The mission of AIPAC is to encourage and persuade the U.S. government to enact specific policies that create a strong, enduring and mutually beneficial relationship with our ally Israel.

Industry: Political Organizations
Company Size: 201-500 employees

AIPAC

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Our Fort Lauderdale office is looking for a Campaign Director who is responsible for leading and managing a team of development professionals who are tasked with raising resources for AIPAC and pro-Israel politics. The Campaign Director will develop and execute strategies to help their staff achieve fundraising goals, mentor staff, and optimize donor and prospect engagement efforts. The ideal candidate is a results-driven leader with a strong understanding of fundraising strategies, relationship management, and team development.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Team Leadership & Development:**

- Oversee a team of fundraising professionals, providing clear direction, coaching, and support to meet aggressive revenue targets.

- Establish individual goals, monitor progress, and ensure accountability through performance metrics.

- Provide ongoing professional development, including training on best practices in donor engagement and fundraising techniques.

- Facilitate regular check-ins and team meetings to share insights, track progress, and adjust strategies as needed.

- Serve as a mentor and guide, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented team environment.

**Fundraising Strategy & Execution**

- Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies in collaboration with senior leadership to achieve short- and long-term goals.

- Create customized engagement plans for high-value donors, ensuring tailored strategies for different donor portfolios.

- Collaborate with program and marketing teams to create content, events, and opportunities that align with donor interests and drive engagement.

- Monitor campaign progress through data-driven analysis, adjusting tactics to optimize results.

**Process Improvement & Efficiency**

- Streamline workflows, tools, and communication channels to improve efficiency and ensure the development team can focus on fundraising activities.

- Regularly assess fundraising processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices.

- Remove obstacles that hinder individual productivity.

**Campaign Monitoring & Reporting**

- Analyze campaign performance data on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis, providing insights and recommendations to improve results.

- Prepare detailed reports on fundraising progress, team performance, and donor engagement efforts for senior leadership.

- Refine and adjust campaign strategies based on data and evolving organizational needs.

**Qualifications**

- Passion for a strong U.S.-Israel relationship, as well as knowledge of issues related to Israel, the Middle East and American politics

- A minimum of 7 years of experience in fundraising, sales, or a similar role, with a proven track record of success in leading teams to meet or exceed financial targets.

- A minimum of 5 years management experience with strong leadership and team management skills with demonstrated experience in motivating, developing, and holding teams accountable.

- Bachelor’s degree or commensurate experience required

- Experience in the non-profit or political fundraising space is highly preferred.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to inform decision-making.

- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

- Proficiency with CRM software (Salesforce and Outreach preferred) and Microsoft Office.

- A deep commitment to the mission and values of AIPAC and the U.S.-Israel relationship.

AIPAC is offering a competitive market base salary between $150,000.00 and $175,000.00 for the position. A job offer within the range will depend on how closely a candidate's skills and experience match the role's requirements. AIPAC also offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that contributes to employees’ overall total compensation package. We currently work remotely two days a week and in our offices the other three. AIPAC is an equal-opportunity employer.

**Posting Instructions**

Please provide cover letter with resume to be considered. Incomplete applications with missing documentation will not be considered.

If applying for more than one position, please use the 'Attachments' function to attach a position-specific cover letter.

Please use your legal name when completing the employment application (no nicknames).

Campaign Director

Department/Region: Southwest

Location: Houston

FLSA Status: Exempt

Travel: Yes

Report To: Vice President, Southwest

Version Date: February 2026

**Job Duties & Responsibilities**

**Political Activities**

- Work closely with and engage AIPAC political chairs (lay leaders) and national staff to achieve political fundraising goals and resources.

- Recruit, cultivate, and manage engagement of top political donors in the New Leadership Network program.

- Promote participation of political chairs at political training conferences.

- Research, gather, and deliver information requested by political activists.

- Train and oversee political chair use of the AIPAC PAC portal and troubleshoot as needed.

**Political Education**

- Speak at political briefings in communities throughout the region to encourage active political participation.

- Write and edit political materials for effective written communication to the region’s lay leaders and at local events.

**Mobilizations**

- Manage implementation of legislative mobilizations to garner congressional support for pro-Israel initiatives, including ongoing engagement and cultivation of key contacts.

- Manage in-district and D.C.-based lobbying appointments of the region’s Members of Congress.

**Qualifications & Skills**

- Passion for a strong U.S.–Israel relationship and commitment to AIPAC’s mission.

- Bachelor’s degree or commensurate experience.

- Minimum of 5 years of political experience (working on political campaigns or on Capitol Hill) or other relevant work experience.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Ability to juggle many different projects simultaneously across several teams within the region.

- A collaborative personal style.

- Knowledge of Middle East current events.

AIPAC is offering a competitive market base salary between **$125,000.00 and $165,000.00 ** for the position. A job offer within the range will depend on how closely a candidate’s skills and experience match the role’s requirements. AIPAC also offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that contributes to employees’ overall total compensation package. We currently work remotely two days a week and in our offices the other three. AIPAC is an equal-opportunity employer.

**Posting Instructions**

- Please provide a cover letter with a resume to be considered. Incomplete applications with missing documentation will not be considered.

- If applying for more than one position, please use the Attachment function to attach a position-specific cover letter.

- Please use your legal name when completing the employment application (no nicknames).

~~This job description is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and AIPAC reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as deemed appropriate.~~

Director, Political Engagement – Southwest Region

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