Development & Engagement Associate

Development & Engagement Associate -- Job Description

Location: Remote

Forward Majority

State legislatures are ground zero in the fight for democracy. Since 2017, Forward Majority has been a leading organization at the frontline of the fight to accelerate Democratic power in state legislatures. To date, we’ve mobilized over $120 million to advance our mission.

The Role

On the heels of Democrats’ historic state level success in 2025, and as we continue to build and scale our work in the years ahead, Forward Majority seeks a Development & Engagement Associate as an essential addition to our Development team. This role will directly report to the Development Director.

Ideally this candidate will have:

• 2–4 years of relevant experience in development, operations, finance, or political/nonprofit administration
• Comfort working across databases and tools such as NGP/EveryAction, ActBlue, Numero, and Google Workspace
• A reputation as a diligent, detail-oriented self-starter and strong team player
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with comfort handling sensitive and time-bound information
• Demonstrated ability to manage recurring processes, deadlines, and multiple priorities simultaneously
• A commitment to working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment with evolving needs

Responsibilities include:

Development Operations & Donor Engagement

• Support fundraising operations across PAC, 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(3) entities in close coordination with the Development Director
• Process and upload contributions into NGP/EveryAction and maintain accurate donor records
• Maintain and update fundraising pipelines in Numero, ensuring contributions, correspondence, and donor activity are tracked consistently
• Coordinate timely donor acknowledgements and stewardship efforts, including thank-you emails and follow-up communications
• Support donor cultivation by tracking meetings, outreach, and engagement opportunities
• Coordinate with external digital fundraising consultants to manage approvals, reporting, and internal communication flow
• Compile and share regular digital fundraising updates and performance reports with senior leadership and the development team
• Support quarterly fundraising goal-setting and tracking in collaboration with the development team

Funder Materials Development

• In coordination with the Development Director, help refine and develop pitch materials for funder cultivation
• Support Development Director in updating proposals, decks, memos, and associated collateral, incorporating feedback and refining messaging and positioning
• Prepare donor briefings and customized materials for meetings, events, and presentations

Finance & Compliance Coordination

• Provide administrative and operational support to the finance and compliance team, including reviewing and approving outgoing ACHs and wires
• Ensure payments align with invoices and internal documentation
• Assist with compliance-related tracking and documentation across fundraising and finance systems

Executive & Internal Coordination

• Manage and coordinate the CEO’s calendar, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and supporting follow-up
• Track grant agreements and reporting deadlines; assist with the preparation and submission of grant reports
• Assist with planning donor meetings, travel, and events
• Manage and support CEO travel and staffing needs, including travel logistics, briefing materials, and on-the-ground support as needed

To Apply: Please send resume and cover letter to jobs@forwardmajority.org with “Development & Engagement Associate” in the subject line. The deadline to apply for this role is March 2nd, 2026. We appreciate your interest, and will be in touch with candidates whose qualifications meet the needs of this position.

Compensation & Benefits: The salary for this position is $55,000 - $65,000 annually with a full benefits package that includes healthcare (100% premium coverage for employees), a 401k plan with an employer match, and much more, plus an opportunity to join a fantastic team and meaningfully contribute to the future of our democracy!

Forward Majority is a political organization and equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, those with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ community are strongly urged to apply. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, marital status or medical condition.

Conducting in-person activities for this role is required. Contact jobs@forwardmajority.org for accommodations and exemptions.