Assistant Director, Development and Engagement

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 us. In the wake of Hamas’ October 7 attack—the worst massacre of Jews since the Holocaust - AJC 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

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 playing a key role in the fundraising cycle; discovery, identification, cultivation, gift close and stewardship. Incumbents will work closely with AJC lay leaders, staff, and partners to secure resources for AJC's mission by fostering meaningful relationships with donors and prospects. They will serve as an interdepartmental liaison, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration across teams.

Your Role

The Assistant Director will play a critical role in the overall goal of raising significant funds to support AJC's vital work, with specific focus aimed at gifts at the Marshall society level-$1,800-$9,999. The Assistant Director will be responsible for executing strategies, goals, and objectives, cultivating relationships and corresponding with strategic contacts, coordinating events and meetings, and completing research, reporting, and other tasks. This position will also oversee website development and design, contributing to a strong online presence and engaging communications materials.

Events

• Participate in the planning and execution of all fundraising events aiming to raise significant funds while adhering to a strict budget, ensuring successful and cost-effective events that engage donors and contributes to the overall AJC New York fundraising goal.
• Administer all event logistics for fundraising events and manage relationships with external partners, streamlining vent operations and freeing up the Development Director's time for other essential tasks.
• Coordinate event registration, communications, and graphic design tasks for fundraising events, ensuring cohesive and professional event experiences for attendees and donors.
• Encourage engagement with AJC's Donor Recognition Societies, inspiring donors to identify with the organization's giving ladder and contribute to its mission.

Fundraising

• Participate in solicitation at all donor level with specific focus placed on AJC’s Marshall Society (gifts of $1800-9,999).
• Cultivate meaningful relationships in the giving cycle; discovery, identification, cultivation, gift close and stewardship
• Engage in moves management of gifts for current donors and prospecting for future and potential donors to AJC

Communications

• Liaise across departments to develop and implement a marketing and communications plan that maintains a consistent brand and tone. Collaborates across departments to ensure consistency of message and brand on all materials to help drive participant to AJC New York programs and services
• Update the AJC New York website, ensuring it aligns with national branding guidelines and effectively communicates important information to donors
• Develop and implement digital marketing strategies to increase website traffic and engagement to support donor programming
• Work with AJC’s graphics department on visual content to support organizational messaging, marketing materials, events and donor communications

Supervisory Role

Individual contributor

Education, Training, and Experience

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of 5 years of related work 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, 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
• Demonstrates sound judgment and the ability to make appropriate decisions
• Skilled in establishing and strengthening relationships with stakeholders
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook), Google Suite applications, and Zoom
• Willing and able to work outside of standard working hours, including early mornings, evenings, and/or weekends

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 to $80,000 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

*After applicable waiting or probationary periods have been met

Ready to apply?

Please submit your application to: https://ajchr.wufoo.com/forms/p1yt91d90oztc1g/

AJC is an equal opportunity employer.