Senior Associate

About AJC

American Jewish Committee (AJC) is the global advocacy organization for the Jewish people. From world capitals to college campuses AJC works with leaders across society to stand up for Israel; confront antisemitism no matter the source; and uphold the democratic values that unite the wake of Hamas October 7 attackthe worst massacre of Jews since the HolocaustAJC has mobilized its global network to tackle the unprecedented threats facing world Jewry. Join us. Together we can shape a new future for Israel and the Jewish people.

Your Department

AJCs Regional Offices connect the local communities with AJCs global advocacy work to enhance the well-being of the Jewish people and Israel. We maintain the agencys nationwide presence by attracting leaders and donors to AJC enhancing the organizations 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 Impact

This position makes an impact at AJC by playing a key role in executing assignments impacting a specific department or functional area; may lead significant projects or mentor/train others. Works with light supervision to solve routine and moderately complex problems and make routine and moderately complex decisions.

Incumbents serve the strategic and administrative needs of the assigned department by planning and implementing a variety of programs projects initiatives and events that advance AJCs mission and advocacy efforts. Senior Associates are responsible for executing strategies goals and objectives cultivating relationships and corresponding with strategic contacts coordinating events and meetings and completing research reporting and other administrative tasks.

Your Role

Contribute to the development and execution of the departments strategy goals objectives and action plans
Plan and coordinate advocacy and outreach programs projects initiatives events meetings trainings and/or missions
May support the work of Boards committees task forces or working groups
Assist with development efforts including participation in fundraising initiatives and plans donor outreach providing materials for grant applications and reports and related activities
Maintain and manage programmatic spending for the initiatives they work on
Manage department contact lists records data/databases and reporting
Track department activities metrics and impact
Research monitor and report on developments issues and trends impacting the department and AJC priorities
Support the departments administrative functions (e.g. scheduling note taking data entry record keeping expense reports)
Prepare and communicate pre-and post-meeting information and materials (e.g. agendas briefing background biographies follow-up)
Coordinate and attend meetings
Participate in internal collaboration information-sharing and communications
Develop relationships with relevant external stakeholders and organizations
Communicate and correspond with internal and external stakeholders
Draft edit and disseminate resources and communication materials (e.g. correspondence briefings reports newsletters bulletins website content social media and other materials)

Supervisory Role

Individual contributor

Education Training & Experience

Bachelors degree
Minimum of 4 years of experience and advanced job skills and knowledge

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Passion for the mission goals and objectives of AJC
Committed to AJCs core values: respect teamwork integrity excellence and accountability
Self-starter with the ability to work independently
Demonstrates professionalism and high standards of conduct
Ability to work collaboratively with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Excellent communication skills (written verbal and listening)
Strong organization and time management skills including the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
Excellent attention to detail and follow-through
Capacity to multitask and work in a fast-paced and changing environment
Commitment to continuous learning and improvement
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
A customer service orientation and skill in establishing and strengthening relationships with stakeholders
Skilled in establishing and strengthening relationships with stakeholders
Demonstrates excellent judgment and the ability to make appropriate decisions
Skilled in conducting thorough research
Ability to write clearly persuasively and concisely with excellent editing proofreading and grammar skills
Willing and able to work outside of standard working hours including early mornings evenings and/or weekends
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word Excel Powerpoint and Outlook) Google Suite applications and Zoom

Physical Demands

Office employees:
Remaining in a stationary position often sitting or standing for prolonged periods
Repeating motions that may include the wrists hands and/or fingers
Communicating with others to exchange information
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another

Disclaimers

The 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.

Compensation

Salary range is $60000 to $68000 dependent on relevant experience.

Benefits

Regular Full-time employee benefits:
Medical vision and dental plans
Flexible Spending Account options
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - 15 vacation days per year that increases with continued employment
Paid Holidays (many Federal and major Jewish Holidays)
Hybrid work schedule
403(b) participation after one year of employment
Transit plan
*After applicable waiting or probationary periods have been met

AJC is an equal opportunity employer.