People, Finance and Operations Manager

WHO WE ARE Forward Together is a national reproductive justice organization that centers peoples, families, and communities who experience reproductive oppression. We prioritize Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous, and other peoples of color. We utilize a cultural strategy to shift the ways we think about family and to build power and movements, grounded in our lived experiences, histories, theories and struggles for reproductive justice. Forward Together Action was started in November 2019 to change the way the political game is played. As one the few, 501c4 Reproductive Justice organizations led by women of color, we seek to build power through policy advocacy and the political process so that families can thrive. Find out more about us at www.forwardtogether.org. POSITION SUMMARY The HR and Operations Manager is responsible for managing, creating, refining and maintaining systems that support the daily operations of Forward Together (FT) & Forward Together Action (FTA) in the areas of compliance, finance, and human resources. Reporting directly to the Chief Operations Officer, this role ensures the organization's people and financial systems operate accurately, efficiently, and in full legal compliance. Reports to: Chief Operations Officer Classification: Full Time, Regular, Exempt, At Will Location: Remote, anywhere within the United States Office Hours: Monday - Thursday, 32 hours a week. Start and end times are flexible but must be able to attend predetermined team and staff meetings. Salary: $81,807 - $87,387 annually. The salary range is determined by Forward Together’s salary equity structure. Offers will only be made within this range. Benefits: Benefits are generous, with fully paid employee and dependent coverage for health, vision, and dental; and long-term disability insurance. Paid time off includes sick days, vacation, and holidays. In addition, we close our offices for two weeks in December. Deadline to Apply: October 31st, 2026 Tentative Start Date: Wednesday, December 16, 2026 PLEASE USE LINK TO VIEW FULL JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1h8vYVBa84wrX7Enxiq0XWLt6nfrMyp1be-omv1DhXV0/edit?usp=sharing QUALIFICATIONS Minimum of 5 years of experience developing and managing complex systems and processes and coordinating large-scale organizational events. Commitment to Forward Together’s mission and social justice values. Experience working in a nonprofit environment is preferred. Knowledge of 501(c)(4) organizations and compliance requirements or demonstrated ability and willingness to develop this expertise. Familiarity with legal and regulatory compliance requirements and terminology strongly preferred. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple long-term projects, competing priorities, and overlapping deadlines in a fast-paced and changing environment. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with people across roles, backgrounds, and levels of the organization. Excellent attention to detail, sound judgment, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality. Strong technology skills and experience using office, database, project management, communication, and conferencing systems, including Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and similar platforms. Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively and to proactively identify, troubleshoot, and solve problems. Strong emotional intelligence and ability to navigate conflict, build effective working relationships, and respond thoughtfully to the needs of others. Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and/or employment laws preferred. Ability to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language of the workplace. Ability to work occasional early mornings or evenings for event coordination. Ability to travel nationally 1–2 times per year for trips of up to five days. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES SPECIFICATIONS Physical Demands As a reproductive justice organization, we understand the intersection between reproductive and disability justice. With this, we want to make candidates aware of the physical demands required of the positions and welcome requests for reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with a disability to perform essential functions. The functions are: · constantly operating work equipment, such as a laptop and applications, computer, printer · participate in Zoom meetings averaging 60% of the time · communicate with staff and be able to exchange accurate information Remote Work Environment In addition, we want to make candidates aware of the work environment required of the position and welcome requests for reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with a disability to perform essential functions. · Position is remote. Employees may work anywhere in the United States. Permanent locations outside of the United States will be considered if feasible for the organization. · Remote employees will be provided with a computer, mouse, keyboard, desk, chair, printer, ergonomic equipment, and other office equipment as necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. · Technical support and a monthly stipend will be provided for internet and cell phone use. · Employees must attend mandatory staff retreats, either in-person or virtually. If in-person, retreat location may be inside or outside, and the noise level may range from quiet to loud. TO APPLY Applicants should submit their resume and answer the following questions: · Why you are interested in this role with the listed responsibilities; · Why you are interested in working for a multi-racial, multi-issue organization made up of people of color, immigrants, indigenous people, queer and transgender and gender-nonconforming people who work to secure rights, recognition and resources for families so that family members have self-determination over their bodies, their sexuality, and their family formation. Send both your resume and question responses to: [email protected] People of color, people with disabilities, Indigenous, queer, transgender, non-binary and gender nonconforming people are strongly encouraged to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.