Director, Political Engagement – Southwest Region
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Work closely with and engage AIPAC political chairs (lay leaders) and national staff to achieve political fundraising goals and resources.
- Recruit, cultivate, and manage engagement of top political donors in the New Leadership Network program.
- Promote participation of political chairs at political training conferences.
- Research, gather, and deliver information requested by political activists.
- Train and oversee political chair use of the AIPAC PAC portal and troubleshoot as needed.
Political Education
- Speak at political briefings in communities throughout the region to encourage active political participation.
- Write and edit political materials for effective written communication to the region’s lay leaders and at local events.
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.
- Ability to juggle many different projects simultaneously across several teams within the region.
- A collaborative personal style.
- Knowledge of Middle East current events.
Pay
AIPAC is offering a competitive market base salary between $125,000.00 and $165,000.00 for the position.
Schedule
We currently work remotely two days a week and in our offices the other three.
Benefits
AIPAC also offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that contributes to employees’ overall total compensation package.
About the Role
Department/Region: Southwest
Location: Houston
FLSA Status: Exempt
Travel: Yes
Report To: Vice President, Southwest
Version Date
Version Date: February 2026
Posting Instructions
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EEO Statement
AIPAC is an equal-opportunity employer.