Director, Advancement & Engagement

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, 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 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 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 initiatives.

Your Role   

• Lead 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 organizationsDesign and disseminate reports and marketing resources to cultivate donor interest and secure funding

Specific to This Role  

• Build and grow a dynamic pipeline of donors and prospects, including individuals with the capacity for leadership-level gifts ($10,000+), and help guide them along a meaningful engagement journe


• Develop and nurture strong, personal relationships with donors, serving as a trusted partner and advancing connections from initial engagement through long-term support


• Partner with leadership to implement a thoughtful and strategic fundraising plan that aligns donor interests with AJC’s mission and priorities


• Engage regularly with donors through meetings and events, identifying opportunities to deepen relationships, welcome new supporters, and grow existing commitment


• Maintain clear and organized records of donor engagement and activity, and collaborate across teams to maximize opportunities through programs, events, and leadership involvement

Supervisory Role    

Medium office/team of 4-7

Education, Training, and Experience   

• Bachelor's degree


• Minimum 10 years relevant work experience.

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

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

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 $155,000 - $175,000 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