Assistant Director Public Affairs

POSITION TITLE: Assistant Director, Public Affairs

REPORTS TO: Vice President, Public Affairs and Special Initiatives

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: May serve as supervisor for interns

LOCATION: Anywhere ADL has offices

Grade/Class: Grade E, Exempt, PSA-Eligible

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

ADL is the leading anti-hate organization in the world. Founded in 1913 to protect the Jewish people, ADL works to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and secure justice and fair treatment to all. In the face of rising antisemitism and extremism, we protect, advocate, and educate, through a mix of programs and services using the latest innovations and technology, and seek to create a world without hate. More at www.adl.org. 

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Assistant Director, Public Affairs, will focus on project management, research and analysis, and program development for a broad range of Public Affairs core projects, including Ratings and Assessments Institute, Campus Initiatives, Public Affairs, and Volunteer Advocacy and Community Mobilizations.

Primary:

• Independently design, implement, and manage the full lifecycle of cross-functional projects aligned with Public Affairs and Special Initiatives, establishing strategic project plans, setting key milestones, and driving execution to meet all deadlines.
• Monitor and evaluate project outcomes using data visualization tools and dashboards, including tracking and analyzing the impact of volunteer-led advocacy campaigns.
• Research, analyze, and support the drafting of projects for RAI, CCAE, Public Affairs and Volunteer Advocacy and Community Mobilizations teams.
• Provide written and oral briefings to Public Affairs and Special Initiatives for team leadership.
• Represent Public Affairs and Special Initiatives at meetings, conferences, and other events as needed.
• Provide support for budgeting processes, contract approvals, vendor management, and personnel onboarding, in collaboration with finance and other teams.
• Support digital efforts to mobilize the ADL community and its allies in support of policy efforts, including digital activations like Calls to Action, social media campaigns, etc.

This job description provides a general overview of the role and its key responsibilities. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, and ADL reserves the right to assign additional tasks as needed.

Skills:

• Project management, administrative, and organizational skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to plan, prioritize, and execute work efficiently.
• Strong computer skills (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Airtable, and Salesforce).
• Ability to research and translate research to advocacy is preferred.
• Analytical, with a solutions mindset, and customer service orientation.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and follow-up.

Attributes:

• High levels of tact, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
• Calm and thoughtful under pressure.
• Team player.
• Anticipates needs and is proactive.
• Passion for ADL’s mission.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Several years’ experience supporting policy development, advocacy, electoral work, social impact design, or program management in a mission-driven organization.
• Demonstrable experience working with advocacy campaigns and volunteer mobilization efforts preferred.

EDUCATION:

• An associate’s degree or equivalent experience is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• ADL is a hybrid environment; this role will require 3 days in the office.

COMPENSATION:

• This position has a salary range of $70,000-$80,000. This salary range is reflective of a position based in New York, New York. Please note that actual salaries are commensurate with experience and reflect the budget for a given position, and since ADL has a location-based compensation structure, there may be a different range for candidates in other locations. For an overview of our total rewards package, please visit https://www.adl.org/about/careers.

ADL aims to create a working environment where every employee can thrive professionally.  Our mission-driven work is best accomplished in an environment that supports belonging. ADL values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages people of all races, religions, nationalities, genders, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply. ADL is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, promotions and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment shall be maintained in a manner which does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or military status, or in violation of any applicable Federal, state or local laws.      

ADL will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation to support the interview process, please contact the People & Culture department at talentacquisition@adl.org.      

ADL will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable State, Local, and Federal laws.   

The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job, nor is it to be interpreted as a contract for employment.