• Collaborate with the YU Innovation Lab team to identify and leverage resources that can support the development of new programs.
• Serve as a liaison between the YU Innovation Lab and community organizations to promote collaboration and identify new opportunities for partnership.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote the YU Innovation Lab's programs and initiatives to the local community.
• Monitor program performance and evaluate program impact to identify areas for improvement.

Experience & Educational Background:

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least 3 years of experience in community/external relations; intergovernmental relations; or program development and implementation, preferably in a community development or business support context.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in Spanish.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the Washington Heights community and its businesses is a plus.
• Passion for community development and business growth.

Salary Range:
$75,000-$85,000
About Us:
Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University (YU) has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education, psychology, and more.
We are a leading global educational institution that employs 2,000 people across our various campus locations - Wilf Campus, Beren Campus, Brookdale Center, Resnick Campus in the Bronx, the Gruss Institute in Jerusalem, the Boys High School in Manhattan and the Girls High School in Queens. From the distinguished faculty who teach here, to the dedicated staff, we work to fulfill our mission through all that we teach, by all that we do and for all those we serve. We seek to attract and retain engaged and committed individuals who contribute to an exciting working environment, where there is a sense of community and belonging, balanced with a significant cross section of people from diverse backgrounds working and studying together.
The University offers an excellent compensation package, and a broad range of employee benefit plans, including immediate participation in the University's retirement plan. Staff members are typically eligible for four weeks paid vacation each year and have access to a shuttle to nearby subway locations.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
Application Instructions:
To apply, visit https://careers.pageuppeople.com/876/cw/en-us/job/496935/community-liaison-yu-innovation-lab
Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
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