Training & Fellowship Coordinator

Reports to: Fellowship Manager

Location: Herzliya Pituach

Employment Type: Full-Time, in-office 4 days per week with very occasional evenings and early mornings.

Company Overview

The Azrieli Fellowship is a prestigious academic program funded by the Azrieli Foundation that supports a network of groundbreaking researchers, enhancing academic ties between Israel and the world. We recruit fellows across three tracks: doctoral, international postdoctoral, and early career. Currently, we have almost 150 active fellows in those three tracks scattered in Israel’s top academic institutions.

We provide our fellows with a comprehensive program encompassing funding, academic and social events, and workshops. Throughout their fellowship, we offer our fellows ongoing support and address any issues that arise, ensuring the best possible experience and personalized service. Our dedicated team of nine members is committed to maintaining a positive and supportive environment.

Position Overview:

The Training & Fellowship Coordinator reports to and supports the Fellowship Manager in administering and delivering all fellowship activities, with a particular focus on training programs.

Key responsibilities include organizing and facilitating mandatory and elective workshops, managing online content for the organization's social media platforms, and providing general assistance to ensure the smooth operation of the fellowship program. The role requires flexibility, including occasional evening commitments for events.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assisting Fellowship Manager:

• Provide administrative and logistical support to the Fellowship Manager.
• Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of fellowship activities.
• Serve as a point of contact for fellows, addressing their inquiries and concerns.

2. Training & Workshops:

• Organize and facilitate mandatory and elective workshops for fellows.
• Coordinate with trainers and speakers to ensure the delivery of high-quality training sessions.
• Manage workshop schedules, venues, materials, and participant lists.
• Gather feedback from participants to improve future training sessions.

3. Online Content Management:

• Develop and manage content for the organization's YouTube channel and social media.
• Monitor engagement and respond to comments and messages on social media platforms.

Education & Experience:

BA degree

Experience in program coordination, event planning, or a similar role is preferred.

Experience with academia is preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

·      Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.

·      Strong written and oral communication skills.

·      Strong interpersonal skills.

·      Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

·      Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.

·      Proficiency in both written and oral English and Hebrew.

·      Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

·      Proficiency in social media management tools.

·      Media skills.

·      Experience operating a CRM system.

·      Experience working with suppliers and third parties.

·      Experience with WordPress, YouTube, Facebook, and Active Trail an advantage.

Personal Attributes:

·      Caring with strong customer service skills.

·      Enthusiastic and proactive.

·      Team player with a consultative approach.

·      Detail-oriented with a commitment to high-quality work.

·      Adaptable and able to handle multiple priorities.

·      Excellent time management skills.

·      Strong sense of responsibility and professionalism.

·      Hands-on, roll-up-sleeves mentality.

·      Confident in dealing with various situations and types of people (suppliers, fellows, professors, university administrators)

Interested candidates, please apply to join our dedicated team and make a significant impact on the academic community and beyond!