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Chief Development Officer

We Are Next

We Are NEXT is looking for a passionate volunteer leader to help build and sustain the financial resources necessary to advance our mission and expand our impact.

Donate your time and expertise to help our core group of volunteers create a more perfect union and a democracy that truly puts the people first.

About the Role

As Chief Development Officer, you will:

  • Lead the development and implementation of fundraising strategies that support We Are NEXT’s growth and sustainability.
  • Cultivate relationships with donors, foundations, sponsors, and strategic partners to expand financial support and community engagement.
  • Oversee fundraising campaigns, donor stewardship, grant development, and development communications.
  • Collaborate with leadership to establish fundraising goals, revenue targets, and long‑term development priorities.
  • Build and support a culture of philanthropy throughout the organization.

Who We Are

We Are NEXT is a grassroots, volunteer‑driven organization committed to creating a more equitable society. Our mission is to establish a democracy where freedom, opportunity, and security are available to all, where equality is paramount, where government corruption is exposed, and where laws are made with the people’s best interests in mind.

We focus on developing actionable policies that foster a flourishing, transparent, and accountable government. We aim to identify and empower new leaders at both the state and federal levels who are committed to integrity, justice, and real change. Our work is centered on rewriting the rules of governance to build a movement for democracy that honors justice and serves future generations.

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking individuals who are passionate about philanthropy, relationship‑building, and creating sustainable resources that drive meaningful change.

We are looking for candidates who are excited about progressive politics and are dedicated to the idea that we can change what is happening in our country.

Ideal candidates will be strategic thinkers, strong communicators, and collaborative leaders with experience in fundraising, donor engagement, grant development, sponsorships, or nonprofit development.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, donor relations, or grant writing
  • Proven ability to cultivate and steward donor and partner relationships
  • Strong communication, presentation, and relationship‑building skills
  • Experience developing fundraising campaigns or revenue‑generation strategies
  • Flexible time commitment based on organizational needs
  • Remote

Instructions for Applying

Applicants must be U.S. citizens to qualify for consideration.

Please fill out this form to apply:

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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