Campaign Director

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.

Responsibilities

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; 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; 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; 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

Requirements

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; 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

Nice to have

Experience in the non-profit or political fundraising space; Proficiency with CRM software (Salesforce and Outreach preferred)

Benefits

Competitive and comprehensive benefits package