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, and
  • Expand 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.

Qualifications:

• BA/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-$80,000

Benefits 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 match
• Generous paid leave (e.g., vacation, sick, personal, parental), 11 federal holidays, and paid time off between Christmas and New Years
• Subsidized metro transit and/or parking benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• Company social events
• Office conveniently located ½ block from Gallery Place/Chinatown metro station in downtown Washington, DC

AAJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No phone calls please! 

About American Association for Justice

American Association for Justice (AAJ) delivers Exceptional Education, Unparalleled Advocacy, and a Dedicated Community of Trial Lawyers Fighting for Justice. AAJ promotes justice and fairness for injured persons, safeguards victims' rights—particularly the right to trial by jury—and strengthens the civil justice system through education and disclosure of information critical to public health and safety. With members worldwide, and a network of U.S. and Canadian affiliates involved in diverse areas of trial advocacy, AAJ provides lawyers with the information and professional assistance needed to serve clients successfully and protect the democratic values inherent in the civil justice system.

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