Regional Director, West Coast Florida

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.

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, 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 on AJC by planning, overseeing, and developing work with significant impact on the organization's mission and goals; manages a small team and revenue goals of at least $2 million. Incumbents 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, the role is responsible for outreach and engagement with high‑level stakeholders, building coalitions, and serving as a subject‑matter expert and advisor.

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 build awareness and support for 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

Build and execute strategies for AJC expansion outside of Sarasota to include Naples, Longboat Key, and potentially Tampa

Ability to travel 10-15% of the time outside of the immediate location

Serve as regional spokesperson for AJC in the West Coast of Florida to media, elected officials, community leaders, and religious leaders

Manage a portfolio of significant major donors

Assist in building the strategy for AJC supporters and donors who live in multiple locations including Florida

Supervisory Role
Small office/team of 1-3

Education, Training, And Experience

Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred)

Minimum of 10 years of experience, proficient to advanced job skills and knowledge, and proficient leadership skills

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

Demonstrates professionalism and high standards of conduct

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, Outlook), Google Suite applications, and Zoo

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 $145,000 – $165,000 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 (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

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