J Street
Position Overview
Event Coordinator
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J Street
Reports to: Director of Events. Full‑time, non‑exempt. Location: Washington, DC (hybrid or in‑person). Start date: As soon as possible.
We are seeking a highly organized, detail‑oriented Events Coordinator to support the planning and execution of national programs and other marquee events such as the National Convention, Leadership Summits, Student Leadership Summits, and regional programming.
Key Responsibilities
Event & Program Logistics
– Support planning and execution of large‑scale national events, liaise with venues and vendors, compile rooming lists, organize programming information, and coordinate day‑of logistics.
Day‑of Event Support
– Provide staffing, troubleshoot, and attendee services on event days.
Student Programming Coordination
– Serve as the key logistics contact for J Street’s student programming, collaborating with the J Street U team on the annual Student Leadership Summit and regional speaker tours.
Additional Event Support
– Assist with end‑of‑year fundraising events, VIP speaker tours, Policy Center Events, and PAC events as needed.
Project Coordination
– Manage multi‑departmental event planning processes from start to finish, developing and maintaining detailed work plans and timelines in collaboration with internal teams.
Data Management
– Build and manage event registration forms using Eventbrite, maintain accurate event data in Salesforce, track and manage event data metrics, assist in improving data collection systems, and support post‑event evaluations.
Administrative Support
– Provide general administrative and logistical support to the Events team and other organization teams as related to events, programming, and logistics.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Experience (paid or volunteer) in event planning and/or project coordination.
High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and professionalism.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities efficiently.
Strong data skills and interest in data organization and systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Relational and able to work with many different types of people.
A passion for organization, problem solving, and logistics.
Comfort working across teams and balancing cross‑departmental needs.
A genuine desire to support others with a service‑oriented mindset and to contribute in a thoughtful, behind‑the‑scenes way.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with others.
Good humor and resilience in fast‑paced environments.
Alignment with and interest in J Street’s mission and issue areas, including U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East and the Israeli‑Palestinian conflict.
Nice to Haves
Experience managing data sets and presenting data to varied stakeholders.
Extensive knowledge of Middle East U.S. relations, Israeli‑Palestinian conflict, and related policy landscape.
Familiarity with GSuite, Salesforce, and Eventbrite.
Experience with virtual event platforms and basic A/V tech.
Compensation and Benefits Salary: $55,000 – $60,000 per year.
Unlimited personal time off, accrued sick leave, sabbatical leave
Generous parental and family leave, up to 12 weeks
Paid time off on many federal and Jewish holidays
Employer‑contributed health, dental, and vision insurance
Company‑paid life insurance
401(k) program with employer match
Pre‑tax benefits: commuter benefits, flexible spending account
Location and Travel Based in Washington, DC. Hybrid schedule or in‑office, depending on candidate preference. Role requires in‑person attendance at key national events and occasional travel (up to twice per year) for multi‑day programs.
Physical Requirements The position may involve moderate physical activity, including lifting and carrying boxes, standing for extended periods, and assisting with setup or breakdown of event spaces. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities. Proof of up‑to‑date COVID‑19 vaccination is required.
How to Apply
Cover Letter (optional)
Answers to three short questions:
Why do you want to work at J Street?
Describe an event you organized (paid or volunteer), your role, and how you worked with a group of people.
Explain how you have balanced multiple tasks and competing priorities when planning events.
Resume
List of three references
This position is available immediately and will be filled as quickly as possible.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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 serves 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.
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J Street
Reports to: Director of Events. Full‑time, non‑exempt. Location: Washington, DC (hybrid or in‑person). Start date: As soon as possible.
We are seeking a highly organized, detail‑oriented Events Coordinator to support the planning and execution of national programs and other marquee events such as the National Convention, Leadership Summits, Student Leadership Summits, and regional programming.
Key Responsibilities
Event & Program Logistics
– Support planning and execution of large‑scale national events, liaise with venues and vendors, compile rooming lists, organize programming information, and coordinate day‑of logistics.
Day‑of Event Support
– Provide staffing, troubleshoot, and attendee services on event days.
Student Programming Coordination
– Serve as the key logistics contact for J Street’s student programming, collaborating with the J Street U team on the annual Student Leadership Summit and regional speaker tours.
Additional Event Support
– Assist with end‑of‑year fundraising events, VIP speaker tours, Policy Center Events, and PAC events as needed.
Project Coordination
– Manage multi‑departmental event planning processes from start to finish, developing and maintaining detailed work plans and timelines in collaboration with internal teams.
Data Management
– Build and manage event registration forms using Eventbrite, maintain accurate event data in Salesforce, track and manage event data metrics, assist in improving data collection systems, and support post‑event evaluations.
Administrative Support
– Provide general administrative and logistical support to the Events team and other organization teams as related to events, programming, and logistics.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Experience (paid or volunteer) in event planning and/or project coordination.
High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and professionalism.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities efficiently.
Strong data skills and interest in data organization and systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Relational and able to work with many different types of people.
A passion for organization, problem solving, and logistics.
Comfort working across teams and balancing cross‑departmental needs.
A genuine desire to support others with a service‑oriented mindset and to contribute in a thoughtful, behind‑the‑scenes way.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with others.
Good humor and resilience in fast‑paced environments.
Alignment with and interest in J Street’s mission and issue areas, including U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East and the Israeli‑Palestinian conflict.
Nice to Haves
Experience managing data sets and presenting data to varied stakeholders.
Extensive knowledge of Middle East U.S. relations, Israeli‑Palestinian conflict, and related policy landscape.
Familiarity with GSuite, Salesforce, and Eventbrite.
Experience with virtual event platforms and basic A/V tech.
Compensation and Benefits Salary: $55,000 – $60,000 per year.
Unlimited personal time off, accrued sick leave, sabbatical leave
Generous parental and family leave, up to 12 weeks
Paid time off on many federal and Jewish holidays
Employer‑contributed health, dental, and vision insurance
Company‑paid life insurance
401(k) program with employer match
Pre‑tax benefits: commuter benefits, flexible spending account
Location and Travel Based in Washington, DC. Hybrid schedule or in‑office, depending on candidate preference. Role requires in‑person attendance at key national events and occasional travel (up to twice per year) for multi‑day programs.
Physical Requirements The position may involve moderate physical activity, including lifting and carrying boxes, standing for extended periods, and assisting with setup or breakdown of event spaces. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities. Proof of up‑to‑date COVID‑19 vaccination is required.
How to Apply
Cover Letter (optional)
Answers to three short questions:
Why do you want to work at J Street?
Describe an event you organized (paid or volunteer), your role, and how you worked with a group of people.
Explain how you have balanced multiple tasks and competing priorities when planning events.
Resume
List of three references
This position is available immediately and will be filled as quickly as possible.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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 serves 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.
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