Director of PAC Development
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$ 130000 - 150000
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Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMAhas retained the recruiting firm Big Fish on this search.
Please contact Chaz Cirame at with any questions or to refer a candidate.
Big Fish is a boutique recruiting firm specializing in the talent needed to drive policy change. Visit us at recruitbigfish to learn more.
Job Title: Director of PAC Development
Salary Range: $130000 $150000
Location: Washington D.C. (inoffice MonThurs; remote optional Fri)
The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) is the premier automotive trade association representing the automotive aftermarket. Best known for its annual SEMA Show in Las Vegasthe largest automotive gathering in North Americaand the PRI Show in Indianapolis SEMA represents over 7000 automotive manufacturing distribution and retail businesses. The industry employs 1.3 million Americans largely in small businesses and contributes $337 billion to the U.S. economy.
SEMA not only advocates for aftermarket automotive businesses but also serves millions of car enthusiasts through the SEMA Action Network and the SEMA individual membership program. In theelection cycle SEMAs federal PAC (SEMA and PRI PAC) raised $500000 while its SuperPAC (Driving Force Action) led a $1.2 million voter education campaign in key battleground states.
The Director of PAC Development will join SEMAs D.C.based public and government affairs team. This individual will be responsible for meeting the PACs fundraising goals and leading fundraising strategy for the SuperPAC.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and Implement Fundraising Strategy: Design and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy for both the PAC and SuperPAC using diverse channels including individual giving corporate fundraising marketing communications and events.
Cultivate and Expand Donor Relationships: Identify research and build strong relationships with prospective donors and aligned organizations through personalized outreach.
Engage Major Donors: Collaborate with PAC and SuperPAC leadership to secure major gifts and clearly communicate the organizations mission and advocacy efforts.
Tailor Donor Communications: Customize messaging to match donor interests and elevate engagement and support for SEMAs programs.
Optimize Fundraising Systems: Build systems for prospecting solicitation recognition and tiered giving. Leverage existing membership lists to expand the donor base.
Plan Fundraising Events: Lead the planning and of three major annual fundraising events in addition to smaller donor events throughout the year.
Utilize Data for DecisionMaking: Use CRM tools to track performance and provide leadership with datadriven insights.
Collaborate Across Teams: Coordinate with Communications for cohesive messaging and with General Counsel for PAC compliance and fundraising regulations.
Represent SEMA: Attend fundraising and networking events in the D.C. area as a representative of the organization.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 5 years of fundraising experience including experience managing donor communications programs
Proven success in individual corporate and online fundraising channels
Strong alignment with SEMAs mission to protect and promote the automotive aftermarket
Willingness to travel approximately 10 of the time 36 events annually some on weekends)
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and discretion with confidential donor information
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
CRM system experience
Team player willing to roll up sleeves and contribute across functions
Preferred: Familiarity with probusiness fundraising
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
