Fellowship Program Manager- Seasonal

Fellowship Program Manager

Seasonal: 5-month Position

March 24th - Aug 24, 2026

What is OGS?

Our Generation Speaks (OGS) is a not-for-profit organization committed to empowering entrepreneurial leaders who can drive meaningful change. Among our programs, we operate a Fellowship program for Palestinian and Israeli emerging leadership with entrepreneurial zeal. The Fellowship includes components of startup development, professional and leadership development, trust-building/dialogue, and mentorship for personal growth. When fellows complete the fellowship, they join a vibrant alumni community and access programs equip them with ongoing support and programming to amplify their leadership and impact. The Fellowship program runs from April to September, in three phases, with an in-person intensive component running from June to early August in Boston on the Brandeis campus. For more about the Fellowship Program see www.ogspeaks.com/fellowship/ and general information about OGS at www.ogspeaks.com.

Fellowship Program Manager - Job Summary Description

The Fellowship Program Manager is an exciting role in a fast-paced impact-oriented nonprofit organization, ideal for a dynamic individual committed to driving meaningful change towards a peaceful future for Israelis and Palestinians. Candidates with entrepreneurial zeal, a can-do attitude, and experience in project and program management are encouraged to apply.

This position reports directly to the Program Director. The Fellowship Program Manager will work closely with the Program Director on planning and is responsible for high quality execution of all of the daily activities and programming of the Fellowship program. The Fellowship program is one of the most significant aspects of OGS’ activities as the entry point program to the OGS community. The Fellowship Manager will be the first point of contact for the Fellows and OGS partners, and works collaboratively with the Director of Operations on planning and executing the Fellowship. Additionally, the Fellowship Program Manager will work cooperatively with the Venture Development Specialist and the OGS Startups Growth Committee that advises on ventures and funding decisions. The Fellowship Program Manager will evaluate Fellowship efficiency regularly and make necessary changes to maximize productivity. The Fellowship Program Manager assesses OGS’s needs and contributes to the big picture by ensuring the daily program activities and logistics run smoothly and efficiently.

This is a full-time, seasonal five-month* position. The individual in this position should expect to work some evening and weekend hours during the summer in-person component of the OGS Fellowship Program (June-August).

*There is potential for the position to be extended.

Fellowship Program Manager - Duties & Responsibilities:

• Hands-on management of the 2-month summer in-person component of the Fellowship Program at Brandeis, including setting timetables, planning and designing program schedules, events, and lectures, and working with all relevant partners and departments of Brandeis University on operational and program matters, providing a full response to the program's fellows.
• Work collaboratively with the Program Director to build a high-performing team to manage a cohort in 2026 of between 22-28 fellows. This includes direct supervision of 1-3 temporary employees/interns during summer fellowship (Fellowship Coordinator, interns, Operations assistant, etc.).
• Plan and execute fellowship-related volunteer-based programs and activities (Venture Coaches, Mentors, Guest Speakers, etc.).
• Consulting with the OGS team during the fellowship regarding cultural needs for OGS Israeli and Palestinian fellows; advising on appropriate cultural activities during the fellowship; assisting in the team formation period - facilitation of team dynamic issues, cultural differences, and facilitating activities that will lead fellows and alumni to form positive relationships with each other.
• Plan and execute preparation for fellows to return to the region after the fellowship - connecting fellows/ventures to region-based banks, law firms, business connections, etc.
• Strengthen the relationships and interactions between OGS ventures/companies, OGS NEXT (alumni programs) and OGS staff and partners.
• Work collaboratively with the Program Director and with OGS’s two Alumni Program Coordinators on OGS Next planning, in relationship to the alumni activities and programs during the summer fellowship.
• Support the Venture Development Specialist and OGS Growth Committee representative during the summer fellowship.

Fellowship Program Manager - Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of relevant project management and/or managerial experience.
• Ability and willingness to reside in the Waltham, MA area during the OGS summer fellowship (June–early August); housing is available during the fellowship on Brandeis campus if needed.
• Fluency in English with exceptional written and verbal communication skills; fluency in Hebrew and/or Arabic is strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with excellent attention to detail and follow-through.
• Self-directed and collaborative, with the ability to work independently and as part of a global team; proactive, energetic, and reliable.
• Strong interpersonal and listening skills, with the ability to engage respectfully across diverse personalities, backgrounds, and cultures.
• High integrity and sound judgment, with a demonstrated commitment to advancing OGS’s mission, values, and community.
• Deep understanding of the Israeli-Palestinian context.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
• Experience or familiarity with entrepreneurship, and/or ties to entrepreneurial ecosystems in Israel and Palestine is a plus.
• Online marketing experience is a plus.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Hours/Compensation

The salary for this position is $5,000 a month. This is a full-time, temporary position to be engaged from March 24th - Aug 24, 2026.

This position must be working physically on the Brandeis campus from May 26th - Aug 7th during the summer fellowship (potential for live-in option on campus), including some weekends and overnight working hours. Housing costs are covered by OGS should you choose to live in Brandeis housing during the summer fellowship.

Interested candidates should send a copy of their resume and a cover letter to Jennifer Schubert via jennifer@ogspeaks.com. Please enter "Fellowship Program Manager Application First and Last Name" in the subject line.

Pay: $5,000.00 per month

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Waltham, MA 02453

Salary : $5,000