Director of Digital Fundraising & Advocacy

May 14

Anticipated Start Date: NA

Description

Earthjustice is seeking a seasoned digital leader to serve as Director of Digital Fundraising & Advocacy. The role sits at the intersection of the organization's Communication and Development teams and is responsible for translating Earthjustice's legal and advocacy work into compelling digital campaigns and strategies that both mobilize supporters and drive revenue. The Director will oversee an integrated program spanning email, SMS, web assets, and advertising. This role holds direct accountability for growing the organization's online fundraising and supporter base year over year.

This is a strategic leadership role that requires equal fluency in fundraising and advocacy — someone who can build campaigns that move people to act, give, and stay engaged over time. This is a supervisory position, overseeing a team of 8 across the Digital Fundraising and Digital Advocacy sub-teams. Directly supervises three staff members: Associate Director of Digital Fundraising and Engagement Associate Director of Digital Advocacy Senior Audience Program Manager The Director of Digital Fundraising & Advocacy is expected to work a full-time (37.5 hours/week) schedule. This position can be based in any of Earthjustice's offices or remotely from the U.S.

Responsibilities

Leadership Responsibilities (20%)

Build an integrated digital communication strategy for fundraising and advocacy, identifying opportunities for growth, new strategies, and achieving Earthjustice’s programmatic priorities. Serve as a productive, collaborative, and supportive member of the Communications Leadership Team and the Development Leadership Team. Collaborate closely with stakeholders across Communications, Development, and Program to build and execute integrated strategies that support institutional and departmental priorities. Manage team in developing email, SMS/MMS, web assets, and advertising campaigns for fundraising and advocacy goals. Co-lead the development of digital advertising strategy (with the Senior Director of Marketing), overseeing a $3M+ annual advertising budget to ensure strong brand awareness, supporter acquisition, and return on investment through online ads.

Digital Fundraising Strategy & Execution (30%)

Lead strategy, development and execution of short and long-term plans for Earthjustice’s digital campaigns to engage, acquire, retain, and upgrade advocates and donors. Oversee the creation of digital communications, cultivation and stewardship programs for donors to ensure interactions with Earthjustice are of the highest quality possible across integrated channels. Develop annual expenses and hold accountability for the overall ROI of the digital program.

Ensure a strong return on investment over time with the goal of increasing revenue year over year. Serve as the connective tissue between digital, communications, and programmatic leadership — ensuring campaigns are strategically aligned, brand-compliant, and grounded in agreed messaging frameworks. Strategize with each Development team responsible for securing public, mid-level, legacy, major and principal giving to coordinate the engagement, cultivation and solicitation of donors using scalable online solutions.

Digital Advocacy Strategy & Execution (30%)

Lead strategy, development and execution of Earthjustice’s digital advocacy to grow and mobilize the supporter base around priority legal, legislative, and policy campaigns. Collaborate with the Public Affairs and Communications and Program and Policy & Legislation Department teams to create timely, high-quality action alerts, petition campaigns, and advocacy moments that deepen supporter investment in Earthjustice's mission and advance our programmatic goals. Integrate advocacy and fundraising tactics to convert advocates to donors and deepen engagement across the supporter journey.

Reporting & Technology (10%)

Set data-informed, mission-driven goals and benchmarks. Continuously test and refine strategies to ensure they are delivering positive outcomes for Earthjustice. Partner with the Development department to optimize and evaluate Earthjustice’s technology, data hygiene, and integration is aligned with program priorities.

Management (10%)

Champion a culture of testing, learning, and innovation across the digital program — establishing systematic A/B testing practices, creating space for experimentation with new channels and tactics. Partner with Communications colleagues to share insights, align on emerging opportunities, and ensure that learnings from digital campaigns inform broader organizational communications strategy.

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of digital fundraising and advocacy professionals; create annual work plans with clear goals and priorities that support department and organizational objectives. Uphold Earthjustice’s mission and values by fostering a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment, providing clear direction and feedback, and promoting a culture of learning for all team members. Oversee relevant administrative, budgeting, and personnel management of direct reports, ensuring that all organizational policies and standards are met.

Partner with Communications leadership on rolling out change management initiatives. Ongoing Learning Actively pursue professional development and contribute to a culture of learning by building skills and sharing knowledge. Pursue innovative, best-in-class approaches to communications work and share those learnings with colleagues. Maintain an ongoing understanding of communications best practices and movement trends to ensure Earthjustice leads, not just follows.

Requirements

What You’ll Bring

10+ years of experience running digital fundraising and advocacy campaigns for mission-driven orgs. 7+ years of experience with team & departmental leadership, including management of people and complex projects.
Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields desired, but not required
Demonstrated success running a high-volume digital campaigns that drive revenue and advocacy outcomes
Ability to translate complex issues into compelling, accessible communications
Ability to prioritize, manage multiple deadlines, and respond quickly to new opportunities and developments
Ability to work collaboratively with other staff to meet shared cross-team goals and give honest, constructive, respectful feedback
Demonstrated commitment to Earthjustice’s values of Justice, Excellence, Inclusion, and Partnership.
Skill in leading diverse teams with emotional intelligence and cultural competence; fosters growth through mentorship, effective communication, and constructive feedback while hiring and developing team talents to align with organizational needs.

Physical Requirements

This role may require the ability to:

Sit for extended periods with occasional standing and walking
Type, file, and/or handle office equipment
Lift and carry materials
Read documents, conduct computer work, and document review

Salary and Employee Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and excellent, comprehensive benefits. We also offer a casual and congenial work environment. Salaries at Earthjustice are determined by working location and are commensurate with the experience required.

Salary range in New York, NY, and San Francisco, CA: $196,700 - $218,600

Salary range in Washington, DC, Chicago, IL, Los Angeles, CA, and Honolulu, HI: $186,900 - $207,700

Salary Range in Denver, CO, Juneau, AK, Anchorage, Alaska, Providence, RI, and Philadelphia, PA: $177,100 - $196,800 Bozeman, MT, Maine, Richmond, VA, New Orleans, LA, Miami, and Texas (State): $167,300 - $185,900

Salaries in other locations will vary: $167,300-$207,700

How to Apply for this Job

Apply Now

Interested candidates should submit the following materials via Jobvite. Applications submitted by Tuesday May 26th, 2026 (at midnight PT) will be given priority, and applications received after the priority deadline may be reviewed on a rolling basis until the role is filled. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Resume. Cover letter. Information about our hiring process and tips for success can be found at https://earthjustice.org/about/jobs/hiring-process.

Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application.

PLEASE NOTE

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for personnel so classified.

About the Organization

Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change. We partner with thousands of groups, supporters, individuals and communities to engage the critical environmental issues of our time, and bring about positive change. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer.

Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment.

Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Juneau, Los Angeles, Miami, Tallahassee, Honolulu, New York, Philadelphia, Denver, Seattle, Bozeman, Chicago, and Washington, DC. In addition to a talented cadre of environmental lawyers, legislative advocates, and other staff, Earthjustice has a robust and savvy communications team that works in strategic partnership with every department at the organization to advance our public affairs and public relations objectives.

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