active campaign

About CAM:

The Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM) is a global coalition engaging more than 360,000 people and 440 organizations from a diverse array of religious, political, and cultural backgrounds in the common mission of fighting the world’s oldest hatred. We act collaboratively to build a better future, free of bigotry, for Jews and all humanity.

Position: European Affairs Director

Key Functions

• Grow CAM’s network across the European continent with a focus on Western Europe, by engaging with:
  • Jewish communities and local organizations.
  • Interfaith and religious organizations: Pan-European, national and local.
  • Athletic clubs.
  • Other cultural, advocacy, and affinity organizations.
• Engage with European Commission leadership on the issues of antisemitism, and represent CAM at meetings and conferences.
• Explore partnership opportunities with European Union agencies and look for funding opportunities within EU agencies and EU member states.
• Initiate webinars, campaigns, events, petitions, and other creative collaborations with CAM’s European partner organizations.
• Develop the CAM European Mayors network and collaborate with municipal leaders and staff to help cities protect Jewish communities and combat antisemitism.
• Develop diplomatic and political relationships with leaders responsible for antisemitism issues, hate speech, and other forms of hatred.
• Support the CAM Information Hub in tracking European incidents of antisemitism and suggest policy and research papers addressing European issues.
• Help lead and initiate public relations, social and traditional media efforts of CAM and engage with European media outlets, journalists, and social media influencers.
• Grow grassroots membership in CAM from European countries.
• Draft diplomatic letters to high-level leaders for important initiatives.

Qualifications:

• The position is open to graduates with a Bachelors degree or higher in the fields of international relations, politics, business, diplomacy, law, liberal arts, communications, or closely related subjects.
• The successful applicant will have a strong commitment to human rights, international issues, and a commitment to and understanding of antisemitism.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English are required.
• Additional language skills (particularly German, French, or Spanish) are required.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, and independent and creative thinking.
• At least 5 years of experience working in the Jewish advocacy landscape, or a related field in Europe.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Comfortable working in a remote setting with colleagues across continents and time zones.

Terms and conditions:

• The candidate will be compensated as an independent contractor.
• The contract fee will be based on experience and market rate.
• Flexible start date.
• CAM welcomes candidates based in the EU (passport holder) with a preference for Germany, Belgium, and France.

To apply for this position, please send a CV and cover letter to: sacha@combatantisemitism.org