Mission Captain

Mission Leader

Israel Food Rescue is a non-political, religiously pluralistic mission supporting Israel’s agricultural community during a time of extraordinary need. Founded by concerned Americans following the destruction wrought by Hamas on October 7, 2023, we bring volunteers from around the world to help heal and cultivate the land. We are dedicated to helping Israel’s farmers who have lost their workforce in the wake of the attacks and the military conflicts that followed. 

This mission is challenging and rewarding. We participate in many parts of Israel’s agriculture sector, from planting to pruning, harvesting to packing. We go where we are needed, and we do the work that is demanded by the farmers who request our help. 

Israel Food Rescue is a licensed travel organization and is affiliated with a UJA Federation organization to accept tax-deductible donations from donors wishing to provide scholarships for volunteers. 

The Candidate. The Mission Leader is someone with strong leadership skills, able to command groups and give clear direction. You will have strong verbal communication abilities and be highly proficient in both English and Hebrew. You will be organized but flexible, able to both adhere to a schedule and adapt as the situation changes. You will maintain a professional and friendly demeanor, cognizant of being the face of the organization to the participants.  You will be dedicated to ensuring these volunteers feel they’ve made a significant contribution to the nation and are appreciated for it. You will be responsible for managing a good working relationship with the operational contractors (e.g., bus drivers, hotel staff, caterers) and with meeting the needs of the farmers. 

Experience. The selected candidate will have experience in either tourism, education, summer camp, management of business teams, military leadership, or other leadership history. 

The Role. This role is based in Jerusalem, and work begins each day in Jerusalem.  The Mission Leader manages the mission on the ground. The role includes the following responsibilities: 

• Track all volunteer arrivals and departures and ensure proper headcount for hotel, farm, and bus
• 1 to 2 days in advance, alert farmer to # workers to help him make work assignments and anticipate productivity
• 1 to 2 days in advance, alert driver to # workers to ensure enough seats in the van
• Communicate schedule, assignments, and weather forecast to volunteers a day in advance
• Ensure all volunteers get on the bus in both directions
• Settle workers into the worksite, ensure they are clear on work instructions
• Monitor throughout the day to ensure everyone follows instructions and stays on course
• Liaise with farmer for new assignments, any questions from farmer or from volunteers, and any required paperwork
• Keep spirits up, ensure ruach in the worksite, be sure they’re having fun
• Be available to volunteers in the event of injury, sickness, or other issues
• Work closely with the IFR Leadership team in the U.S.

Compensation.  Salary is NIS 3,000 per week. Lunch is included daily. 

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