Justice Democrats is seeking seasoned finance staff to be finance directors for races across the country! If you are interested in fundraising for progressive congressional primary campaigns, please apply, and a member of our team will be in touch if your skills and experience match one of our races.
Position Responsibilities
Finance Directors will be responsible for designing and executing the campaign’s fundraising program and partnering with a skilled team of staff, advisors, consultants, and volunteers to win the election. .
Design and oversee the execution of the fundraising plan for the campaign in collaboration with the campaign staff and key partners.
Ensure that fundraising efforts are as efficient and effective as possible.
Staff the candidate during call time.
Track progress of the call time program and produce regular reports for the candidate, senior staff and key partners.
Organize and staff donor meetings with the candidate.
Plan and successfully execute fundraising events.
Develop a plan to cultivate and grow grassroots giving to the campaign.
Research potential donors.
Create and maintain systems for prospecting, donor tracking, and reporting to donors.
Leverage press hits or current events into fundraising across tools: events, call time, social media, etc.
Work with candidate, staff, and key partners to set fundraising goals, update projections, train in fundraising skills, and track/report on success, and build strong finance operations that support their campaign budget.
Ideal Experience, Skills, and Characteristics
Demonstrated commitment to progressive values and policy priorities
Experience with community or electoral organizing and movement building
Understanding of Excel/Google Sheets with the capability to effectively organize fundraising data.
Outstanding interpersonal skills, especially conflict resolution, listening, and ability to communicate professionally and empathetically
Strong organizational skills with an attention to detail
Comfort and ability to seek support and resources from others, including receiving and incorporating feedback
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Critical and creative thinking skills
Self-starter with great time management and problem-solving skills
Resourceful organizer who can build new systems and strategies from the ground up
At least one cycle of campaign experience with knowledge of NGP VAN and campaign finance
Willingness to work irregular hours and weekends
Compensation and Benefits Package
The monthly salary range for the finance director is $5,000-$6,500, depending on experience and cost of living. The campaign will provide health insurance.
Location
We are looking for finance directors cross the country! Let us know which regions you are willing to relocate to.
Our campaigns are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
