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Assistant Director (P/T Variable)

American Jewish Committee

Philadelphia, PA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$34–$36 Per Hour
SKILLS
Alliance/Partner Management, Communication Skills, Community Relations, Diversity, Establish Priorities, Expense Management, Fundraising, Google Apps, Government, Grant Writing, Illustrating Ability, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Team Player, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Philadelphia, PA
POSTED
Today
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, AJCengages 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 managing work with moderate, but important impact on the organization's mission and goals. Works with regular oversight to solve moderately complex problems and make moderate and significant decisions.

Incumbents manage programs, projects, initiatives, and events that advance AJC's mission and advocacy efforts. Working under direct supervision, this position 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
  • Manage and facilitate advocacy and outreach programs, projects, initiatives, events, meetings, trainings, and/or missions
  • 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 programmatic spending for initiatives they work on
  • Research, monitor, and report on developments, issues, and trends impacting the department and AJC priorities
  • Coordinate, attend, and/or lead meetings
  • 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 AJC and the department in the community, at functions, and in other public forums
  • Draft, edit, and disseminate communications resources and materials
Specific to This Role
  • This is a part-time variable hour job, working 20 to 23 hours a week.
  • This job requires regional travel, therefore having a car is necessary.
Supervisory Role

Individual contributor

Education, Training, and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred)
  • Minimum of 5 years of related work experience and intermediate job skills and knowledge
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 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 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 hourly rate range is $34 to $36 for this position depending on relevant experience and location.

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