Description

Position Overview

DAGA is seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Director of Development to strengthen and grow its ambitious national fundraising efforts across its political, electoral, and policy programs and to ensure the organization has the critical resources for the 2026 and 2028 election cycles.

Working closely with the President and Executive Director, the Senior Director will cultivate and maintain relationships with key donor constituencies. The Senior Director will lead an energetic, experienced team of six and oversee the infrastructure and systems needed to meet the organizational fundraising goals. 

The ideal candidate is an accomplished fundraiser who can build and cultivate relationships, a thoughtful and experienced manager who can develop and mentor staff, and a political campaigner with a commitment to electing Democratic Attorneys General. 

This is an incredible opportunity to play a leadership role in an ambitious, growing organization that helps elect Democratic AGs who protect our fundamental rights and builds a pipeline of talented leaders for years to come.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of a comprehensive, ambitious fundraising strategy.
• Oversee, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team of six, ensuring strategic growth, operational excellence, and excellent donor engagement. 
• Drive fundraising best practices, including systems utilization, prospecting, donor reporting, data review, and donor communications.
• Serve as a trusted thought partner to the President and Executive Director, driving organizational priorities and delivering timely fundraising projections and updates. 
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with prospective donors, working closely with the Directors of Major Gifts and Business Council Partnerships.
• Establish and implement the infrastructure needed to reach fundraising goals through partnerships, individual donors, grants, and events. 
• Develop compelling messaging and content for fundraising materials, including donor reports. 
• Prepare and present regular reports on fundraising progress to the Executive Committee and stakeholders.
• Work with the Events Director to ensure fundraising events are designed to maximize net revenue. 
• Represent DAGA at public meetings and events, raising the profile and visibility of the DAGA and its priorities among funders, partners, and policymakers.

Requirements

Key Attributes and Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in political fundraising, including senior-level experience developing plans in multi-channel fundraising, including major gifts, corporate partnerships; ideally in a mix of 527, 501(c)3 and 501(c)4 organizations.
  Demonstrated success in managing and growing a robust fundraising portfolio of
  of donors ranging from $25,000-$1,000,000+.
• Strong command of fundraising best practices; demonstrated success building processes and donor management systems to track and steward funders. 
• Experience building strong relationships with donors and prospects; excellent listening skills, and an ability to engage with a diverse group of donors and prospects in a thoughtful manner.
• Significant people management experience, including senior leaders, with a proven ability to grow, mentor and foster staff.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with an eye for detail and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Proven ability to achieve results, perform well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Persuasive communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to 
  successfully tailor messaging for different audiences.
• Commitment to educating the public on the work of Attorneys General and DAGA.
• Sense of humor and positive attitude with your team, DAGA staff, and AGs.
• Commitment to DAGA’s mission.
• Campaign experience is a big bonus but not required.

Structure and Location

This position reports to the Executive Director.  

The position will be located at DAGA’s Washington, DC office and is not eligible to be a remote position. DAGA currently operates with a hybrid model where DC-based employees work in-office three days a week and work remotely from home two days a week. DAGA’s office is open 9 AM – 6 PM Eastern, but extended and nontraditional work hours are required. This full-time role requires a willingness and ability to travel as needed.  

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $180,000 - $200,000, commensurate with experience. 

Benefits include: 

• Fully paid health, dental, and vision benefits (includes employees and dependents)
• 401K match, up to 6%
• Short and long-term disability benefits  
• Life insurance benefits
• Pretax spending accounts
• Monthly commuter benefit
• Monthly remote work stipend

To Apply

To apply for this position, submit a resume and cover letter at:  https://grossmansolutions.applytojob.com/apply/kebYMxQFFN/Democratic-Attorneys-General-Association-Senior-Director-Of-Development

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.

DAGA values a truly diverse workforce and is committed to a culture of inclusivity, respect, and integrity.

DAGA strongly encourages people with disabilities, people of color, transgender and non-binary people, and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.  

DAGA is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex: age; marital status; personal appearance; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; family responsibilities; disability; matriculation; genetic information; credit Information; status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, a sexual offense, or stalking. DAGA will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.