About AdvocacyAI

Founded in 2024, AdvocacyAI is the first and only AI-native advocacy platform, built to help advocacy experts deliver truly persuasive impact through modern message personalization, data-enriched insights, and intelligence-based action. Our growing team combines decades of experience as advocacy professionals with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service to our clients and partners.

The Problem We Solve

AdvocacyAI was designed with modern advocacy in mind. Our platform powers the full advocacy lifecycle, helping advocacy practitioners attract and activate more action-takers while effectively persuading targets using highly personalized, time-optimized messaging.

Our “Why”

At the heart of AdvocacyAI's mission is the belief that empowering advocacy professionals with advanced, intuitive tools can make a world of difference in how campaigns reach and influence decision-makers. Built in consultation with public affairs experts, AdvocacyAI facilitates genuinely persuasive and meaningful interactions that translate to real change in public policy and public opinion. As practitioners of advocacy campaigns ourselves, we’re dedicated to driving innovation and developing technology that serves the needs of our field.

About the job

Our growing team seeks a sales development representative (SDR) to support our founders and team members as we scale our sales and marketing efforts. In this role, you will identify and communicate with prospective buyers, qualify incoming leads, and assist team members in moving prospects through the sales funnel. Occasional travel to conferences may be required. This position is fully remote but ideal candidates will be located in the Washington, D.C. region to allow for frequent in-person networking opportunities.

Success in This Role

This role is designed for an individual with grit who thrives in a fast-moving setting; is exceptionally organized; and is excited to kickstart their career at the cross-section of advocacy tech and business development. We are looking for someone with a true passion for delivering results – all while having an excellent sense of humor.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to identify potential customers for outreach.
• Utilize various channels including email campaigns, LinkedIn, and face-to-face networking to generate and qualify leads.
• Identify key decision-makers within target organizations and establish contact to introduce our products/services.
• Engage prospects through effective communication and tailored messaging to create interest and build relationships.
• Assess and qualify leads based on predefined criteria and the prospect's fit with our solutions.
• Assist and collaborate with founders and our growing sales team to ensure seamless handover of leads for further engagement.
• Schedule appointments and join demonstrations to present our products/services as well as coordinate action items to move the buyer through to the closed won stage.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with potential clients through ongoing communication and follow-up.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and market changes to adjust outreach strategies accordingly.
• Share valuable insights with the sales and marketing team members to enhance overall strategy.
• Meet and exceed monthly and quarterly lead generation targets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous sales (or applicable) experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with advocacy organizations of all kinds.
• Goal-oriented with a track record of meeting or exceeding targets.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment.

Salary and benefits:

The salary range for this position is $50,000-$55,000 with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses and commission. AdvocacyAI’s full-time employees are eligible to receive a benefits package including benefits and generous paid time off.

How to Apply:

AdvocacyAI is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Please send us an email with your resume to [email protected].