Assistant Director, Policy & Programs International Office
AJC Central Europe
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
CEI as part of AJC's International Offices connects international communities with AJC’s global advocacy work to enhance the well-being of the Jewish people and Israel. They maintain the agency's overseas presence by connecting with key world leaders, enhancing the organization’s influence with other key local, national, and international decision makers and stakeholders, implementing advocacy initiatives and establishing and nurturing relationships with the local Jewish communities.
Your Impact
This position makes an impact at AJC by planning and managing work with moderate impact on the organization's mission and goals. Works with regular oversight to solve moderately complex problems and make significant impact decisions.
Incumbents in this job work to strengthen the Central Europe Institute (CEI) advocacy efforts through programming, research, outreach to CEI stakeholder institutions, and handling social media and website.
Your Role
Advocacy:
Monitor activity in 7 countries on issues relevant to AJC’s advocacy – Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary. Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia
Continuously develop knowledge of AJC’s key advocacy positions and have a good understanding of the underlying issues to be able to suggest relevant programs and speakers
Support the Director in presenting these positions effectively to government officials, members of civil society and other key stakeholders, including diplomats and Members of applicable Parliaments and/or their staffs
Stay abreast of and report to the Director and other staff on current events related to the Middle East, and in particular Israel
Stay informed on diplomatic, political and Jewish communal matters in the regions’ 7 countries
Assist in the identification and relationship development of key potential partners and other stakeholders throughout the region.
Accompany the Director to meetings with key stakeholders
Produce initial drafts of position papers, briefing documents, talking points and communication materials on key AJC advocacy focus areas
Programming:
Research and identify areas of potential impact
Prepare research and background briefings on key diplomatic issues
Organize and execute conferences, panel discussions, and background briefings, where appropriate
Create write-ups of events for the website
Identify and contact speakers in coordination with the Director
Communications:
Transition into leading the Twitter account for CEI.
Draft press releases, as requested
Continue to enhance CEI webpage as part of AJC”s website
Supervisory Role
Individual contributor
Education, Training, and Experience
Master’s degree
Minimum of 7 years of related work experience in Government Institutes, Think Tank, Diplomacy, NGOs or related
Intermediate job skills and knowledge
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Polished and professional demeanor and work ethic
Fluent in English (both written and spoken)
Native in one of the following languages: Polish, Czech, Slovak, Hungarian, Lithuanian, Latvian or Estonian
Ability to travel internationally
Passion for the mission, goals, and objectives of AJC and Israel
Committed to AJC’s core values: respect, accountability, integrity, innovation, and collaboration
Demonstrates professionalism and high standards of conduct
Ability to work collaboratively with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and listening)
Self-starter with the ability to work independently
Excellent attention to detail and follow-through
Capacity to multitask and work in a fast-paced and changing environment
Proficient analytical skills, including the ability to examine, interpret, and evaluate data
Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail, ensuring that all projects are executed to the highest standard.
Relationship Building: Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with AJC’s partners, stakeholders, and donors, fostering collaboration and trust.
Discretion and Integrity: A commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards and values consistent with those of AJC, with a strong sense of discretion in handling sensitive information.
Diplomatic Understanding: A deep understanding of international diplomacy, global affairs, the Middle East and Israel with focus on issues relevant to AJC’s mission, with a passion for advocacy and public service.
Proficient 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 17,000 to 20,000 PLN per month depending on relevant experience.
