Director, Political Advocacy
American Israel Public Affairs Committee, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Department/Region: Midwest
Location:
FLSA Status: Exempt
Travel:
Report To: Regional Engagement Director
Version Date: December 2025
Job Duties & Responsibilities
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
Political Advocacy
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.
Qualifications & Skills
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
AIPAC is offering a competitive market base salary between $115,000.00 and $137,000.00 for the position. A job offer within the range will depend on how closely a candidate’s skills and experience match the role’s requirements. AIPAC also offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that contributes to employees’ overall total compensation package. We currently work remotely two days a week and in our offices the other three. AIPAC is an equal-opportunity employer.
Posting Instructions
Please provide a cover letter with a resume to be considered. Incomplete applications with missing documentation will not be considered.
If applying for more than one position, please use the 'Attachment' function to attach a position-specific cover letter.
Please use your legal names when completing the employment application (No nicknames).
#LI-Hybrid 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Job Duties & Responsibilities
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
Political Advocacy
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.
Qualifications & Skills
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
AIPAC is offering a competitive market base salary between $115,000.00 and $137,000.00 for the position. A job offer within the range will depend on how closely a candidate’s skills and experience match the role’s requirements. AIPAC also offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that contributes to employees’ overall total compensation package. We currently work remotely two days a week and in our offices the other three. AIPAC is an equal-opportunity employer.
Posting Instructions
Please provide a cover letter with a resume to be considered. Incomplete applications with missing documentation will not be considered.
If applying for more than one position, please use the 'Attachment' function to attach a position-specific cover letter.
Please use your legal names when completing the employment application (No nicknames).
#LI-Hybrid 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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