Campaign Manager

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 Campaign Manager. This role will manage the day-to-day of AAJ’s issue-based campaigns. As part of the broader advocacy team, this role will plan, implement, and oversee multiple projects across state and federal issues, helping to develop and execute a variety of campaign activities such as paid and earned media, polling, coalition-building, and other related campaign activities.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of AAJ’s issue-based campaigns while coordinating with the larger team to integrate communications, research, lobbying, fundraising, and organizing efforts into each project.
• While working across different departments, oversee campaign timelines, deliverables, and budget.
• Monitor campaign performance and advise on strategy as needed.
• Provide regular updates to leadership and important stakeholders on campaign progress, milestones, and results.
• Build and maintain relationships with key coalition partners, stakeholders, and community organizations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field. Equivalent years of relevant experience may be substituted for degree.
• Five or more years’ experience managing political or issue-based campaigns, with at least two statewide or Congressional-level cycles. Experience managing competitive House or Senate races or ballot initiatives are strongly preferred.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple campaigns and competing priorities simultaneously.
• Is flexible, adaptable, self-motivated, and can prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communicator with strong time management skills, and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with communications, policy, and fundraising a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to build and maintain productive relationships across diverse teams.
• Occasional travel to events as assigned.

Salary Range: $105,600-$125,000

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!