Ohio Democratic Party: Finance Associate

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ABOUT OHIO

State Parties are responsible for building infrastructure necessary for successful candidate campaigns up and down the ballot. Over the last few years, Ohio Democrats built a year-round organizing model driven by local community activists and volunteers. Ohio Dems are testing new technology and programs to build a modern, data-driven and nimble force to elect Democrats statewide now and in the future. In 2026, every statewide office will be on the ballot – including the governor’s race and a special election to elect a U.S. Senator in the seat currently occupied by appointed Senator Jon Husted. With 3 DCCC Frontline Races to protect and 3 additional seats targeted by the DCCC, the path to a Democratic majority in the U.S. House and Senate will once again run through Ohio in 2026.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Ohio Democrats seek a talented, passionate professional for the role of Finance Associate for the 2026 cycle based out of the Ohio Democratic Party headquarters in Columbus, OH. We are seeking an enthusiastic fundraiser who will help serve as a strategic asset to the Ohio Democratic Party’s fundraising operation. The Finance Associate will work closely with the Finance Director to ensure that the major donor fundraising program is as strong as possible, and assist with other aspects of the fundraising program (such as events) as well. Specifically, the Finance Associate will:

ROLE OVERVIEW

• Staff the Ohio Democratic Party Chair during call time and at fundraising events and meetings as needed

• Responsible for drafting fundraising and donor memos

• Responsible for following up with donors regarding their contributions

• Prospect potential major donors and develop call sheets

• Assist with maintenance of the ODP fundraising database

• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior political experience – at least 1 cycle of fundraising experience preferred but not required

• Experience identifying and cultivating new and existing relationships with donors, prospective donors, partner organizations and key stakeholders – preferred but not required

• Strong attention to detail, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and able to manage multiple simultaneous projects and priorities

• Ability to take and implement feedback

• Car and valid driver’s license

• Experience with NGP 8 and ActBlue preferred

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Excellent in interpersonal and customer service skills

• Clear, effective, high-quality writer

• Strong communication skills with the ability to respond promptly and professionally to internal and external stakeholders

• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously while maintaining attention detail

• Exceptional time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities

• Committed to the values and practices of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace with the ability to take feedback and learn

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Passionate and thoughtful about what and how they do work and whom they work with

• Resilient, resourceful, and adaptive to priority shifts and change (big and small)

• The ability to be flexible to meet changing needs in a dynamic work environment

• Kind but willing to apply soft elbows when needed

• Realistic but positive in outlook, not ego- or turf-driven, able to focus on opportunities when faced with challenges

• Collaborative by nature

• Fully invested in the success of Ohio Democrats

The salary range will be $4,000-5,000 per month and full benefits, including PTO, health, dental, and voluntary vision insurance. The hourly expectation will fluctuate depending on the campaign cycle, but will be a minimum of 40 hours per week. Housing will not be provided. Applicants must live in or be willing to relocate to Columbus, Ohio.

Ohio Democrats recognize our success requires a diverse mix of talented people. We are focused on building a staff that is diverse in race, gender and gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different. Candidates of color, women, LGBTQI, and more are encouraged to apply. This is a cycle position and ends on December 31, 2026, with the potential to extend.