Voters Not Politicians
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: Part-Time Development Associate
Voters Not Politicians (VNP) is an exciting, volunteer-driven, nonpartisan nonprofit organization whose mission is to strengthen democracy in Michigan through effective citizen action. VNP is made up of thousands of everyday Michiganders who united to end gerrymandering in Michigan in 2018 and to expand voting access in 2022. We continue to make structural changes to ensure that our elected officials work for the people, including efforts to advance campaign finance reform in Michigan, opposing anti-voter policies, and providing critical support and resources for voters around election periods.
This is a part-time, remote/hybrid position in the state of Michigan. Proximity to the Lansing area is preferred.
Objective:
This position reports directly to the Development Director and supports the fundraising department.
The position is remote, with quarterly in-person meetings.
Primary duties include mail processing and bank deposits, EveryAction entries, contribution reports, donor research, occasional in-person and virtual fundraising events, and assistance with grant writing and grant research.
General responsibilities:
Pick up and process the organization’s physical mail each week (P.O. Box is located in Lansing), and make bank deposits
Receive, enter, process, acknowledge, and steward all individual and organizational contributions from all sources (mail, in-person, online, EFTs, merchandise, third party, etc.)
Manage and maintain the EveryAction donor database, including removing duplicates, updating addresses, and documenting development-related contact history
Maintain a calendar of fundraising tasks and deadlines
Track grants from proposal to reporting, including managing documents in the Google drive
Work closely with the Operations Department to ensure that finance and development records track together
Pull and clean donor lists for direct mail and other outreach
Track and submit contribution information and required reporting for the BQC and VAC
Oversee and ensure PCI compliance for credit card contributions
Provide financial and donor reports to the Development Director and Board as needed
Support the Development Director and Executive Director in seeking and securing major gifts, including conducting donor research.
Maintain organization information in listings such as Guidestar
Remain informed of and implement all gift acceptance and reporting guidelines per IRS and industry ethical standards
Gift Management:
Track and process contributions received by mail
Track and record contributions that come in via electronic funds transfer
Follow up with donors who make inquiries about payment/gift methods
Provide paper receipts for those who request them
Provide cumulative or reprint receipts upon request
Send information to honorees for honor/memory gifts
Do required end of year tax receipts for c3 donors
In coordination with the Development Director, provide custom thank yous for special gifts
In coordination with the Development Director, execute stewardship strategies for key stakeholders
Special Events:
With the Development Director, strategize event needs and help execute event planning
Monitor and record event RSVPs and payments
Monitor and record sponsorship commitments/pledges/payments/thank yous
Monitor and maintain data collected during events
Preferred Qualities and Skills:
Detailed oriented
Love of data and research
Experience with spreadsheets and databases
Ability to translate data into different communications styles
Excellent collaborator
Strong interpersonal skills
To Apply:
Email cover letter, resume, and references to Jobs@VotersNotPoliticians.com. Applications are considered on a rolling basis. Deadline to apply is February 28th, 2026. Priority deadline for applications is February 10, 2026.
Salary range for this part-time, 24 hour per week position, is $25,000-$30,000 per year depending on experience. Benefits include a 401k with employer match, QSEHRA health insurance reimbursement, flexible work schedule, and paid holidays.
Voters Not Politicians is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Part-time
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Work Location: Remote/Hybrid
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: Part-Time Development Associate
Voters Not Politicians (VNP) is an exciting, volunteer-driven, nonpartisan nonprofit organization whose mission is to strengthen democracy in Michigan through effective citizen action. VNP is made up of thousands of everyday Michiganders who united to end gerrymandering in Michigan in 2018 and to expand voting access in 2022. We continue to make structural changes to ensure that our elected officials work for the people, including efforts to advance campaign finance reform in Michigan, opposing anti-voter policies, and providing critical support and resources for voters around election periods.
This is a part-time, remote/hybrid position in the state of Michigan. Proximity to the Lansing area is preferred.
Objective:
This position reports directly to the Development Director and supports the fundraising department.
The position is remote, with quarterly in-person meetings.
Primary duties include mail processing and bank deposits, EveryAction entries, contribution reports, donor research, occasional in-person and virtual fundraising events, and assistance with grant writing and grant research.
General responsibilities:
Pick up and process the organization’s physical mail each week (P.O. Box is located in Lansing), and make bank deposits
Receive, enter, process, acknowledge, and steward all individual and organizational contributions from all sources (mail, in-person, online, EFTs, merchandise, third party, etc.)
Manage and maintain the EveryAction donor database, including removing duplicates, updating addresses, and documenting development-related contact history
Maintain a calendar of fundraising tasks and deadlines
Track grants from proposal to reporting, including managing documents in the Google drive
Work closely with the Operations Department to ensure that finance and development records track together
Pull and clean donor lists for direct mail and other outreach
Track and submit contribution information and required reporting for the BQC and VAC
Oversee and ensure PCI compliance for credit card contributions
Provide financial and donor reports to the Development Director and Board as needed
Support the Development Director and Executive Director in seeking and securing major gifts, including conducting donor research.
Maintain organization information in listings such as Guidestar
Remain informed of and implement all gift acceptance and reporting guidelines per IRS and industry ethical standards
Gift Management:
Track and process contributions received by mail
Track and record contributions that come in via electronic funds transfer
Follow up with donors who make inquiries about payment/gift methods
Provide paper receipts for those who request them
Provide cumulative or reprint receipts upon request
Send information to honorees for honor/memory gifts
Do required end of year tax receipts for c3 donors
In coordination with the Development Director, provide custom thank yous for special gifts
In coordination with the Development Director, execute stewardship strategies for key stakeholders
Special Events:
With the Development Director, strategize event needs and help execute event planning
Monitor and record event RSVPs and payments
Monitor and record sponsorship commitments/pledges/payments/thank yous
Monitor and maintain data collected during events
Preferred Qualities and Skills:
Detailed oriented
Love of data and research
Experience with spreadsheets and databases
Ability to translate data into different communications styles
Excellent collaborator
Strong interpersonal skills
To Apply:
Email cover letter, resume, and references to Jobs@VotersNotPoliticians.com. Applications are considered on a rolling basis. Deadline to apply is February 28th, 2026. Priority deadline for applications is February 10, 2026.
Salary range for this part-time, 24 hour per week position, is $25,000-$30,000 per year depending on experience. Benefits include a 401k with employer match, QSEHRA health insurance reimbursement, flexible work schedule, and paid holidays.
Voters Not Politicians is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Part-time
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Work Location: Remote/Hybrid
Voters Not Politicians
Michigan
Voters Not Politicians
Executive Director Job Description
May 3rd, 2024
About Voters Not Politicians
Voters Not Politicians is a bold and innovative volunteer-powered, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization whose mission is to strengthen democracy through effective citizen action. We are thousands of everyday Michiganders who have transformed the political landscape of Michigan by ending gerrymandering, expanding voting access, and protecting our fundamental right to vote, doing through direct democracy what our politicians would not. With Michigan lacking robust anti-corruption laws and our elections flooded by dark and corporate money, Voters Not Politicians will continue to make structural changes in Michigan to put voters at the center of policymaking while helping groups in other states achieve transformative successes of their own. As stated in the first line of the state’s constitution, “All political power is inherent in the people.”
Executive Director Position
The next Executive Director (ED) of the Voters Not Politicians family of organizations (Voters Not Politicians or VNP) will have the opportunity to capitalize on VNP’s experience and national reputation as a formidable changemaker and lead the organization into its next chapter. This is a high profile, demanding role that requires exceptional leadership skills combined with a passionate commitment to movement building. The Executive Director must have a growth mentality with a “do it now” attitude.
The Executive Director is responsible for providing leadership, direction, and planning for the Voters Not Politicians 501(c)(4), Voters Education Fund 501(c)(3), Voters Not Politicians Ballot Committee, and Voters Action Committee SuperPAC. The Executive Director is also responsible for providing clear strategic direction and creating an inclusive, supportive, stimulating, and challenging environment for staff and volunteers. The Executive Director provides vision and leadership to develop organizational capacities and capabilities, including people, content, skills, and operating processes, to sustain and advance the organizations’ missions and goals as established by their respective Boards of Directors.
The Executive Director is the leader and vocal champion of the organizations and is responsible for implementing their programs and leading all fundraising initiatives. The Executive Director is the liaison between the Board, staff, and volunteers. The Executive Director reports to, seeks guidance from, and provides support to the Boards of Directors.
This is a full-time, remote position in the state of Michigan, and the next Executive Director must live in Michigan or be willing to relocate. The expected start date for this position is December 2, 2024. The primary responsibilities of this position, with respect to each organization, are in five areas:
Strategy and Direction
Develops, with input from the Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers, the strategic vision for the organization;
Responsible for developing the innovative, grassroots aspects of strategy, and champions how to achieve objectives with nontraditional tactics that align with values (nonpartisan, grassroots, citizen-led, inclusive, volunteer empowerment);
Consults with subject matter experts as needed for strategy and policy development;
Reports progress on goal and operational issues to the Boards of Directors in writing prior to scheduled Board meetings and participates in those meetings as a non-voting member;
Works with the volunteers, staff, Board members, partners, and consultants as necessary to develop strategic solutions to complex challenges; and
Keeps Boards informed of significant developments and changes in the internal and external environment and supports staff and volunteers to inform the entire organization.
Communications, culture, and values
Is a campaign and organization spokesperson, giving interviews and attending internal and external events, and championing the organization and mission to stakeholders;
Models and represents the organization’s culture and values, both internally and externally;
Spearheads programs aimed to ensure the Voters Not Politicians community is diverse, equitable and inclusive;
Collaborates with communications team and consultants to ensure effective external written and verbal communications about the organization and its mission, priorities, programs, and activities; and
Supports program and development teams in creating and maintaining beneficial relationships with donors, funders, supporters, collaborators, allies, vendors, and other stakeholders, according to the strategic plan.
Staff and Leadership
Cultivates and maintains relationships with political and nonprofit groups across Michigan and nationwide in accordance with the strategic plan and vision of the organization;
Leads process of hiring full-time staff;
Supports the Boards and their committees in carrying out their work;
Works with staff to ensure that the operation of the organization meets the expectations of the Boards of Directors and funders;
Supports staff in meeting their professional and personal development goals; and
Cultivates a culture of mental, emotional, and physical health and well-being.
Governance and Administration
Works with the Board Chairs to help ensure the strategic plan directives and policies are communicated and understood by staff and volunteers;
Supports Board recruitment efforts;
Directs staff to ensure the Boards’ directives, policies, and resolutions are carried out; and
Supports staff and Finance Committee to prepare and present an annual budget to the Boards of Directors.
Finance and Fundraising
Oversees the Senior Development Director;
Drives key results in resource development, which includes identifying, cultivating, and soliciting prospective donors and key leaders of prospective new partners; leveraging personal and professional contacts and relationships into fundraising opportunities; and promoting a culture of fundraising in the organization, both at the staff and Board level; and
Works with the staff and Boards to create long term budgetary and financial plans, reviews financial data on a regular basis; and
Makes financial projections for the organization and closely monitors fiscal health indicators such cash flows, tax compliance, and risk management strategies as needed.
Skills and Attributes:
Ability to inspire passion, action, and trust, and to agitate for change
Passion for democracy work and an understanding of the democracy space
Understanding of policy and state-level legislative process
Passion for volunteer-led activism
Growth mentality with a “do it now” attitude
Track record in financial management, stewardship, and strategies to increase revenue
Excellent organization and time management skills
Team leadership and project management experience
Deep skill in communications with the public, media, and legislature
Experience leading 501(c)(4)’s and political campaigns preferred
If you do not have direct experience in any of these areas, we encourage you to let us know how other experiences have equipped you to succeed in those parts of the role.
To Apply:
Email cover letter, resume, and references to jobs@votersnotpoliticians.com . Deadline to apply is June 12, 2024.
Salary range is $140,000 - $155,000 per year, negotiable depending on experience and candidate qualifications. Benefits include a 401k with up to 6% employer match, QSEHRA health insurance reimbursement, flexible work schedule, and paid holidays.
Voters Not Politicians is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Voters Not Politicians
Executive Director Job Description
May 3rd, 2024
About Voters Not Politicians
Voters Not Politicians is a bold and innovative volunteer-powered, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization whose mission is to strengthen democracy through effective citizen action. We are thousands of everyday Michiganders who have transformed the political landscape of Michigan by ending gerrymandering, expanding voting access, and protecting our fundamental right to vote, doing through direct democracy what our politicians would not. With Michigan lacking robust anti-corruption laws and our elections flooded by dark and corporate money, Voters Not Politicians will continue to make structural changes in Michigan to put voters at the center of policymaking while helping groups in other states achieve transformative successes of their own. As stated in the first line of the state’s constitution, “All political power is inherent in the people.”
Executive Director Position
The next Executive Director (ED) of the Voters Not Politicians family of organizations (Voters Not Politicians or VNP) will have the opportunity to capitalize on VNP’s experience and national reputation as a formidable changemaker and lead the organization into its next chapter. This is a high profile, demanding role that requires exceptional leadership skills combined with a passionate commitment to movement building. The Executive Director must have a growth mentality with a “do it now” attitude.
The Executive Director is responsible for providing leadership, direction, and planning for the Voters Not Politicians 501(c)(4), Voters Education Fund 501(c)(3), Voters Not Politicians Ballot Committee, and Voters Action Committee SuperPAC. The Executive Director is also responsible for providing clear strategic direction and creating an inclusive, supportive, stimulating, and challenging environment for staff and volunteers. The Executive Director provides vision and leadership to develop organizational capacities and capabilities, including people, content, skills, and operating processes, to sustain and advance the organizations’ missions and goals as established by their respective Boards of Directors.
The Executive Director is the leader and vocal champion of the organizations and is responsible for implementing their programs and leading all fundraising initiatives. The Executive Director is the liaison between the Board, staff, and volunteers. The Executive Director reports to, seeks guidance from, and provides support to the Boards of Directors.
This is a full-time, remote position in the state of Michigan, and the next Executive Director must live in Michigan or be willing to relocate. The expected start date for this position is December 2, 2024. The primary responsibilities of this position, with respect to each organization, are in five areas:
Strategy and Direction
Develops, with input from the Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers, the strategic vision for the organization;
Responsible for developing the innovative, grassroots aspects of strategy, and champions how to achieve objectives with nontraditional tactics that align with values (nonpartisan, grassroots, citizen-led, inclusive, volunteer empowerment);
Consults with subject matter experts as needed for strategy and policy development;
Reports progress on goal and operational issues to the Boards of Directors in writing prior to scheduled Board meetings and participates in those meetings as a non-voting member;
Works with the volunteers, staff, Board members, partners, and consultants as necessary to develop strategic solutions to complex challenges; and
Keeps Boards informed of significant developments and changes in the internal and external environment and supports staff and volunteers to inform the entire organization.
Communications, culture, and values
Is a campaign and organization spokesperson, giving interviews and attending internal and external events, and championing the organization and mission to stakeholders;
Models and represents the organization’s culture and values, both internally and externally;
Spearheads programs aimed to ensure the Voters Not Politicians community is diverse, equitable and inclusive;
Collaborates with communications team and consultants to ensure effective external written and verbal communications about the organization and its mission, priorities, programs, and activities; and
Supports program and development teams in creating and maintaining beneficial relationships with donors, funders, supporters, collaborators, allies, vendors, and other stakeholders, according to the strategic plan.
Staff and Leadership
Cultivates and maintains relationships with political and nonprofit groups across Michigan and nationwide in accordance with the strategic plan and vision of the organization;
Leads process of hiring full-time staff;
Supports the Boards and their committees in carrying out their work;
Works with staff to ensure that the operation of the organization meets the expectations of the Boards of Directors and funders;
Supports staff in meeting their professional and personal development goals; and
Cultivates a culture of mental, emotional, and physical health and well-being.
Governance and Administration
Works with the Board Chairs to help ensure the strategic plan directives and policies are communicated and understood by staff and volunteers;
Supports Board recruitment efforts;
Directs staff to ensure the Boards’ directives, policies, and resolutions are carried out; and
Supports staff and Finance Committee to prepare and present an annual budget to the Boards of Directors.
Finance and Fundraising
Oversees the Senior Development Director;
Drives key results in resource development, which includes identifying, cultivating, and soliciting prospective donors and key leaders of prospective new partners; leveraging personal and professional contacts and relationships into fundraising opportunities; and promoting a culture of fundraising in the organization, both at the staff and Board level; and
Works with the staff and Boards to create long term budgetary and financial plans, reviews financial data on a regular basis; and
Makes financial projections for the organization and closely monitors fiscal health indicators such cash flows, tax compliance, and risk management strategies as needed.
Skills and Attributes:
Ability to inspire passion, action, and trust, and to agitate for change
Passion for democracy work and an understanding of the democracy space
Understanding of policy and state-level legislative process
Passion for volunteer-led activism
Growth mentality with a “do it now” attitude
Track record in financial management, stewardship, and strategies to increase revenue
Excellent organization and time management skills
Team leadership and project management experience
Deep skill in communications with the public, media, and legislature
Experience leading 501(c)(4)’s and political campaigns preferred
If you do not have direct experience in any of these areas, we encourage you to let us know how other experiences have equipped you to succeed in those parts of the role.
To Apply:
Email cover letter, resume, and references to jobs@votersnotpoliticians.com . Deadline to apply is June 12, 2024.
Salary range is $140,000 - $155,000 per year, negotiable depending on experience and candidate qualifications. Benefits include a 401k with up to 6% employer match, QSEHRA health insurance reimbursement, flexible work schedule, and paid holidays.
Voters Not Politicians is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
