Director's Implementation Coordinator

Director's Implementation Coordinator

Friendship Circle – West Bloomfield, MI

Full-time On-site Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM with some Sundays and evenings for events

Job Summary

Friendship Circle is seeking a Director’s Implementation Coordinator: a sharp, experienced executor who thrives on variety, owns their work end-to-end, and finds deep meaning in doing it somewhere that matters. In this role, you’ll work directly alongside our Director, turning vision into action across major events, donor initiatives, organizational operations, and our national Friendship Circle International network.

This isn’t a support role in the background. You’ll have a real seat at the table, close to leadership, trusted with high-stakes projects, and surrounded by a team that shows up with both professionalism and heart. If you’ve spent years building skills in coordination, events, or operations and you’re ready to bring all of it to work that has genuine impact on thousands of lives, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

This role is primarily focused on execution, coordination, and ownership across meaningful, high-visibility work — with day-to-day operational tasks woven in along the way. The right person moves fluidly across the full spectrum and brings the same attention and ownership to everything they touch.

Director Support & Vision Execution

• Serve as a direct partner to the Director in executing her vision and day-to-day priorities
• Manage projects, timelines, and task flow across multiple concurrent initiatives
• Create presentations and internal materials
• Support and help facilitate staff meetings
• Work fluidly across all departments within the organization

Friendship Circle International & Events

• Serve as a primary coordination point with Friendship Circle International on shared initiatives
• Oversee organization and tracking of Friendship Circle of Michigan and Friendship Circle International ordering
• Manage planning and execution of major annual events including galas and donor events
• Oversee event logistics, preparation, and day-of execution
• Coordinate vendors, talent, and catering

Donor & Gift Coordination

• Manage ordering, timelines, and execution of donor and holiday gifts
• Support donor deliveries as needed
• Manage vendor relationships in support of donor and gift initiatives

Staff Appreciation & Team Culture

• Coordinate employee anniversaries and appreciation initiatives
• Support staff parties and celebrations
• Assist with conceptual planning and hands-on execution of organizational initiatives

Ongoing Operational Support

• Schedule meetings and coordinate appointments as needed
• Develop agendas for staff and occasional committee meetings
• Organize internal documents and file systems
• Proofread documents and communications

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project coordination, event planning, or operations — nonprofit experience a plus
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously without losing the details
• Able to assess competing priorities quickly and act with urgency
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail with consistent follow-through
• Comfortable moving between strategic work and hands-on tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Experience coordinating events of varying scale, including formal galas and donor events
• Proficient with Google Workspace and AI tools; quick to learn and adapt to new technology
• Comfortable working with project management and CRM platforms
• Able to work on campus during scheduled hours

Why This Role

At Friendship Circle, the work is varied, fast-paced, and genuinely meaningful, and the people you do it with make all the difference. You’ll work closely with a director who thinks big and a team that brings real heart to everything they do.

This role offers something hard to find: meaningful variety, real ownership, and the satisfaction of seeing your work translate directly into impact for thousands of individuals and families in our community.

If you are execution-oriented, energized by meaningful work, and looking for a place where your contributions are seen and valued, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a brief introduction to: julie@friendshipcircle.org

About Us

Friendship Circle is a mission-driven nonprofit rooted in Jewish values, built on the belief that every person carries infinite worth. Through more than 4,000 lives touched across our programs, we work to empower individuals with special needs and their families through connection, community, and care.

Our team is guided by a shared set of values:

• Respecting every person for the infinite value within their soul
• Honoring the Jewish foundation of Friendship Circle
• Taking ownership
• Being a team player
• Bringing a “yes” attitude
• Embracing a growth mindset

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Project management: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person