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Amount of money distributed in 2020 to over 60 partner organizations and conducted research focused on voters across multiple battleground states.
Amount of money distributed in the first half of 2022 to organizations fighting for increased transparency and accountability in our government, voter engagement, and redistricting efforts.
Public Wise Benefits
Benefits include health care, vision, dental, and 401k. We strongly encourage people of color, people with dis/abilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, or members of other marginalized communities to apply. Public Wise offers a stipend for home office setup. Staff is offered 20 PTO days per calendar year and a student loan repayment benefit. Public Wise requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless a medical or reasonable accommodation request has been granted.
Open Positions
Fundraising Director
We are looking to hire an experienced Fundraising Director with strong donor relations to help Public Wise grow and increase our impact in the field. This individual will build rapport with a diverse field of donors, foundations, and other funding sources to increase Public Wise’s budget by $3-$5 million annually, and will work with key partner organizations to ensure they are meeting their fundraising goals. The position reports to the Executive Director.
Scope of Work
- Raise $3 million annually for Public Wise, with bonus incentives in place for up to $5 million raised.
- Create innovative short and long term fundraising plans for Public Wise and build philanthropic culture within the organization.
- Build out a diverse fundraising base including individual donors, foundations, corporate donors, and grants to support Public Wise’s 501c3 and 501c4, and future PAC.
- Work alongside Partnerships Director to plan and execute fundraising events and development workshops for partner organizations, craft fundraising plans with individual partner organizations, and pitch to donors on behalf of partner organizations.
Requirements
- Ideal candidates will have extensive prior fundraising experience, thrive in a start-up environment, have excellent communication skills, and be able to work effectively alongside the Executive Director and other senior staff members.
- Have at least five years of experience working with major donors.
- Experience working in organizing, campaigns, and government relations is a plus.
The salary for this role is $175,000, with additional bonuses paid for fundraising above the minimum set goal. This full-time position is completely remote, however, travel will be required.
How to Apply
- Send your cover letter, writing sample, and resume including fundraising history to [email protected]
Fundraising Coordinator
We are looking to hire an experienced Fundraising Coordinator with strong event planning, project management, and donor relations skills to help Public Wise grow and increase our impact in the field. This individual will be responsible for managing all Public Wise events, both in-person and virtually, and support Senior Staff in external relationship building. The position reports to the Director of Fundraising but will work closely with the Executive Director and Chief of Staff.
Scope of Work
- Lead planning and execution of stakeholder events, logistics, and post-event follow-up.
- Write and send thank you letters to Public Wise donors.
- Provide administrative support for the Executive Director and Chief of Staff.
- Represent Public Wise at external events when applicable.
- Support on short and long term fundraising plans for Public Wise and philanthropic culture within the organization.
- Assist senior staff in building out a diverse fundraising base including individual donors, foundations, corporate donors, and grants to support Public Wise’s 501c3 and 501c4, and PAC.
- Travel as needed to advance and staff events.
Requirements
- Ideal candidates will have event planning, project management and fundraising experience, thrive in a start-up environment, have excellent communication skills, and be able to work effectively alongside the Executive Director, Chief of Staff, and other senior staff members.
- Have at least 3 years of experience working in event planning, donor relations, or in an administrative support role.
- Experience working in organizing, campaigns, and government relations is a plus.
The salary for this role is $75,000. This full-time position is completely remote, however, periodic travel may be required.
How to Apply
- Send your cover letter, resume, and writing sample to [email protected]