Associate Director

Global Jewish Advocacy; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental plans

Flexible Spending Account options

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

403(b) participation

Job summary

Global Jewish Advocacy in Los Angeles is seeking an Associate Director responsible for planning and executing advocacy initiatives and building partnerships. This role involves engaging with community leaders and influencing stakeholders to support AJC's mission. The ideal candidate possesses at least 8 years of experience, excellent communication and project management skills, and a passion for the organization's goals. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in advocacy or community work.
• Passion for the mission and goals of AJC.
• Demonstrates professionalism and high standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage advocacy initiatives and programs.
• Engage with influential stakeholders to achieve AJC objectives.
• Conduct outreach to the legislative community.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong organization and project management skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Leadership skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Zoom

Job description

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 are 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 makes an impact at AJC by planning and managing work with significant impact on the organization's mission and goals; may supervise direct reports. Works with moderate latitude to solve moderately complex and complex problems and make significant impact decisions.

Incumbents plan and manage programs, projects, initiatives, and events that advance AJC’s mission and advocacy efforts. Working with autonomy, an Associate Director is responsible for planning and executing departmental strategies, engaging and communicating with influential stakeholders, and building coalitions and partnerships.

Your Role

• Contribute to the development and execution of the department's strategy, goals, objectives, and action plans.
• Develop, manage, and facilitate advocacy and outreach programs, projects, initiatives, events, meetings, trainings, and/or missions.
• Identify and implement new opportunities to expand departmental initiatives beyond existing programs.
• May participate and support the work of Boards, committees, task forces, or working groups.
• Leverage resources to help build awareness of and support for the AJC and department initiatives.
• May 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 team’s programmatic spending.
• Create reports and analyze programmatic activities, metrics, and impact.
• Research, monitor, and report on developments, issues, and trends impacting the department and AJC priorities.
• Provide guidance to AJC colleagues.
• Coordinate, attend, and/or lead meetings, provide input, identify and discuss issues, and develop action plans / next steps.
• Develop relationships with and engage strategic contacts, groups, and organizations.
• Support the building of coalitions, partnerships, and initiatives with organizations and other external partners to further AJC’s mission.
• Assist in representing the AJC and the department in the community, at functions, and in other public forums.
• May identify, recruit, cultivate, and develop leadership prospects.
• Collaborate on efforts to expand and enhance the department’s presence through marketing and communications strategy.
• Draft, edit, and disseminate communications resources and materials.

Specific to This Role

The Associate Director plans and manages programs, projects, initiatives, and events that advance AJC’s mission and advocacy efforts. In collaboration with the Regional Director, while working autonomously, this position is responsible for planning and executing departmental strategies, engaging with influential stakeholders, and building coalitions and partnerships. This position is responsible for conducting outreach and engagement to the legislative community, supporting fund raising efforts, and enhancing and expanding AJC Los Angeles presence locally through engagement of community leaders. The position works in collaboration with the Regional Director and National AJC staff to stay abreast of news/media related to AJC priority issues helping to establish a presence locally.

Supervisory Role

Small office/team of 1‑3.

Education, Training, and Experience

• Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred).
• Minimum of 8 years of experience, advanced job skills, knowledge, and developing leadership skills.
• Passion for the mission, goals, and objectives of AJC.
• Committed to AJC’s core values: respect, accountability, integrity, innovation, and collaboration.
• 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.
• 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 weekend.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook), Google Suite applications, and Zoom.

Physical Demands

• 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 $100,000 - $125,000 depending on relevant experience and location.

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).
• 403(b) participation, after one year of employment.

*After applicable waiting or probationary periods have been met.