Special Projects Coordinator

Bobbi & Barry Lewis Jewish Community Center; West Nyack (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bobbi & Barry Lewis Jewish Community Center seeks a Special Projects Coordinator to oversee cultural, educational, and Jewish/Israeli events. The role ensures programming meets membership needs and that space is used efficiently across programs while upholding the JCC mission.

The role involves budgeting, sponsorship coordination, collateral creation, and collaboration with the Marketing Director to engage the community and manage event logistics.

Qualifications

• Experience with event planning and/or cultural/Jewish programming.
• Ability to work nights and weekends on a regular basis.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher and Access.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate the programs and projects as assigned.
• Database management for all events.
• Coordinate sponsorships for all events.
• Manage logistics and flow for all events, including transportation and hotel accommodations when applicable.
• Develop and monitor budgets for all programs and events; work with leadership on funding opportunities.
• Outreach to the community, synagogues and other organizations.
• Create collateral pieces using the JCC brand for all events in coordination with Marketing Director.
• Purchase supplies, equipment, and food necessary for events.
• Write copy for emails, newsletters, and website.
• Work closely with chairs and committees on developing programs.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Organization skills

Event planning

Cultural/Jewish programming

Job description

Special Projects Coordinator
Bobbi & Barry Lewis Jewish Community Center
450 West Nyack Road
West Nyack, NY 10994

Job Summary: Under the supervision of the Chief Operating Officer, responsible for the management and coordination cultural, educational, and Jewish/Israeli events. The coordinator works to assure that (1) programming is fulfilling the current needs of our membership and community, (2) that program space is utilized efficiently and effectively and in collaboration with other agency/department programs and (3) the mission and brand of the JCC is fulfilled at all times.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate the programs and projects as assigned.
• Database management for all events.
• Sponsor coordination for all events.
• Manage logistics and flow for all events, including transportation and hotel accommodations when applicable.
• Develop and monitor budgets for all programs and events. Work with Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer on finding funding opportunities for programs and events.
• Outreach to the general community, synagogues and other community organizations.
• Develop collateral pieces utilizing the JCC brand for all events in coordination with Marketing Director.
• Purchase supplies, equipment, and food necessary for events.
• Write copy for emails, newsletters, and website.
• Work closely with chairpeople and lay committees on developing programs.

Responsibilities may be changed as the needs of the JCC change. This would be done with prior consultation with the Chief Operating Officer.

Specialized Skills and Competencies

• In depth knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, Access).
• Excellent communication and verbal skills.
• Excellent organization skills, and the ability to move several projects forward at a time.

Minimum Qualifications:

Job Qualifications

Experience with event planning and/or cultural/Jewish programming required. Ability to work nights and weekends on a regular basis.