Deputy Finance Director

Overview

The Kentucky Democratic Party has an opening for a Deputy Finance Director. The KDP is seeking a personable, politically engaged, organized self-starter who will serve as a strategic asset to the KDP and its finance department, supporting the Party’s work to elect Democrats up and down the ballot in 2026 and beyond.

• Identify, engage and expand the base of the party’s mid-level donors.
• Plan and execute regional events and other fundraising activities.
• Build call time lists for certain principals and staff them during their call time.
• Direct solicitations from state and local donors through multiple channels and mediums.
• Work as a liaison between the party and campaigns participating in coordinated activities.
• Develop and execute strategic fundraising plans and meet performance milestones, with continual progress toward larger organizational goals.
• Report directly to the Executive Director.

• A minimum of 2 years prior fundraising, campaign or political experience. Public-facing experience preferred.
• Ability to manage details and stay on top of multiple tasks, large and small, simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal, written and analytical skills – the ability to speak persuasively in a charged atmosphere.
• A strong commitment to Democratic ideals and issues.
• Effective computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and NGP.

The salary range is $55,000 to $60,000/year with quarterly bonus opportunities which are dependent upon meeting quarterly goals. KDP offers a generous benefits package including covering 100% of the healthcare premium for the employee, 15 days of paid vacation, and an available 401(k) retirement account.

Please send a resume, cover letter and two professional references to morgan.

The Kentucky Democratic Party is dedicated to the achievement of equality of opportunity for all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin or disability.