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
The Alexander Young Leadership cultivate a strong sense of Jewish identity and empowerment among high school students, college students, and young professionals through targeted initiatives and programs. We are shaping the future of global Jewish advocacy by equipping students and young professionals with the tools to counter anti-Israel and antisemitic activities and rhetoric.
Your Impact
The Director of ACCESS Global is responsible for the vision, implementation, and strategic direction of AJC's international program for young professionals. This program engages emerging leaders through transformative leadership development, hands-on advocacy, and philanthropy. The Director will work closely with other AJC departments to oversee the infrastructure of ACCESS Global's lay leadership, programmatic and advocacy initiatives, and the expansion of ACCESS' global footprint. Additionally, the Director will manage the ACCESS Global team, including a small group of regional and global colleagues.
Your Role
- Lead the development and execution of the department's strategy, goals, objectives, and action plans
- Develop, oversee, and facilitate advocacy and outreach programs, projects, initiatives, events, meetings, trainings, and/or missions
- May collaborate with and manage the work of Boards, committees, task forces, or working groups
- Manage and mentor team staff
- Leverage resources to help build awareness of and support for the AJC and department initiatives
- Oversee department fundraising
- Maintain and manage programmatic spending
- Analyze and report on department activities, metrics, and impact
- Serve as consultant, strategic advisor, and subject-matter expert to internal and external stakeholders
- Supervise and conduct research, monitor, and report on developments, issues, and trends impacting the department and AJC priorities
- Develop plans for responding to key issues impacting the department and AJC
- Build coalitions and partnerships
- Represent AJC and the department in the community, at functions, in the media, and in other public forums
- Identify, recruit, and develop leadership talent
- Draft, edit, and disseminate communications resources and materials
- Direct the department's administrative function
Specific to This Role
- Oversee a global program: Identify exceptional Jewish young professionals (ages 22-40), engage them in ACCESS, and transform them into leaders and financial supporters of AJC's mission.
- Expert representation: Serve as AJC's expert voice on issues pertaining to Jewish young professionals, both internally and with external
- Team management: Manage the ACCESS Global team, including relevant regional and international affiliate
- Fundraising strategy: Partner with AJC's National Development Department to create and execute ACCESS' fundraising
- Budget oversight: Design, administer, and oversee the budget for ACCESS
- Leadership integration: Collaborate with various AJC departments to incorporate ACCESS leaders into the larger AJC leadership
- Regional coordination: Work closely with AJC regional offices, in coordination with the Department of Regional Offices, to ensure engagement of young professionals in their regions.
- Event supervision: Oversee the strategy and coordination of national missions and advocacy events for ACCESS
Supervisory Role
Small office/team of 1-3
Education, Training, and Experience
- Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred)
- Requires minimum of 10 years of experience, advanced job skills and knowledge, and advanced leadership skills
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Passion for the mission, goals, and objectives of AJC
- Commitment to AJC’s core values: respect, teamwork, integrity, excellence, and accountability
- Strong managerial skills: ability to motivate and develop individuals and teams, including early career professionals
- Experience in: cultivating and stewarding mid-to-high level donors, engaging foundations, and grant-writing
- Entrepreneurial mindset: able to identify and pursue opportunities
- Professionalism: demonstrates high standards of conduct
- Collaborative ability: work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Excellent communication skills: written, verbal, and listening
- Strong organizational and project management skills: ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
- Multitasking capability: work efficiently in a fast-paced and changing environment
- Flexibility: willing and able to work outside of standard hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends
- Technical proficiency: skilled 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 $110,000 to $145,000, 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
Ready to apply?
Please submit your application to: https://ajchr.wufoo.com/forms/p166s8ji0wyfeck/
AJC is an equal opportunity employer.