Director of the Countering Antisemitism Laboratory
Office of the Provost
Washington D.C., District of Columbia
USC Shoah Foundation
Who we are
Established in 1994, the USC Shoah Foundation's core purpose is to give opportunity to survivors and witnesses of the Shoah to tell their stories in their own words through audio-visual interviews, preserve their testimonies, and make them accessible for research, education, and outreach. It achieves this work through the preservation and dissemination of a massive archive of more than 59,000 testimonies, engaging educational programs, innovative academic research programs, and technology efforts that ensure these histories remain accessible and relevant.
Position Overview
The USC Shoah Foundation is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to launch and direct the new Countering Antisemitism Laboratory with the initiative to address antisemitism in all its forms. The Director will oversee the development, strategic planning, implementation, and expansion of this Laboratory, ensuring it aligns with the Shoah Foundation's broader mission and goals. Additionally, the Director will build and manage a team of experts to lead the four divisions of the Laboratory.
The four divisions are as follows: (1) Testimony Collection; (2) Training & Education Programs; (3) Research Programs; and (4) Online Antisemitism. The USC Shoah Foundation is building an additional collection of at least 10,000 testimonies of survivors of antisemitic violence since 1945. Our training and education programs will focus on leadership groups, including journalists, civil servants, lawyers, athletes, and university leaders. The research division will focus on practical research for governments and civil society. Finally, the online antisemitism unit will leverage technology to study and address antisemitism and related phenomena in online spaces.
The incumbent will report to the Senior Director of Programs and work closely with the Finci-Viterbi Executive Director. This position will be based at the USC Shoah Foundation office in Washington, DC with regular travel to the USC campus in Los Angeles, California.
This is a three-year fixed-term position with the possibility of extension.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development, planning, and execution of all programmatic activities, ensuring alignment with the Shoah Foundation's strategic priorities.
- Oversee the creation and implementation of educational and training programs aimed at key stakeholders.
- Hire personnel responsible for research initiatives, as well as programs, publications, and collaborative projects.
- Supervise the development of digital engagement strategies to enhance the initiative's reach and impact.
- Manage a multidisciplinary team, including setting goals and overseeing performance.
- Develop and implement fundraising strategies in collaboration with the Shoah Foundation's advancement team.
- Engage in budgetary and resource allocation decisions to ensure efficient use of resources.
- Maintain and expand relationships with key stakeholders.
- Represent the initiative at conferences and workshops to promote its work.
- Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to effectively share findings and achievements.
The Candidate for Director of the Countering Antisemitism Laboratory will have at minimum:
- Master's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 7 years of experience in program development and management.
- Strong leadership skills, with experience managing teams.
- Direct experience building and overseeing complex projects.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans.
- Experience with fundraising and budget management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and project management abilities.
- Sensitivity to cultural issues and a commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Willingness to travel up to 20% as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience in program development and management.
- Experience in social justice, human rights, or related areas.
- Familiarity with digital engagement strategies.
- Experience in an academic or research-oriented environment.
- Proven track record in securing grants and funding sources.
The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong commitment to USC's Unifying Values of integrity, excellence, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Application Procedure and Additional Information
Resume, cover letter, and brief writing sample are required (may be uploaded as one file). ** Please do not submit your application without these documents.**
The annual base salary range for this position is $128,567 - $190,000. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers various factors.
To support the well-being of our faculty and staff, USC provides benefits-eligible employees with a broad range of perks. You can learn more about USC's comprehensive benefits here.
The University of Southern California values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
