Description
Political Fundraising Firm in New York City is seeking a Deputy Finance Director position to aid in the advancement and fundraising of New York City & State clients for the 2026 cycle. This position will be responsible for implementing comprehensive fundraising plans for several clients, managing call time, helping plan and execute low and high-dollar fundraising events, and working on donor research and prospecting. This position will also be responsible for assisting in the execution of compliance programs.
This opportunity provides hands-on leadership experience in the field of New York City & State political fundraising. Candidates should be hard-working, organized, have a strong ability to multitask, work independently and think creatively to problem solve.
Expectations include:
- Collaborate and assist the finance director and fundraising team to implement strategic finance plans, driving fundraising success across multiple clients simultaneously.
- Organize and staff candidate call times, ensuring seamless execution of schedules and priorities.
- Assist in planning and execution of engaging fundraising events, including low-dollar grassroots events and high-dollar gatherings with top donors.
- Conduct thorough donor research and prospecting to expand client fundraising networks.
- Assist in maintaining and managing client databases and finance plans in a timely manner, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal requirements.
- Coordinate logistics for travel and provide hands-on support during fundraising events and meetings.
- Prepare detailed background materials for client briefings, events, and donor meetings.
- Assist in managing accounts within the City & State practice and ensuring the team reaches monthly and bi-annual filing goals.
Requirements
- 2-4 years of campaign finance experience, previous experience as a fundraising associate or call time manager preferred
- Donor prospecting and research experience is strongly preferred, but not required
- Knowledge of Excel and Google Docs is a must, NGP is strongly preferred
- Knowledge of Numero and iWave is encouraged
- Strong written and communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail, highly organized
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Excellent time management
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, as needed
