Associate Director

American Jewish Committee (AJC); Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

American Jewish Committee (AJC) is seeking an Associate Director to plan and manage department strategies and advocacy initiatives. You will lead programs, engage stakeholders, and help build coalitions to advance AJC’s mission amid evolving policy landscapes.

The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and disciplined program management, with responsibilities spanning events, communications, and donor engagement. Hybrid work is available, with a focus on impact and strategic partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in a leadership or advanced professional role.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work across teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the department's strategy, goals, and action plan.
• Develop, manage, and facilitate advocacy programs, projects, initiatives, events, meetings, trainings, and missions.
• Identify opportunities to expand departmental initiatives beyond existing programs.
• Draft, edit, and disseminate communications resources and materials.
• Build coalitions and partnerships with organizations to advance AJC’s mission.
• Collaborate on fundraising efforts and support donor outreach and reporting.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Project management

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Zoom

Job description

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.

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 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 plan
• 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

Supervisory Role

Individual contributor

Education, Training, and Experience

• Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred)
• Minimum of 8 years of experience, advanced job skills and knowledge, and developing leadership skills

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
• Demonstrates professionalism and high standards of conduct
• Ability to work collaboratively with individuals from diverse background
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and listening)
• Strong organization and project management skills, including the ability to set priorities and meet deadline
• 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

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 $103,000 - $115,000 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