Faculty, Program and Retreat Manager (Israel)

Company Description

The Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre in Tel Aviv is part of the world’s largest international yoga organization, based on the teachings of Swami Sivananda and Swami Vishnudevananda. Since its founding in 1971, the centre has served as a sanctuary of traditional yoga practices, offering tools for mental and physical well-being, including proper breathing, exercise, relaxation, and meditation. Open to individuals at all levels, it provides structured pathways to deepen yoga practice and understanding of classical philosophies. With a dedicated team of passionate volunteers, it fosters a warm and supportive environment for personal growth and renewal.

Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre Tel Aviv is seeking a Lead Programmer to design and manage our inspiring calendar of programs. This role covers onsite offerings at the Sivananda Tel Aviv Center, residential retreats at various venues, and online programs in areas such as wellness, yoga, health & healing, meditation and professional trainings.

As Lead Programmer, you will recruit and coordinate presenters, manage seasonal program schedules, and oversee the logistics that make our courses, workshops, retreats, and trainings possible. You will work closely with the Director of Programming & Marketing and collaborate with our marketing, sales, reservations, accounting, and operations teams to ensure smooth and successful delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and implement seasonal program calendars (Tel Aviv Center, retreats, online).
• Recruit, negotiate and support presenters; manage contracts, budgets, and logistics.
• Collect bios, photos, and program descriptions for marketing and promotion.
• Coordinate with marketing, sales, and operations for seamless execution.
• Monitor enrollment and suggest adjustments for program success.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in Hebrew and English.
• Experience in program management, negotiation, event coordination, budget management, or community work.
• Comfortable with digital tools (Google Workspace, WordPress, Arbox, Monday.com, , Plando, Dropbox) and able to learn new scheduling systems quickly.
• Knowledge of yoga, wellness, or retreat industries a plus.

Why Join Us?

Be part of an international yoga and wellness community dedicated to spreading peace, health, and spiritual growth. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Sivananda Israel’s offerings and grow with our expanding programs.