Event Coordinator

Event Coordinator

J Street is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Events Coordinator to join our growing team. This position plays a key role in supporting the successful planning and execution of national programs and other marquee events - including our National Convention, Leadership Summits, Student Leadership Summits, and other regional programming.

Working under the supervision of the Director of Events, the Events Coordinator will assist in managing the logistics and data infrastructure that underpin J Street's high-impact events. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or someone early in their career who enjoys event and project planning, working cross functionally, and enjoys working on a high functioning and knowledgeable team. This position is ideal for someone looking to grow within an event or project management career while advancing progressive advocacy in their everyday work.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of large-scale national events including liaising with venues and vendors, compiling rooming lists, organizing programming information, and coordinating day-of logistics.
• Provide day-of event support including staffing, troubleshooting, and attendee services.
• Serve as the key logistics contact for J Street's student programming by collaborating with the J Street U team on their annual Student Leadership Summit and various regional programming and speaker tours throughout the year.
• Provide support for other key events, including end-of-year fundraising events, VIP speaker tours, J Street Policy Center Events, and J Street PAC events as needed.

Project Coordination

Data Management

Administrative Support

Required Qualifications, Characteristics and Skills

Nice to Haves

Organization

J Street is the political home for pro-Israel, pro-peace, pro-democracy Americans working for the future of Israel as the democratic homeland of the Jewish people. The organization believes that preserving Israel's Jewish and democratic character depends on achieving a two-state solution, resulting in a Palestinian state living alongside Israel in peace and security.

J Street focuses its work in three main areas : (1) Advocating and demonstrating support for pro-Israel, pro-peace policies in Congress, the media and the Jewish community; (2) Endorsing and raising money for federal candidates who share J Street's agenda; and (3) Educating the public and raising awareness of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the two-state solution.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this full-time non-exempt position is $55,000-$60,000. Per J Street's Collective Bargaining Agreement, pay and title are commensurate with experience and according to pay bands outlined in our CBA. J Street recognizes a staff bargaining unit affiliated with IFPTE Local 70, a union for non-profit workers. This position is included in J Street's bargaining unit and is covered under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes :

Location and On-Site Work Needs

This position is based in Washington, DC and may be performed on a hybrid schedule or primarily in-office, depending on the candidate's preference. Regardless of schedule, the role requires in-person attendance at key national events and occasional travel (up to twice per year) for multi-day programs.

Physical Requirements

This position may involve moderate physical activity, including lifting and carrying boxes or materials, standing for extended periods during events or load-out, and assisting with setup or breakdown of event spaces. While these tasks are not constant, they may occur regularly as part of essential duties. J Street will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. To prioritize the health and safety of all employees, J Street requires proof of up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination. J Street will engage in an interactive process and consider reasonable accommodations for employees who are unable to receive the vaccine due to a disability, medical advice, or sincerely held religious beliefs.

To Apply

We are excited to receive applications from a broad range of applicants as we grow our organization to better reflect the diversity of the communities that care about our mission. Please submit the items listed below :

This position is available immediately. Applications are being accepted now and the position will be filled as quickly as possible.

At J Street we value an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to understanding and valuing each other's perspectives at all levels of the organization thereby creating a culture that allows us to better serve our employees, and the communities we work with. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one's employment and fellowship, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.