Director, Political Advocacy

Department/Region: Midwest
Location: 
FLSA Status:  Exempt
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Report To: Regional Engagement Director
Version Date: December 2025

• Manage implementation of legislative mobilizations to garner congressional support for pro-Israel initiatives
• Manage in-district and DC-based lobbying appointments of the region’s members of Congress

• Write and edit written political materials for effective communication to the region’s lay leaders and at local events
• As needed, work closely with AIPAC political chairs (lay leaders) and national staff to achieve political fundraising goals and resources
• As needed, work with regional rabbinic leadership to increase pro-Israel political activism
• Other duties as assigned.

• 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
• The ability to juggle many different projects simultaneously across several teams within the region
• A collaborative personal style
• Knowledge of Middle East current events

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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.