Finance Manager

Salary: 60,000-$70,000, based on relevant fundraising experience.
Location: Washington, DC Preferred. We are committed to finding the right person for the job and are open to candidates in other locations; though feel the position is best suited near our headquarters in DC.

Job Overview

Are you passionate about driving impactful change and maximizing fundraising efforts? The National Democratic Redistricting Committee (NDRC) and affiliated organizations are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Finance Manager to join our team! If you are ready to take the next step in your fundraising career, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are ready to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

• Donor Program Management: Manage a middle-range donor program ($5,000-$25,000) through strategic development, cultivation, and follow-up.
• Donor Information Research & Tracking: Conduct in-depth donor prospecting and background research to help us expand our universe of donors. Maintain our donor database, records, departmental calendars, trackers, and other essential materials.
• Donor Outreach Support: Assist with preparation for principal call time and ensure appropriate follow-up. Prepare detailed briefings and meeting materials for principals and staff.
• Correspondence: Organize mailings and handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including drafting thank you notes and letters.
• Intern Management: Hire and manage intern tasks to support our fundraising efforts.
• Event Support: Build, support, and staff events as needed to engage and cultivate donors.
• Administrative Assistance: Provide additional administrative and logistical assistance as required.

Essential Qualifications

• Excellent Communicator: Strong time-management and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Detail-Oriented: Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple projects at once.
• Team Player: Ability to work effectively in a team within a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Fundraising Experience: Prior experience in fundraising is essential.
• Proactive: A self-starter who can take initiative and follow directions.
• CRM Familiarity: Experience with NGP VAN or a similar CRM is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Donor Research Experience: Previous experience conducting donor research and prospecting.
• Campaign Experience: Prior experience as an intern or full-time fundraising staff on a local, statewide, or federal campaign, at a PAC, nonprofit, or political organization.

Work Conditions

While someone based in the DC area is preferred, this is a fully remote position with the possibility to travel to DC for All-Staff Retreats. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Other Info

• Location: Washington, DC Preferred. We are committed to finding the right person for the job and are open to candidates in other locations; though feel the position is best suited near our headquarters in DC.
• Salary: $60,000-$70,000, based on relevant fundraising experience.
• Benefits: Paid time off, immediate access to the organization’s 401(k) program with up to a 4% match, health care, dental and vision coverage, along with a stipend for cell phone use.
• Deadline: Position will remain open until filled. Candidates who apply by the end of day on Sunday, July 14, 2024 will be prioritized.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to effectively communicate. The employee may be required to sit or stand in a stationary position 50% of the time. This position constantly operates a computer and other office productivity equipment. The NDRC adheres to ADA compliance and guidelines as a common practice.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Policy

The NDRC and its affiliates are committed to building a staff that reflects the diverse communities that make up our country. The NDRC and its affiliates prohibit discrimination of employment, promotion, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment on the basis of gender, disability, race, age, national origin, color, creed, sexual orientation, sex (including marital and parental status), gender identity and expression, religion, economic status, ethnic identity, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of the NDRC and its affiliates, including opportunity for employment and treatment as a NDRC employee. The NDRC and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. We appreciate all applicants, but please be advised that our capacity allows us to only respond to those candidates best qualified for the position.