Manager, Political Development Fundraising

America’s Credit Unions; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

America’s Credit Unions is seeking a highly organized Manager, Political Development Fundraising to drive PAC growth by promoting and expanding PAC programs with credit unions, leagues, and stakeholders. The role requires travel and strong presentation skills, with potential support for the National Advocacy Fund (NAF).

This is a hybrid position based in Washington, DC. The candidate will implement fundraising strategies, coordinate donor campaigns, and maintain relationships with top donors

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 5+ years of political fundraising, PAC, campaign, association, advocacy, or related experience.
• Broader experience in politics or advocacy preferred.
• Experience coordinating projects, donor outreach, events, or cross-functional initiatives preferred.
• Experience with federal campaign finance law and political environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director to implement and lead comprehensive fundraising strategy for America’s Credit Unions’ principal political and advocacy funds, including PAC and NAF.
• Coordinate and help grow PAC fundraising campaigns and programs with credit unions, leagues, and advocacy partners.
• Assist with relationship maintenance with high-impact donors and funders, prospect for new donors, and manage the acknowledgement program.
• Serve as a primary PAC program ambassador, delivering presentations and tailoring messaging to audiences.
• Support PAC fundraising operations by coordinating with league partners and internal teams on existing and emerging programs.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate online PAC campaigns, including messaging, promotion, segmentation, and follow-up strategies.
• Assist with PAC contribution processing, donor tracking, reporting, recognition, and compliance coordination.

Skills

Fundraising

Presentation skills

Communication

Stakeholder relations

Travel readiness

Project coordination

Travel 40-60 days/year

Education

Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Government, History or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

America’s Credit Unions is a leading company in the Financial Services Trade Association sector, known for our advocacy on behalf of all Credit Unions. We fuel our employee’s professional growth at every level, stand committed to the financial well-being of every member and champion the credit union story at every turn.

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Manager, Political Development Fundraising to drive the Political Action Committee (PAC) growth by presenting, promoting, and expanding America’s Credit Unions PAC programs with credit unions, leagues, and key stakeholders. This role requires frequent travel, strong interpersonal and presentation skills, and the ability to clearly communicate the value and impact of PAC participation. The ideal candidate will also support National Advocacy Fund (NAF) initiatives as needed. This is a hybrid role based in Washington D.C.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Director to implement and lead comprehensive fundraising strategy for America’s Credit Unions’ principal political and advocacy funds, including America’s Credit Unions PAC, and the National Advocacy Fund (NAF). Ensure complementary fundraising growth in both funds, with long-term, multi-year goal of combined political resources of $10 million+.
• Coordinate and help grow PAC fundraising campaigns and programs aimed at key constituencies within the credit union system, including credit unions, leagues, and other advocacy partners. Emphasize proactive outreach, compelling presentations, targeted follow-up, and donor engagement that increase PAC participation and strengthen long-term political development outcomes.
• Assist with relationship maintenance with high impact donors and funders with the goal of enhancing sustainable fundraising growth and building political and financial support for PAC and NAF initiatives. These donors and funders include, but are not limited to, CEOs and executives at leading credit unions, PAC Board of Trustees, PAC Executive Committee, NAF Steering Committee and related board-level leadership to ensure appropriate communication and engagement. Prospect for new potential donors for both PAC and NAF and manage the acknowledgement program.

PAC Program Growth and Operations:

• Serve as a primary PAC program ambassador to credit unions and leagues, including preparing for and delivering presentations, tailoring PAC messaging to different audiences, answering questions with confidence, and clearly communicating PAC value, impact, compliance considerations, and opportunities for participation.
• Support PAC fundraising operations by coordinating with league partners, PAC trustees, Political Affairs colleagues, and internal teams on existing and emerging fundraising programs. Help grow high-dollar donor participation while continuing to strengthen small-dollar, grassroots, payroll deduction, and online fundraising.
• Work closely with communications and marketing colleagues to plan, execute, and evaluate online PAC campaigns, including campaign messaging, digital promotion, audience segmentation, email coordination, list management, and follow-up strategies that drive PAC participation and donor conversion.
• Assist with PAC contribution processing, donor tracking, reporting, recognition, and compliance-related coordination in partnership with internal staff and Finance.
• Collaborate closely with the political affairs team and contribute to shared goals, reporting, planning, and program execution. May help coordinate workflows, support staff priorities, and provide peer leadership.

Requirements:

• Bachelors’ degree (preferably in Political Science, Government, History or related field) or equivalent work experience
• 5+ years of political fundraising, PAC, campaign, association, advocacy, or related experience.
• Broader experience in politics or advocacy (Capitol Hill, campaigns, grassroots) preferred.
• Experience coordinating projects, programs, donor outreach, events, or cross-functional initiatives preferred.
• Experience with federal campaign finance law and political environment
• Passionate about advancing the credit union movement and a commitment to meeting the needs of our members
• Must be able to effectively communicate with and influence stakeholders internally and externally, as well as develop and maintain relationships
• Strong professional team player with the ability to work collaboratively
• Proven ability to think ahead, creatively problem solve, and take initiative
• Ability to successfully juggle multiple responsibilities and competing priorities
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills, or a demonstrated willingness and ability to quickly develop as a confident public speaker. Able to present PAC programs in a compelling, credible, and tailored way; explain political impact and participation opportunities; and engage credit union audiences in person and virtually.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to Travel 40-60 days per year

America’s Credit Unions is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates the unique perspectives of its employees, while cultivating a culture that generates curiosity and understanding of each other and promotes an equitable outcome for everyone. We strive to create an environment where we celebrate our differences by treating each other with respect, listening to different perspectives and creating a workplace where your authentic self belongs and thrives while supporting our communities.