New Left Accelerator

Role Description The Empower & Protect (E&P) program supports state-based power-building ecosystems through technical assistance, training, and capacity building focused on operations, HR, finance, risk management, and compliance. The program is currently expanding into several priority states, including Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Minnesota, Tennessee, and Texas. The Program Manager role is a full-time position reporting to the Senior Director of the Empower and Protect Program, responsible for driving implementation of the program across several key states. This role serves as the primary point of contact for program participants while ensuring strong coordination, progress toward shared goals, and alignment with program strategy. - Lead Tier 1 program implementation from onboarding through close-out. - Serve as the primary point of contact for Tier 1 and Tier 2 participants, ensuring clear communication, strong relationships, and consistent support. - Develop and execute implementation plans that reflect the mutual agreements between NLA and participating partners. - Track participant progress across phases of work (onboarding, assessment, execution, and close out) and identify next steps to advance them towards their goals. - Identify trends, risks, and escalation needs and proactively elevate them to Senior Director E&P. - Lead Tier 2 recruitment, onboarding, and retention of program participants in coordination with program leadership. - Coordinate with state legal teams and E&P trainers to ensure alignment and smooth delivery of program components. - Support state leads to successfully run field trainings and support implementation logistics. - Embed NLA values into all aspects of project management, implementation, and partner engagement. Qualifications - Strong alignment with NLA’s vision and organizational values. - At least 5 years of relevant experience in program management for movement-building organizations. - Experience with multi-entity and/or state-based movement organizations, including 501(c)(3)s, 501(c)(4)s, political campaigns, and/or PACs. - Excellent and demonstrable project management skills. - Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage time, priorities, and resources effectively across multiple projects at various stages. - Experience designing and maintaining processes and systems using collaborative tools such as Asana, Airtable, and Google Suite. - Strong relationship building skills and ability to manage diverse stakeholders in a fast-paced, values-driven, and team-oriented environment. - Flexibility and adaptability — ability to engage in independent and creative problem-solving in a growing organization. - Proactive problem-solving skills, including the ability to anticipate challenges, flag risks early, and maintain big-picture progress. - Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, including experience leading and facilitating project meetings. - Ability and willingness to work in and contribute to the development of an emergent environment of a growing start-up nonprofit. - Commitment to continuous learning, curiosity, and growth, including seeking feedback, asking questions, and applying new learning in practice. Requirements - Location: Remote, U.S.-based (applicants must reside and be able to legally work in the United States); Some domestic travel required (3-5 times per year). - Compensation: $75,000-$86,000. Benefits - NLA offers a competitive benefits package available to all full-time employees, including: - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-term Disability, and Health FSA. - Flexible paid time off, including vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, 1-week summer break, and 1-week winter break. - Professional development stipend. - Working from home stipend. - Retirement plan with up to 4% matching. Company Description New Left Accelerator and The Capacity Shop provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Overview New Left Accelerator is seeking an experienced Project Manager to plan and coordinate the Empower & Protect Program’s multi-state content development initiative. This includes the hand off of finalized, state-specific content for seven states for training and implementation. This role is responsible for managing the end-to-end delivery of 7 state-specific product packages (state workbook, checklists, training modules, and facilitators' guide), implemented through a phased approach. Rather than launching all states simultaneously, the Project Manager will manage overlapping project cycles—initiating new states while wrapping up others—requiring strong judgment, adaptability, and attention to detail to keep timelines, stakeholders, and deliverables aligned. This role is best suited for a well-experienced project manager with operations-oriented skills who can interface closely with leadership, legal partners, and cross-functional teams. The contract term is anticipated to run from May 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026, or until completion of all deliverables, whichever occurs first. Due to the scope and complexity of the work, this role requires a high level of effort (near full-time capacity) throughout the contract period. The budgeted hourly rate for this position is $50-$60 per hour. The Contractor shall demonstrate strong project management discipline, maintain clear and accurate documentation, and ensure consistent progress across all state initiatives. The Contractor shall not be responsible for program strategy or final content decisions but shall be accountable for driving execution, maintaining alignment across stakeholders, and ensuring the timely and successful delivery of all project components. The priority submission deadline is April 10th, 2026. Deliverables Phase 1: Project Planning & Systems - Develop and maintain detailed project plans for 7 state content initiatives, including - - Sequencing of state launches - a phased rollout process (e.g., launching two states, initiating the next two as earlier states near completion) - Define key milestones, dependencies, and decision points - Identify leadership sequencing, expectations, and escalation pathways - Set up and maintain an Asana project to track milestones and cross-cutting tasks (legal review, leadership sign-off, revisions, and final) - Maintain state-by-state timeline outlining: - - Content development stages - Legal review windows - Internal review and finalization deadlines - Identify early risks/bottlenecks related to timing, legal review, or staffing Phase 2: Scaffolded State Content Implementation Deliverables (for each state): - A clearly documented state content development plan - A tracked and completed content production cycle, including: - - Development of product draft - Legal review and revisions, plus integration of feedback - Final approval and readiness for use - Status snapshot of key milestones (kickoff, mid-point, near completion) - Tracking progress against timelines and proactively adjusting sequencings - Management of overlapping state content cycles (e.g., new states kicking off while finalizing earlier ones) Phase 3: Coordination, Decision Support, and Risk Management Deliverables: - Regular project status updates for leadership, highlighting: - - Progress by state, maintaining real-time visibility into the health of state initiatives - Risks, delays, or emerging issues - Decisions required to keep projects moving - Documentation of decision log, including key pivots, approvals, and scope changes - - Adjusting timelines and workplans in response to shifts - Ensuring alignment between program, legal, and leadership inputs Phase 4: Project Closeout & Documentation Deliverables: - All 6 state content initiatives are completed and approved, ready for use, and accessible - Closeout summary including: - - Final timelines vs original projections - Lessons learned and recommendations for future state rollouts - Centralized project documentation for future use - Support leadership handoff for implementation The Project Manager must demonstrate: - Proven ability to develop and manage detailed project plans, including timelines, dependencies, and deliverables for senior leadership teams - Highly experienced (7+ years) managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects with concurrent workstreams - Strong ability to track progress, manage risk, and drive projects to completion under tight timelines - A strong ability to use project management tools (e.g., Asana or similar) - Strong writing skills, particularly for documentation, summaries, or process guides - Familiarity with content development processes We have a strong preference for someone who: - Has a current Project Management Professional (PMP) certification - Has experience in advocacy, policy, or movement-based organizations - Has experience in a senior leadership role Submission Instructions To be considered for this contract, please submit the following: - Resume/CV - Statement of interest, including approach to project management that supports movement building organizations - PDF with a relevant project management work sample (preferably with the following: timeline, decision points, roles) The priority submission deadline is April 10th, 2026. We will reach out to selected candidates for conversations on a rolling basis. During the process, we may also request 2-3 professional references. If you have any questions or access needs, please reach out to Julieta Garibay at julieta@newleftaccelerator.org

The Role The Finance & Operations Manager will provide strategic guidance and lead day-to-day operations to ensure New Left Accelerator (NLA) and The Capacity Shop (TCS) can deliver the highest-quality programs and services to the groups we support. Responsible for managing multiple accounting, systems, processes, and fundraising functions, this role requires someone with strong attention to detail, clear communication, and an adaptive, solution-oriented approach to operations. Priority consideration will be given to candidates who submit their application by February 27, 2026. What You’ll Do: Contract and Vendor Management - Maintain a contract management system that tracks timelines, documents, and deliverables for vendors, consultants, and program partners - Manage and update contract templates - Draft and execute contracts for third-party affiliates - Liaise with external and internal stakeholders to ensure up-to-date and accurate contracts - Work in close partnership with the Program Operations Manager to manage program consultant contracts Financial Operations - Maintain processes and systems that support the enforcement of our financial policy and internal controls - Ensure efficiency and timeliness of accounts payable (heavy volume of vendor management), including managing all documentation processes - Manage employee expense reimbursement processes - Prepare receivables to the accounting firm - Manage process for credit card expenses - Support bookkeeping in compliance with GAAP Internal Systems and Staff Support - Manage and maintain the organization’s technology tools, such as Google Suites, Asana, LastPass, Bill.com, and Airtable, including updates and upgrades - Work closely with the Program Operations Manager to ensure systems are meeting the needs of programmatic work - Audit the organization’s systems regularly with input from staff and make recommendations for improvements - Manage the structure, organization, and storage of digital files to ensure compliance, security, and efficiency - Develop, update, and ensure ongoing compliance with the organization’s various operations policies, such as data retention, risk management, digital security - Support staff in their use and troubleshooting of NLA's digital tools - Provide logistics support for in-person events and convenings - Assist with purchasing operational expenses, including staff office supplies, travel, and other expenses. - Lead consultant and staff operational onboarding Skills and Qualifications: - Strong commitment to progressive values and NLA’s vision and organizational values - At least 5 years of relevant experience in operations for movement-building organizations - Strong understanding of multi-entity nonprofit operations, including 501(c)(3)s, 501(c)(4)s, political campaigns, and/or PACs - Relevant accounting, bookkeeping, and/or budgeting experience with organizations that have an operating budget of at least $1 million - Ability to manage multiple workflows, projects, stakeholders, and timelines with strong organization and follow-through - Ability to balance structure with flexibility while juggling competing priorities - Experience with Bill.com, Asana, QuickBooks, Google Suite (especially as an Admin), LastPass, DocuSign Compensation, Benefits, and Position Details Direct Reports: 0, but could change as the organization grows Hours: Full Time (approximately 40 hours/week) Location: Remote, U.S.-based (applicants must reside and be able to legally work in the United States); Some domestic travel required (1-3 times per year) Annual Salary: $75,000 to $90,000 Benefits: NLA offers a competitive benefits package available to all full-time employees, including: - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-term Disability, and Health FSA - Flexible paid time off, including vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, 1-week summer break, and 1-week winter break - Professional development stipend - Working from home stipend - Retirement plan with up to 4% matching Equal Opportunity Employer New Left Accelerator and The Capacity Shop provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The Role The Finance & Operations Manager will provide strategic guidance and lead day-to-day operations to ensure New Left Accelerator (NLA) and The Capacity Shop (TCS) can deliver the highest-quality programs and services to the groups we support. Responsible for managing multiple accounting, systems, processes, and fundraising functions, this role requires someone with strong attention to detail, clear communication, and an adaptive, solution-oriented approach to operations. Priority consideration will be given to candidates who submit their application by February 27, 2026. What You’ll Do: Contract and Vendor Management - Maintain a contract management system that tracks timelines, documents, and deliverables for vendors, consultants, and program partners - Manage and update contract templates - Draft and execute contracts for third-party affiliates - Liaise with external and internal stakeholders to ensure up-to-date and accurate contracts - Work in close partnership with the Program Operations Manager to manage program consultant contracts Financial Operations - Maintain processes and systems that support the enforcement of our financial policy and internal controls - Ensure efficiency and timeliness of accounts payable (heavy volume of vendor management), including managing all documentation processes - Manage employee expense reimbursement processes - Prepare receivables to the accounting firm - Manage process for credit card expenses - Support bookkeeping in compliance with GAAP Internal Systems and Staff Support - Manage and maintain the organization’s technology tools, such as Google Suites, Asana, LastPass, Bill.com, and Airtable, including updates and upgrades - Work closely with the Program Operations Manager to ensure systems are meeting the needs of programmatic work - Audit the organization’s systems regularly with input from staff and make recommendations for improvements - Manage the structure, organization, and storage of digital files to ensure compliance, security, and efficiency - Develop, update, and ensure ongoing compliance with the organization’s various operations policies, such as data retention, risk management, digital security - Support staff in their use and troubleshooting of NLA's digital tools - Provide logistics support for in-person events and convenings - Assist with purchasing operational expenses, including staff office supplies, travel, and other expenses. - Lead consultant and staff operational onboarding Skills and Qualifications: - Strong commitment to progressive values and NLA’s vision and organizational values - At least 5 years of relevant experience in operations for movement-building organizations - Strong understanding of multi-entity nonprofit operations, including 501(c)(3)s, 501(c)(4)s, political campaigns, and/or PACs - Relevant accounting, bookkeeping, and/or budgeting experience with organizations that have an operating budget of at least $1 million - Ability to manage multiple workflows, projects, stakeholders, and timelines with strong organization and follow-through - Ability to balance structure with flexibility while juggling competing priorities - Experience with Bill.com, Asana, QuickBooks, Google Suite (especially as an Admin), LastPass, DocuSign Compensation, Benefits, and Position Details Direct Reports: 0, but could change as the organization grows Hours: Full Time (approximately 40 hours/week) Location: Remote, U.S.-based (applicants must reside and be able to legally work in the United States); Some domestic travel required (1-3 times per year) Annual Salary: $75,000 to $90,000 Benefits: NLA offers a competitive benefits package available to all full-time employees, including: - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-term Disability, and Health FSA - Flexible paid time off, including vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, 1-week summer break, and 1-week winter break - Professional development stipend - Working from home stipend - Retirement plan with up to 4% matching Equal Opportunity Employer New Left Accelerator and The Capacity Shop provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.