Investment and Impact Manager

About Leadership Now Project

The Leadership Now Project is a dynamic membership organization dedicated to renewing American democracy by harnessing the power of business and thought leaders. Founded in 2017 by a group of Harvard Business School alumni, the project focuses on high-impact, evidence-based solutions that transcend political divisions. The organization emphasizes core principles: protecting democracy, promoting evidence-based policy making, fostering an inclusive economy, and embracing diversity as a strength.

With chapters in eight cities and members spread across 30 states, Leadership Now engages with a wide array of professional and academic networks to drive its mission forward, aiming to safeguard elections, support electoral reform, and endorse candidates committed to democratic principles.

The Investment & Impact Manager at the Leadership Now Project plays a crucial role in advancing the organization’s strategic objectives. Tasked with designing and implementing investment products and initiatives, this position involves engaging with stakeholders and aligning projects with the organization’s mission. Responsibilities span market strategy, product development, financial analysis, and stakeholder engagement. This role is pivotal in fostering impactful change and supporting democracy through calculated investments and thoughtful initiatives.

The position is based in New York City and requires in-office attendance, with no option for remote work, to foster collaboration and direct engagement with team members and stakeholders.

• Map and analyze market ecosystems for investment opportunities.
• Conduct investment process support aligned with organizational priorities.
• Analyze and vet investment opportunities for Leadership Now and its members.
• Conduct statistical and trend analyses to inform product strategy.
• Develop dashboards and reports to communicate data insights.
• Support the lifecycle of member-focused products from development to launch.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on product design and development.
• Develop marketing materials to improve fundraising outcomes.
• Provide strategic planning support using member insights and data analyses.
• Engage with key stakeholders, including donors and partners, to understand and meet their needs.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to promote investment products.
• Attend Leadership Now member meetings and foster case study development.

• MBA, MPA, or equivalent work experience (5+ years in relevant fields).
• Minimum of 3 years in leadership and team management roles.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent research, memo writing, and editing skills.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.
• High proficiency in PowerPoint/Google Slides and Excel/Google Sheets.
• Passionate about democracy and political system improvement.
• Proven track record in delivering complex programs.

• Competitive salary within the range of $85,000 – $105,000.
• Opportunity to work with a mission-driven organization focused on democracy.
• Collaborative work environment with a team of dedicated professionals.
• Access to a broad network of business and academic leaders.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Commitment to fostering diversity in the workplace.

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