What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regional Finance Assistant position at DCCC?
Description
Reports To: Regional Finance Director
Department: Finance
Work Location: Hybrid (WFH & DC Headquarters)
Job Type: Full-Time, Salary Exempt
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) is the official national Democratic campaign committee charged with electing Democrats to the U. S. House of Representatives. The DCCC recruits Democratic candidates and supports Democratic campaigns – both challengers and Democratic incumbent Members – with a variety of services including field operations, fundraising support, communications assistance, digital strategy, research support and management consulting. The DCCC is supported by the contributions of individuals and organizations, along with Democratic Members, from throughout the country. We look for talented and hard-working professionals who are committed to electing Democrats and winning the House majority.
Due to the cyclical nature of our organization, all positions are subject to separation at the end of the election cycle.
Position Summary:
The Regional Finance Assistant is a member of the DCCC’s finance department, which is devoted to raising major donor contributions for the committee from individuals, as well as other entities depending on the region. A successful regional assistant will be organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented, creative, and hard-working. The regional assistant will work closely with the region’s Finance Directors and Deputy Directors to execute logistics for fundraising events (virtually or in-person), create event briefing materials for principals, keep accurate department records, and ensure that contributions are processed correctly and that donors are thanked for their support in a timely manner.
This position is part of a collective bargaining unit.
Responsibilities:
- Support Regional Finance Directors and Deputy Directors in the day-to-day fundraising operations for the DCCC finance department;
- Facilitate in the development and execution of all fundraising events;
- Work with Members of Congress as well as the donor community;
- Manage the NGP and ActBlue database and maintain data integrity.
- Prepare donor meeting and event materials as necessary;
- Provide key administrative and organizational support to the finance team;
- Improve and maintain accurate financial records;
- Track all pledges to members and candidates during call time, as well as ensure pledge follow up is done in a timely manner;
- Staffing events and travel as needed;
- Other duties as necessary to ensure the success of the Finance team.
Requirements
- 1 year of political fundraising experience, or comparable non-profit/advocacy fundraising experience required;
- 1 year of administrative experience preferred;
- NGP experience is preferred;
- Travel may be required for this position;
- Desire to work in a fast-paced environment;
- Commitment to the election of Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives;
- Familiarity with Democratic political actors and landscape a plus;
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite;
- Excellent interpersonal skills;
- Superior time management, attention to detail and multi-tasking abilities;
- Proactively fosters an inclusive atmosphere and commitment to equal employment opportunities
- Ability to demonstrate multicultural competence – the awareness, knowledge and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant and productive ways;
- Personal and professional commitment to promoting and investing in cross-cultural skills and awareness related to individuals from broad backgrounds, races, ethnicities, religions, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and disability;
- Proven interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to build relationships with staff at all levels.
Why You Should Work Here:
- We recognize and reward hard work
- Learn, develop, and hone professional skills related to running and operating multi-dimensional political campaigns and the operating systems that support the campaigns
- Experience working with the largest Democratic battlefield, containing numerous highly competitive campaigns in diverse districts across the nation
- Opportunities to expand your network and engage with policy makers, political candidates, Democratic Party leaders and a diverse team of professionals and colleagues
- Gain experience in cross-team interaction and exposure to other functions and departments within the DCCC
- Equity and inclusion are core values actively integrated into decisions made at Senior Team and Department levels
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision plans with premiums fully paid for by DCCC
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) and Life Insurance fully paid for by DCCC
- More than 25 days of paid time off (which includes federal holidays, time off around the holidays, vacation, and sick days)
- Paid parental leave
- Fertility and growing family support with $10,000 subsidiary paid by DCCC
- Pet Insurance Discount
- Up to 6% retirement employer match contribution
- Long-term Disability fully paid for by DCCC
- Monthly mobile phone stipend
- Monthly metro benefits (for employees located in the DC metro area only)
- Gym Access (for employees located in the DC metro area only)
- Capital Bikeshare Discount (for employees located in the DC metro area only)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Resource Groups
Diversity Mission Statement:
The diversity mission of DCCC is for DCCC to reflect the diversity of the country, which strengthens the core mission of electing House Democrats. To that end, DCCC strives to create an inclusive environment that cultivates and supports equal employment opportunities at every organizational level, including its staff, candidates, vendors, and contractors.
Equal Opportunity/Diversity Policy:
DCCC prohibits discrimination of employment, promotion, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, sex (including marital and parental status), religion, age, disability, actual or perceived gender identity or expression, weight, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, economic status, genetic information, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. DCCC is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.
Salary : $52,500