About AJCAmerican 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 DepartmentAJC'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, overseeing, and developing work with significant impact on the organization's mission and goals; manages a small team. Works with significant latitude to solve complex problems and make strategically important decisions impacting the department. The incumbent develops and oversees strategies for enhancing development campaigns, initiatives, and events to secure financial resources to support the agency's mission and activities, typically within an assigned Region. Working with autonomy, this position is responsible for identifying, researching, cultivating, engaging, soliciting, and stewarding existing donors and new prospects, managing fundraising events, and serving as a Development advisor and subject-matter expert. This position is accountable for expanding the scope and impact of development. Your RollLead the development and execution of the assigned region's/department's strategy, goals, objectives, and action plans Develop, oversee, and facilitate fundraising campaigns, programs, events, and initiatives Identify, research, cultivate, engage, solicit, and steward existing donors and new prospects Collaborate with and manage the work of Boards, committees, task forces, or working groups Manage and mentor assigned team staff, if relevant Leverage resources to help build awareness of and support for the AJC and Development initiatives Oversee and maintain accurate financial records and budgets for development-related programs and events Create reports and analyze department activities, metrics, and impact Advise, and support assigned Departments or Regional Offices with development strategies, activities, initiatives, and processes Develop relationships with and engage strategic contacts, groups, and organizations Design and disseminate reports and marketing resources to cultivate donor interest and secure funding Supervisory RoleSmall office/team of 1-3Education, Training, and Experience Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferredMinimum of 10 years of related work experienceKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesPassion for the mission, goals, and objectives of AJCCommitted to AJC's core values: respect, teamwork, integrity, excellence, and accountability Fundraising experience 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 Demonstrates financial literacy and the ability to contribute to the fiscal health of the organization 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 Ability to direct, motivate, and develop individuals and/or teams 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 DisclaimersThe 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 $155,000 to $180,000 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 schedule403(b) participation, after one year of employment
- Transit plan
- Competitive Paid Parental Leave*After applicable waiting or probationary periods have been met
