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American Association for Justice

Fundraising/Development Manager

American Association for Justice, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


The American Association for Justice (AAJ®) works to preserve the constitutional right to trial by jury and to make sure people have a fair chance to seek justice when they are injured by the negligence or misconduct of others - even when it means taking on the most powerful corporations.AAJ is seeking a Fundraising/Development Manager for its Political Outreach & Fundraising department. The Fundraising/Development Manager is responsible for the development and implementation of fundraising plans and engagement strategies for federal political projects and for the major donor program.Responsibilities:Create comprehensive fundraising plans and execute a variety of projects to meet the goals for AAJ’s federal political projects and major donor programs. The federal political projects include federal incumbents, candidates, and committees.Fundraising plans include:

Create and execute marketing and communication plans,Draft marketing emails, and member talking points,Communicate fundraising goals and updates to members and staff, andExpand the donor base of first-time donors and increase board participation.

Plan and staff all political events.Track all contributions and pledges, analyze fundraising trends, and format data into presentations and reports for members and staff.Advise AAJ members about their political giving and assist with fundraisers they host.Liaise between AAJ members and campaigns/committees, serving as the point person for the trial lawyer community and managing onsite logistics for political candidates and campaigns during conventions and board meetings.Staff and assist with organizational committees associated with the Political Outreach Department (e.g., National Finance Council).Assist the public affairs and state affairs departments when requested, including managing AAJ’s Key Contacts program.Coordinate fundraising with state associations as needed.Coordinate and lead projects with the IT Department to related member’s past giving history.QualificationsBA/BS required.Minimum of 3 or more years’ work experience in political fundraising, preferably for a nonprofit or professional association.Knowledge of federal campaign law.Previously demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize and meet deadlines.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both oral and written.Excellent organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to multi-task.Proficiency with the entire Microsoft Office Suite. Intermediate Excel skills required.Computer database experience.Must be detail oriented.Ability to work in a team environment.Salary Range: $65,500-$80,000Benefits and Perks for Working with AAJ:Hybrid work schedule, onsite Tuesday through Thursday and 100% remote work for the month of August (for most employees)Comprehensive health insurance which includes, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, flexible spending account (FSA), and 401K with an employer matchGenerous paid leave (e.g., vacation, sick, personal, parental), 11 federal holidays, and paid time off between Christmas and New YearsSubsidized metro transit and/or parking benefitsProfessional development opportunitiesCompany social eventsOffice conveniently located ½ block from Gallery Place/Chinatown metro station in downtown Washington, DCAAJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No phone calls please!