Assistant Director, Program and Advocacy

About AJCAmerican Jewish Committee (AJC) is the global advocacy organization for the Jewish people. We create trusted partnerships with leaders around the world to ensure Jews and Israel are safe and thriving.With an unparalleled reach spanning six continents, AJC engages leaders in more than 110 countries through 40 offices and dozens of partnerships with Jewish communities worldwide. Wherever the Jewish people and Israel need us, AJC is there-empowering leaders in government, education, partner communities, and the private sector to counter antisemitism and act as allies.The challenges we face are global. AJC is leading the global response. Join us.Your DepartmentAJC's Regional Offices connect the local communities with AJC's global advocacy work to enhance the well-being of the Jewish people and Israel. We maintain the agency's nationwide presence by attracting leaders and donors to AJC, enhancing the organization's influence with key local, national, and international decision makers and stakeholders, implementing advocacy initiatives at the state and local level, and establishing and nurturing community relationships.Your ImpactThis position makes an impact at AJC by managing work with moderate, but important impact on the organization's mission and goals. Works with regular oversight to solve moderately complex problems and make moderate and significant decisions.Incumbents manage programs, projects, initiatives, and events that advance AJC's mission and advocacy efforts. Working under direct supervision, this position is responsible for planning and executing departmental strategies, engaging and communicating with influential stakeholders, and building coalitions and partnerships.Your RoleContribute to the development and execution of the department's strategy, goals, objectives, and action plansManage and facilitate advocacy and outreach programs, projects, initiatives, events, meetings, trainings, and/or missionsImplement new opportunities to expand departmental initiatives beyond existing programsMay participate and support the work of Boards, committees, task forces, or working groupsLeverage resources to help build awareness of and support for the AJC and department initiativesMay assist with development efforts, including participation in fundraising initiatives and plans, donor outreach, providing materials for grant applications and reports, and related activitiesMaintain and manage programmatic spending for initiatives they work onResearch, monitor, and report on developments, issues, and trends impacting the department and AJC prioritiesCoordinate, attend, and/or lead meetingsDevelop relationships with and engage strategic contacts, groups, and organizationsSupport the building of coalitions, partnerships, and initiatives with organizations and other external partners to further AJC's missionAssist in representing AJC and the department in the community, at functions, and in other public forumsDraft, edit, and disseminate communications resources and materialsSpecific to This RoleThe successful candidate will bring to the role solid experience managing all aspects of complex programs, including logistics, media, and strategic concerns focused on brand awareness and advocacy enhancement. The new Assistant Director will also be focused on partnership development and other ways that programs can advance the offices strategic goals. Finally, s/he will be prepared to manage other advocacy and organizational initiatives, as required.Supervisory RoleIndividual contributorEducation, Training, and ExperienceBachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred)Minimum of 5 years of related work experience and intermediate job skills and knowledgeKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesPassion for the mission, goals, and objectives of AJCCommitted to AJC's core values: respect, accountability, integrity, innovation, and collaborationDemonstrates professionalism and high standards of conductAbility to work collaboratively with individuals from diverse backgroundsExcellent communication skills (written, verbal, and listening)Strong organization and project management skills, including the ability to set priorities and meet deadlinesCapacity to multitask and work in a fast-paced and changing environmentWilling and able to work outside of standard working hours, including early mornings, evenings, and/or weekendsProficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook), Google Suite applications, and ZoomPhysical DemandsOffice employees:Remaining in a stationary position, often sitting or standing for prolonged periodsRepeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingersCommunicating with others to exchange informationMoving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to anotherDisclaimersThe duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute a contract between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.CompensationThe salary for this position is $72,000 - $82,000 depending on relevant experience and location.BenefitsRegular Full-time employee benefits:Medical, vision, and dental plansFlexible Spending Account optionsGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO) - 15 vacation days per year, that increases with continued employmentPaid Holidays (many Federal and major Jewish Holidays)Hybrid work schedule403(b) participation, after one year of employmentTransit planCompetitive Paid Parental Leave