Senior Associate, Operations & Education Development

AJC (American Jewish Committee) 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.

About the role

The Senior Associate, Operations and Education Development will be a key team member in AJC New England, providing essential operational and administrative support for the regional office. This role coordinates functions and provides support for external relations, office operations, educational programming, advocacy, and other projects. The successful candidate must be highly organized, energetic, and flexible to handle multiple assignments in a fast-moving dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Education Development (33%)
  • Manage the recruitment process and logistics for the Leaders for Tomorrow (LFT) program
  • Co-facilitate AJC New England’s LFT program
  • Steward and engage LFT alumni, connecting them to relevant AJC programs and resources
  • Organize LFT parents' events to engage them in AJC’s work
  • Manage the LFT Committee in collaboration with the Alexander Assistant Director
  • Assist with Campus or ACCESS programs as needed
• Programs and External Relations (33%)
  • Serve as a deputy to the Assistant Regional Director, supporting regional outreach and programmatic planning
  • Plan and contract venues, catering, security, and other event logistics
  • Maintain project and office budgets
  • Lead logistical planning and engagement for Board and Global Advocacy Circle meetings, as well as relevant committees, task forces, and working groups
  • Support the tracking of KPIs and quantifiable measurements of success
  • Liaise with lay leaders, donors, and volunteers
  • Track and document constituents, engagement, and attributes for all non-fundraising events and non-leadership pipeline programs in Raiser’s Edge
• Office Management (33%)
  • Handle all facility/office-related issues (landlord, security, IT, supplies, etc.) and manage vendor relationships
  • Answer the main office phone, take messages, monitor and maintain office and community calendars, and keep inventory of supplies
  • Maintain correspondence, documentation files, including financial reports, relating to regional office projects and programs
  • Code and file expense reports related to office procurement and corporate purchasing cards monthly
  • Provide administrative support for general staff as needed
  • Step in to support additional projects and advance office goals
• Perform other tasks as needed to support overall office effectiveness
• Participate in the development of the annual strategic plan
• Provide communication support

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of 4 years of experience with proficient job skills and knowledge

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, tact, and diplomacy
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint, and readiness to learn new software such as RE, email, and web platforms
• Experience/comfort troubleshooting office computer equipment preferred (PCs, laptops, printers, copiers)
• Event planning and management experience preferred
• Well-developed organizational and time management skills
• Dependable and appreciative of the need to preserve confidentiality
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• A self-starter, willing to take the initiative
• A team player as well as able to work independently
• Ability to work quickly and effectively under pressure and juggle multiple tasks
• Passion for the mission of AJC
• Pride and professionalism in work accomplishments
• A demonstrated commitment to high ethical standards and values

Physical Demands

• 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

Pay

The salary for this position is $67,000 – $72,000 depending on relevant experience and location.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental plans
• Flexible Spending Account options
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - 15 vacation days per year, increasing 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)