Assistant Director, Events

Ajc; Columbus (KS); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental plans

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

PTO 15 days per year

Paid holidays

Hybrid work schedule

403(b) retirement plan

Transit plan

Paid parental leave

Job summary

American Jewish Committee (AJC) in South Florida seeks an Assistant Director of Events to plan and execute regional and signature events, working with fundraising teams in Miami, Broward, and Palm Beach to ensure high‑impact experiences.

The role covers budgets, vendor negotiations, kosher and dietary needs, and close collaboration with internal stakeholders to deliver memorable gatherings for diverse communities.

Qualifications

• BA degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of related work experience.
• CMP credentials are a plus.
• Working knowledge of CRM and other donor related tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, oversee, and execute events in the South Florida region.
• Manage budgets, F&B, transportation, vendor management and contracts.
• Coordinate with local and national staff for event promotion and media needs.

Skills

Event planning

Budgeting

Vendor management

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Staff coordination

Time management

Education

BA degree

CMP credentials

Tools

Cvent

CRM

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Job description

South Florida (preferably in Broward, Dade or South Palm Beach)

About AJC

American 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 is global. AJC is leading the global response. Join us.

Your Department

AJC'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 Impact

This position advances AJC's mission by planning, overseeing, and developing work that directly supports the organization's strategic goals; may have no direct reports or manage a small team. The role exercises significant latitude to solve moderately complex challenges and make decisions with meaningful departmental impact.

The Assistant Director will serve as a key partner in the planning, coordination, and execution of AJC's signature and regional events in South Florida working closely with the fundraising teams in Miami Broward and Palm Beach offices and other internal stakeholders to ensure seamless, high-impact experiences.

Your Role

This team member provides event production and logistics expertise in the planning and execution of events for AJC in the region.

Responsibilities are centered on managing key elements of event operations (budgets, F&B, transportation, vendor management) for multi-size events, creating and managing event and department budgets, vendor and venue searches and contract negotiations, and problem-solving unique project challenges. This role will leverage learnings and tools from the Global Events team, as well as the applicable regional offices.

Core responsibilities:

• Support event choreography and logistics, including coordination of venue space and set ups, liaising with vendors, onsite supervision, function as key support staff, and troubleshoot needs for all regional events.
• Engage with vendors during events, including sourcing and overseeing vendors, contract negotiation, co-creating routes and schedules, and coordinating execution of services onsite.
• Create and manage event budgets, including research and projections, payment authorization, invoice follow up and reconciliation.
• Manage Kosher and other Food and Beverage programs, including vendor and venue research, and managing dietary restrictions needs for all participants. Maintain menu inclusivity policy for all relevant events.
• Ensure that post-event close out occurs in a timely and efficient fashion including uploading guests to Raisers Edge, collaborating with colleagues on individual follow up needs, and tracking payments and gifts.
• Coordinate with local and national staff on event promotion and media needs.
• Coordinate with speakers and presenters for each event on logistics.
• Review and negotiate contracts for hotels, restaurants, and other venues, as well as supplier contracts for event related services.
• Conduct venue research and site inspections.
• Support host committees and lay leader engagement as directed.

Additional responsibilities:

• Assist in identifying staffing needs onsite; assist in defining and communicating roles and responsibilities.
• Assist customers and access reports through the registration software (Cvent) and other software.
• Research and work with external vendors to manage special projects.
• Support post-event activities including debrief memos and creating an event archive.
• Assist with set-up and break-down of events, as well as onsite production as necessary.
• Special projects as assigned.

Supervisory Role

Individual contributor

Education, Training, and Experience

• BA degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience and intermediate job skills and knowledge.
• Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) credentials are a plus.
• Working knowledge of CRM and other donor related tools.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Passion for the mission, goals, and objectives of AJC
• Committed to AJC's core values: respect, accountability, integrity, innovation, and collaboration
• Passion for event-based work with experience in some of the following strongly preferred: event planning, catering and banquet services, hospitality industry.
• Thorough knowledge of kosher dietary laws.
• 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 project management skills, including the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• A self-starter, willing to take the initiative. Capacity to multitask and work in a fast-paced and changing environment
• Willing and able to work outside of standard working hours, including early mornings, evenings, and/or weekends
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook), Google Suite applications, and Zoom
• Must have knowledge of Cvent and relevant event software. Cvent certification is a plus.

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

The salary for this position is $65,000 - $75,000 depending on relevant experience and location.

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
• Competitive Paid Parental Leave

*After applicable waiting or probationary periods have been met