OVERVIEW

Join the fight for the family

Are you interested in joining the fight for the family? A career at American Principles Project might be for you. Please see our list of job openings below.

Openings

Political Director

Overview:

Manage the political operations of American Principles Project and its affiliated organizations, APP Foundation and APP PAC. The political director is primarily responsible for managing voter contact efforts, coalition building, coordination with other outside advocacy organizations and super pacs, and finding opportunities to leverage family issues in key elections. Job responsibilities include day to day management of voter contact efforts (text messaging, digital ads, etc), monitoring public polling on key family issues, keeping track of relevant news and policy developments pertaining to families, and maximizing APP’s political engagement through key electoral opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and help develop APP’s political strategies and plans 
• Manage effectiveness of political efforts and messages 
• Manage relations with political vendors and coalition partners 
• Manage digital advertising, texting, tele–townhalls, and other voter contact efforts 
• Manage and develop the copywriting and design content for ads and voter contacts 
• Manage APP’s political engagements and electoral opportunities 
• Prepare regular reports on APP’s political engagement 
• Ensure branding and voice of all political materials match that of APP 
• Create and adjust political strategies based on results 
• Work with development team to create proposals and campaign plans for donors 
• Coordinate efforts with government affairs, development, and communications teams 

Experience/Education/Qualification: 

• Associate’s Degree or higher 
• 1-3 years prior political campaign experience or equivalent 
• Excellent written and oral communications 
• Strong interpersonal relationship building skills 
• Professionalism and diplomacy 
• The ability to work as a member of a team and follow instructions and procedures
• Effective time management skills; detail oriented and well organized 
• Proficient in Microsoft applications 
• Experience with email programs, design, and marketing 
• Ability to learn new skills in short order 

American Principles Project Benefits package includes:  

• CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield PPO Healthcare plan  
• Option to contribute to a 401(k) (no matching at this time)  
• Flexible Spending Account  
• Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Allowance  

How to Apply:

 Interested candidates should submit a resume robert@americanprinciplesproject.org

Fundraising Associate

Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Fundraising Associate to play a key role in supporting our fundraising and donor relations efforts. This role is essential to maintaining the integrity of our donor database, tracking fundraising metrics, and working closely with both the Director of Data Operations and Director of Development to execute our overall fundraising strategies The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills, a passion for building relationships, and the ability to professionally represent APP.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain the donor database (CRM), ensuring data accuracy and completeness.
• Process donations, generate acknowledgment letters, and track donor communications to facilitate personalized communication with donors.
• Create and analyze reports on donor-giving trends, campaign performance, and fundraising metrics to assist in data-driven decision-making and strategy.
• Assist in donor segmentation, prospect research, and data-driven fundraising strategies.
• Facilitate donor relations efforts by communicating with donors regularly, in writing and verbally to ensure continued engagement and support of APP’s mission.
• Support event planning by managing invite lists, tracking attendance, and compiling post-event reports.
• Work with the development team to ensure seamless data entry and reconciliation with finance records.
• Improve and implement best practices for data hygiene, donor record management, and reporting.

Experience/Education/Qualification: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent Associate’s Degree or higher 
• Experience with donor databases/CRM systems (Salesforce, Pipedrive, Raiser’s Edge, or similar).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets.
• Experience generating and interpreting reports to support fundraising efforts.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Impressive communication and organizational skills.
• Previous experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, or data management is a plus.

American Principles Project Benefits package includes:  

• CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield PPO Healthcare plan  
• Option to contribute to a 401(k) (no matching at this time)  
• Flexible Spending Account  
• Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Allowance  

How to Apply:

 Interested candidates should submit a resume to operations@americanprinciplesproject.org

Development Data Associate

Overview:

We are seeking a Development Data Associate to support our fundraising and donor relations efforts by managing and analyzing donor data. This role is essential to maintaining the integrity of our donor database, tracking fundraising metrics, and supporting development strategies. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with data in a nonprofit fundraising environment. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain the donor database (PipeDrive, Little Green Light, etc..), ensuring data accuracy and completeness.
• Process donations, generate acknowledgment letters, and track donor communications.
• Create and analyze reports on donor giving trends, campaign performance, and fundraising metrics.
• Assist in donor segmentation, prospect research, and data-driven fundraising strategies.
• Support event planning by managing invite lists, tracking attendance, and compiling post-event reports.
• Work with the development team to ensure seamless data entry and reconciliation with finance records.
• Improve and implement best practices for data hygiene, donor record management, and reporting.

Experience/Education/Qualification: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent Associate’s Degree or higher 
• Experience with donor databases/CRM systems (Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, or similar).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets.
• Experience generating and interpreting reports to support fundraising efforts.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Previous experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, or data management is a plus.

American Principles Project Benefits package includes:  

• CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield PPO Healthcare plan  
• Option to contribute to a 401(k) (no matching at this time)  
• Flexible Spending Account  
• Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Allowance  

How to Apply:

 Interested candidates should submit a resume operations@americanprinciplesproject.org
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Press Associate

Overview:

The Press Associate at American Principles Project (APP) plays a vital role in supporting the organization’s communications initiatives. This position involves drafting press releases, op-eds and press statements, working with reporters and assisting the communications team in promoting APP’s message on a variety of issues. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinating Media Bookings: Manages coordinating media bookings and requests for APP forward-facing principals. 
• Drafts Press Materials: Writes talking points for media hits, press releases and op-ed for the communications team and APP principals. Also assist in preparing media kits, press briefs, and responses to media inquiries. 
• Monitor Media Coverage: Manages monitoring media coverage and compiles clippings or reports for the communications team. 
• Build Reporter Relationships: Build and maintain relationships with reporters, bookers and key influencers in order to help break news. 
• Capitalize on Media Cycles: Work with the press team to capitalize on media cycles and create news opportunities for APP.  
• Assist with Digital Communication Support: Assist with website updates, including uploading content and ensuring accuracy and collaborate with the graphic design team to create visually engaging content. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Journalism, Communications or a related field. 
• Excellent research, analytical, and written communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus. 
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with the media.

Preferred Skills:

• Previous press or communications experience is preferred. 

American Principles Project Benefits package includes:  

• CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield PPO Healthcare plan  
• Option to contribute to a 401(k) (no matching at this time)  
• Flexible Spending Account  
• Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Allowance  

How to Apply:

 Interested candidates should submit a resume to cailey@americanprinciplesproject.org

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Internships

Each semester, interns play a critical role in helping APP promote and defend the family. We are always seeking energetic interns interested in joining the team to help with both policy-related and administrative responsibilities.

Some of the typical day-to-day tasks handled by APP interns include conducting research and analysis for the organization’s programs, drafting statements and press releases, attending meetings or events on behalf of APP, answering phones, receiving office guests, distributing mail, and running other errands as needed.

A modest monthly stipend may be offered to interns to offset travel and other costs associated with the internship.

Interested applicants should email a resume and short writing sample to internships@americanprinciplesproject.org