About this opportunity
American Jewish Committee (AJC) lists this Regional Director opportunity in cleveland, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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.
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‑size staff and revenue goals of $1 million. Works with significant latitude to solve complex problems and make strategically important decisions impacting the region.
Individuals at this level develop and oversee strategies, programs, projects, initiatives, and events that advance AJC’s mission and advocacy efforts. Working with significant latitude and autonomy, this position is responsible for outreach and engagement with high‑level stakeholders, building coalitions and partnerships, and serving as a subject‑matter expert and advisor. This position is accountable for expanding the scope and impact of initiatives, developing program support and resources, and representing AJC in a variety of public forums.
Your Role
Lead the development and execution of the region's strategy, goals, objectives, and action plans
Develop, oversee, and facilitate advocacy and outreach programs, projects, initiatives, events, meetings, trainings, and/or missions
Collaborate with and manage the work of Boards, committees, task forces, or working groups
Manage and mentor team staff
Identify, research, cultivate, engage, solicit, and steward existing donors and new prospects
Leverage resources to help build awareness of and support for the AJC and department initiatives
Lead financial development efforts, including fundraising initiatives, donor outreach, meeting fundraising goals, and related activities
Oversee and maintain accurate financial records and budgets
Create reports and analyze 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
Direct the department's administrative functions
Develop relationships with and engage high‑level strategic contacts, groups, and organizations
Represent AJC and the department in the community, at functions, in the media, and in other public forums
Identify, recruit, and develop leadership talent
Collaborate on efforts to expand and enhance the regional presence through marketing and communications strategy
Draft, edit, and disseminate communications resources and materials
Specific to This Role
Knowledge and familiarity with local, state and national politics, and the civic and religious landscape of Cleveland and the northern portion of the State of Ohio
Experience working in partnership with other Jewish and non‑Jewish organizations in order to balance the needs of implementing AJC’s nonpartisan mission in an established Jewish community with other strong legacy Jewish institutions
Leading and managing large fundraising and community events
Convener and bridgebuilder between AJC Cleveland and Cleveland’s interfaith and community leaders
Connector of Cleveland’s Jewish community to AJC’s work around the global mission to ensure Jews and Israel are safe and thriving
History of proven success in nurturing and growing relationships in the corporate, interfaith and leadership communities, fundraising within the Jewish community, and working collaboratively with legacy Jewish institutions
Proficiency in event planning and execution
Ability to drive 2–6 hours
Supervisory Role
Small office/team of 1–3
Education, Training, And Experience
Bachelor's degree.
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
Particularly customer‑service oriented
Knowledge of political and institutional processes and diplomacy
Proficiency in Hebrew is a plus
Capacity to work on multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and set priorities
Strong attention to detail
Excellent written, verbal, listening and communication skills; fluency in written and spoken English
A demonstrated commitment to the highest ethical standards and values consistent with those of AJC
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 $125,000 - $140,000, depending on relevant experience.
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
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Worksite address
cleveland, OH, 44101, US
Who can apply
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