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J Street

J Street Digital Fundraising Strategist or Director

J Street, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Position Title:

J Street Digital Fundraising Strategist or DirectorReports to:

National Political DirectorHire Date:

As soon as possible; start date flexible for after election dayLocation:

Washington, DC (in person)Hours:

Full Time, ExemptPosition:Want to help drive much-needed change in American politics, policy and the Jewish community when it comes to Israel/Palestine? Do you believe there has to be balance and nuance in the polarized debate over one of the toughest and most divisive issues in American politics? Are you committed to working for peace, justice, equality and democracy?J Street is looking for a Digital Fundraising Strategist with experience growing digital fundraising programs for campaigns or advocacy organizations, who is ready to roll up their sleeves and get creative to maximize J Street’s grassroots fundraising program over email, sms and social channels.ResponsibilitiesLead J Street’s digital communication program by designing and implementing innovative digital fundraising, advocacy and communications campaignsCreate, monitor, and analyze A/B test results, determine specific variables to test and drive J Street’s digital fundraising programDrive J Street’s paid and organic direct-to-donate fundraising online ads to maximize ROI and list growthCreate metrics and trackers to constantly monitor and strengthen J Street’s digital fundraisingDraft compelling communications for email, SMS and ads, grounded in storytelling, while being sensitive to J Street’s goals and interests in the Jewish community, on Capitol Hill and among other constituenciesConstantly search for and create digital partnership and surrogate opportunities to maximize engagement and list growthPartner with broader communications team to implement best practices across J Street’s online channels to maximize conversion ratesPartner closely with J Street’s senior leadership team to build strategic marketing plans, including revenue forecasting and budgetingLead and/or collaborate with the Communications Team to conceptualize, set and follow content calendars with an eye toward unique deadlines, relevant dates, and hooksQualifications and SkillsAt least 5 years or 2+ complete election cycles of experience leading a digital fundraising program

Experience may come from a campaign, nonprofit, digital firm, or any other dedicated cause you can translate into this role

Strong writing skills within a range of styles and formats, to include digital fundraisingExperience working with CRMs, SMS platforms, and donation platformsFacility with data analysis, revenue and ROI tracking, and projectionsWorking knowledge of HTMLOpenness to feedback, willingness to be wrong, and flexibility to pivot when necessaryPassion for and belief in the power of digital fundraising to influence our futureDemonstrated commitment to J Street’s vision and mission; strong fluency in J Street’s issuesAbility to work in a fast-paced environment; the reality on the ground is constantly changing, requiring resilience, agility and speedAbout J StreetJ Street organizes pro-Israel, pro-peace, pro-democracy Americans to promote US policies that align with Jewish and democratic values, that help secure the State of Israel as a just, democratic homeland for the Jewish people, and that advance freedom, safety and self-determination for the Palestinian people.J Street focuses its work in three main areas: (1) Advocating and demonstrating support for pro-Israel, pro-peace, pro-democracy 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.CompensationThis is a full-time position, with some work outside traditional work hours on an as-needed basis. The salary is $75,000-$95,000. Per J Street's Collective Bargaining Agreement, pay and title are commensurate with experience and according to pay bands outlined in our CBA.Our comprehensive benefits package includes unlimited personal time off, sick leave, generous parental and family leave, paid time off on many federal and Jewish holidays, health and dental insurance, company-paid life insurance, a 401k program including an employer match, commuter benefits, and a flexible spending account.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.Physical RequirementsThere are no extraordinary physical requirements for the performance of the essential functions of this position. J Street will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.