KAP

America’s Future is seeking a full-time, DC-based Community Engagement Manager to support the organization’s operations, digital presence, and growing national network.

This is a junior-to-mid-level role (3+ years of experience) designed for someone who is both highly organized and people-oriented. The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial, detail-oriented, and excited to contribute to a fast-paced, startup-style nonprofit environment.

This is a one-year contract role in conjuction with the Koch Associate Program (KAP), with the potential to transition into a full-time, long-term position.

About America’s Future

AF is the premier talent accelerator and professional community for the next generation of classical liberals. We equip rising leaders with the skills, experiences, and community support they need to become principled champions of classical liberalism throughout their careers. Our national network strengthens the people and culture that keep the freedom movement thriving.

Key Responsibilities

Community Engagement & Partnerships

• Actively engage with America’s Future’s audience across digital platforms
• Build and maintain relationships with community members, fellows, and partner organizations
• Support outreach and coordination with partner organizations for events and programming
• Help foster a strong, welcoming, and high-energy community in Washington, DC

Digital Marketing & Content Creation

• Support the execution of social media strategy across platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, and TikTok
• Collaborate with the CMO to plan and create content, including event promotions, fellowship marketing, and community storytelling
• Create short-form video content (Reels/TikTok) and assist with real-time event coverage
• Assist with email marketing campaigns and audience engagement

Event Support

• Support planning and execution of DC-based events, including logistics, run-of-show, and on-site coordination
• Manage and coordinate event volunteers
• Ensure smooth execution and a high-quality guest experience

Operations & Office Management

• Maintain day-to-day office operations, including inventory, supplies, and general organization
• Manage scheduling and usage of the America’s Future clubhouse space
• Support the execution of recurring coworking days and in-office programming
• Oversee donor and sponsor fulfillment, including gift caging and distribution
• Manage and maintain internal systems, including Salesforce, Eventbrite, SurveyMonkey, and Mailchimp
• Ensure accurate data entry, organization, and reporting across platforms

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in operations, marketing, events, or community engagement
• Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational and systems-thinking skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Experience with or willingness to learn tools such as Salesforce, Eventbrite, Mailchimp, and SurveyMonkey
• Comfortable creating video content
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for eventsIdeal Candidate

Ideal Candidate

• Personable and charismatic
• Entrepreneurial, scrappy, and optimistic
• A team player who thrives in a startup-style environment
• Both a strong executor and someone who looks for ways to improve systems and processes
• Excited to take ownership and grow within the organization

This role is best suited for someone who takes initiative and is comfortable owning both execution and continuous improvement.

You should be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment where priorities may shift.

This role requires a high level of energy, responsiveness, and enthusiasm for engaging with people both online and in person.

Role Details

• Location: Washington, DC (fully in-person, with flexibility for one remote day per week)
• Schedule: Full-time, with occasional evenings and weekends required for events
• Contract: One-year KAP role with potential for full-time hire

Why Join America’s Future

• Opportunity to play a key role in building and growing a national community
• Fast-paced, entrepreneurial work environment with significant room for growth
• Direct exposure to a wide network of professionals, organizations, and ideas