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We’re always looking for people who care deeply about community, equity, and collective change. Whether you're exploring part-time or full-time opportunities, we invite you to learn more about how you can contribute to the work we're doing at Future of Us.
Explore our current opportunities below.
Open positions
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Position: Program Director, Full-Time Exempt
Salary: $65,280 - $74,460 based on experience
Location: On-site
Reports to: Senior Director of Organizing
Benefits: Employee only health, dental, vision, PTO, STD, LTD, HSA, Life Insurance, Retirement plan, organization breaks and paid holidays
Organization Summary FUTURE OF US is a bold and vibrant force for political and social transformation, empowering young Asian Americans in Minnesota to harness their collective power. We cultivate a space where individuals can explore their identities, build lasting political momentum and engagement, and take action to challenge systemic barriers. Our work is rooted in storytelling, advocacy, and community building, ensuring that young Asian Americans are seen, heard, and influential in leadership and decision-making spaces.
We believe in breaking through barriers within our communities and in how we engage the broader public. We are courageous, confident, and forward-thinking, balancing diplomacy with bold action. At our core, we are storytellers, movement builders, and advocates who ask hard questions and seek solutions that drive lasting impact.
Organizational Culture In a transformative and emerging organization, Future Of Us believes that the overall strategies should be owned by every single person at Future Of Us. As such, it is the responsibility of all staff to understand the overall mission, vision and direction the organization is moving towards. One must be accountable to their own work and responsibilities, while supporting and coaching each other to produce high impactful and innovative strategies for the overall success of the organization. This means taking ownership of the organization as a whole. Which means that 10% of your role may include stepping up, taking charge, rolling up your sleeves and supporting each other in functions and activities such as special events, special projects, program design and implementation, fundraising, grant writing, community support, board and funders meeting, office support, and other minor duties as assigned.
While it is the responsibility of each member to meet their work expectation, it is also critical to maintain a balanced work-life culture. Future Of Us believes that when we all work to support each other in the overall mission and vision of the organization, we all succeed. This will help Future Of Us create a work culture that is inclusive, mindful of biases, socially and culturally conscious and equitable.
Program Structure: Future Of Us’s program structure allows each staff to thrive in their roles & responsibilities. There is a team of 2 Directors–Program and Senior Director of Organizing, 3 Managers-Campaign, Advocacy & Policy and Organizing, 4 Ambassadors and a team of Volunteer Canvassers. Within the leadership roles, while both Director roles provide strategic leadership within the Program Department and share accountability for advancing Future of Us’ mission, they operate at different levels of strategy, oversight, and implementation. The Senior Director of Organizing and Program Director operate in partnership, but with distinct responsibilities:
The Senior Director of Organizing works in partnership with the Program Director to set the strategic direction, organizing framework, department standards, and long-term vision.
The Program Director works in partnership with the Senior Director of Organizing to strategize and operationalize that vision through staff management, implementation, execution, and accountability.
In practice:
The Senior Director of Organizing determines in partnership with the Program Director’s leadership what the department is building toward and how organizing is practiced organizationally.
The Program Director informs and influences the Senior Director of Organizing of the implementation; and ensures the team successfully carries out the work and achieves the goals and outcomes.
Together, these roles create a balance between strategic leadership and disciplined execution, ensuring Future of Us can sustainably grow its organizing infrastructure while developing strong staff leadership and impactful community programs.
Position Summary The Program Director is an implementation and people-management leader responsible for overseeing the day-to-day execution, accountability, and evaluation of Future of Us’ programs and community campaign initiatives. This role ensures that organizational strategy is translated into actionable workplans, measurable outcomes, and effective staff management practices.
The Program Director directly supervises 3 program staff and is responsible for cultivating a strong team culture grounded in accountability, collaboration, leadership development, and continuous growth. This role focuses on workforce development by coaching staff in project management, decision-making, communication, critical thinking, and leadership skills.
Reporting to the Senior Director of Organizing, the Program Director oversees program implementation across community engagement, advocacy campaigns, leadership development, and organizing initiatives. The Program Director works closely with the Senior Director of Organizing to operationalize organizing strategy and ensure staff are supported in achieving departmental and organizational goals.
This position requires strong people management, operational leadership, strategic execution, and a commitment to youth empowerment, civic engagement, and community-building within Asian American communities.
Salary & Benefits This is a full-time 40 hours/week, exempt, in-person position with some evenings and weekends required. Salary is $65,280 - $74,460 based on experience. Future Of Us upholds pay equity and economic justice through transparent compensation practices, cost-of-living adjustments every two years, and annual raises of 1–3% based on performance and budget. Benefits include 80% employer-paid employee only health, dental, vision, PTO, STD, LTD, HSA, Life Insurance, Retirement plan, organization breaks and 10 paid holidays.
Please submit a resume along with a brief cover letter with subject line “Program Director” highlighting experience with the following qualifications to jobs@futureofusmn.org. Applications are reviewed and interviews are scheduled on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Strategic Program Implementation & Management
Lead the day-to-day implementation of organizational programs, campaigns, and community engagement initiatives.
Translate department strategy into actionable workplans, implementation timelines, and measurable outcomes.
Ensure programs and campaigns are executed effectively, consistently, and in alignment with organizational priorities.
Monitor program progress and ensure accountability to deliverables, timelines, and performance benchmarks.
Coordinate cross-program implementation efforts to support department alignment and operational efficiency.
Ensure program implementation adheres to nonpartisan compliance standards and organizational practices.
Staff Supervision & Workforce Development
Supervise and support program staff through regular coaching, performance management, and accountability systems.
Develop staff leadership competencies including project management, strategic thinking, communication, planning, and decision-making.
Establish clear expectations, goals, and work plans for staff and hold team members accountable to outcomes.
Foster a collaborative, equitable, and growth-oriented team culture grounded in shared accountability.
Support staff professional development and leadership growth opportunities.
Program Evaluation & Accountability
Track and evaluate programmatic progress toward established goals and metrics.
Support the collection and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data to assess program effectiveness.
Prepare program updates, impact reports, and implementation evaluations for leadership and stakeholders.
Integrate community feedback and staff learning into ongoing program improvement efforts.
Department Operations & Coordination
Support operational coordination within the Program Department, including scheduling, planning systems, and implementation workflows.
Ensure alignment between daily operations, program priorities, and organizational objectives.
Collaborate with the Senior Director of Organizing to strengthen program systems, implementation practices, and team effectiveness.
Must haves for the position Demonstrated commitment to racial equity, youth empowerment, and social justice. Proven experience in program curriculum design, management, community organizing, advocacy, or related fields. Strong leadership skills with experience managing and coaching teams and fostering collaborative work environments. Ability to design, implement, and evaluate programs with measurable impact. Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills. Strategic thinker with the ability to balance vision with operational execution. Familiarity with data management, evaluation tools, and participatory research methods.
Background Checks: As FUTURE OF US works closely with young people, we are committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all. Therefore, only candidates who are offered a position will undergo a comprehensive background check. This process may include reviewing criminal history, verifying employment, and consulting relevant professional or personal references. The results of these checks will be thoughtfully evaluated to determine a candidate's suitability for working with our youth population. It is important to note that having a record does not automatically disqualify a candidate; each situation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Our priority is the safety and well-being of our community members, and we take all necessary precautions in our hiring process to uphold this commitment.
FUTURE OF US does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, height, weight, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, status on public assistance, and marital status. We strongly encourage individuals who identify as or businesses led by Asian & Pacific Islanders, Black, indigenous, people of color, disabled, queer, trans and women to submit a proposal. FUTURE OF US is unable to provide VISA sponsorship at this time.
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Position: Future Of Us Ambassador; 18+ years old
Stipend: $3000.00 prorated based on timeline commitment
Location: Metro Area; In-Person
Reports to: Campaign Manager
Organizational Culture In a transformative and emerging organization, Future Of Us believes that the overall strategies should be owned by every single person at Future Of Us. As such, it is the responsibility of all staff to understand the overall mission, vision and direction the organization is moving towards. One must be accountable to their own work and responsibilities, while supporting and coaching each other to produce high impactful and innovative strategies for the overall success of the organization. This means taking ownership of the organization as a whole. Which means that 10% of your role may include stepping up, taking charge, rolling up your sleeves and supporting each other in functions and activities such as special events, special projects, program design and implementation, fundraising, grant writing, community support, board and funders meeting, office support, and other minor duties as assigned. While it is the responsibility of each member to meet their work expectation, it is also critical to maintain a balanced work-life culture. Future Of Us believes that when we all work to support each other in the overall mission and vision of the organization, we all succeed. This will help Future Of Us create a work culture that is inclusive, mindful of biases, socially and culturally conscious and equitable.
Position Summary We are in a pivotal moment. The decisions made in this political cycle will shape our communities for years to come—and Asian Americans must be seen, heard, and mobilized. We are looking for a team of 4 Ambassadors to aid in mutual aid, healing and Know Your Rights campaigning all while attending and supporting all public events that include Get Out The Vote (GOTV). And to support our year-long campaign focused on immigration, birthright citizenship, and voter protection, Campaign Ambassadors play a critical role in building visibility, trust, and collective power.
Future of Us Ambassadors are organizers, storytellers, and advocates who bring people into movement. Rooted in shared experiences and cultural identity, they create spaces where our communities feel welcomed, informed, and empowered to act. Through our year-long campaign focused on immigration, birthright citizenship, and voter protection, Ambassadors play a critical role in building visibility, trust, and collective power.
This role is about more than outreach—it’s about movement-building. Ambassadors mobilize Asian American communities to participate in the aftercare of the occupation of our cities, helping heal our communities and informing the public about their rights. They connect community members to critical issues while making political engagement feel relevant, urgent, and possible.
Working closely with the Campaign Manager, Ambassadors will strengthen and increase the visibility and number of supporters for our campaign. They will build movement through networking and attending all public events hosted by Future Of Us. Contribute to rebuilding and strengthening our base in the wake of overlapping crises—from the COVID-19 pandemic to racial violence, deportations, and systemic injustices that continue to impact our communities. This work requires both courage and care: the ability to challenge harmful systems while holding space for healing, connection, and collective growth.
We are looking for individuals who are bold in their advocacy and grounded in community. People who ask hard questions, think strategically, and lead with empathy. People who understand that Asian American issues are deeply connected to broader struggles for justice—and who are ready to build across communities to create lasting change.
This is a call to action. Bring your voice. Bring your people—family, friends, coworkers, and community. Help us build a powerful, people-driven movement that pushes us forward, not backward.
Stipend This is a stipend-based role with a 6-month commitment with a start date in July 2026, requiring approximately 10–20 hours per month. Stipends are distributed across the full commitment period; if the full term is not completed, the stipend will be prorated accordingly. The full stipend is $3,000.00 over a period of 6 months.
This opportunity includes individuals attending conferences in or outside of Minnesota to develop organizing and leadership skills expenses covered by Future Of Us. Note: these opportunities will not include hours towards the stipend and will be on a voluntary basis.
Please submit a resume along with a brief cover letter highlighting experience with the following qualifications tojobs@futureofusmn.org by 11:59 PM on July 12th, 2026. Applications are reviewed and interviews are scheduled on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.
Background Checks: As FUTURE OF US works closely with young people, we are committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all. Therefore, only candidates who are offered a position will undergo a comprehensive background check. This process may include reviewing criminal history, verifying employment, and consulting relevant professional or personal references. The results of these checks will be thoughtfully evaluated to determine a candidate's suitability for working with our youth population. It is important to note that having a record does not automatically disqualify a candidate; each situation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Our priority is the safety and well-being of our community members, and we take all necessary precautions in our hiring process to uphold this commitment.
FUTURE OF US does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, height, weight, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, status on public assistance, and marital status. We strongly encourage individuals who identify as or businesses led by Asian & Pacific Islanders, Black, indigenous, people of color, disabled, queer, trans and women to submit a proposal. FUTURE OF US is unable to provide VISA sponsorship at this time.
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Future Of Us Request for Proposal
Project Overview: Future of Us is a bold and vibrant force for political and social transformation, empowering young Asian Americans in Minnesota to harness their collective power. We cultivate a space where individuals can explore their identities, build lasting political momentum and engagement, and take action to challenge systemic barriers. Our work is rooted in storytelling, advocacy, and community building, ensuring that young Asian Americans are seen, heard, and influential in leadership and decision-making spaces.
We believe in breaking through barriers within our communities and in how we engage the broader public. We are courageous, confident, and forward-thinking, balancing diplomacy with bold action. At our core, we are storytellers, movement builders, and advocates who ask hard questions and seek solutions that drive lasting impact.
Future Of Us underwent a rebrand in June 2025, introducing a new name, refreshed mission and vision statements, and values that reflect who we are today. We are seeking a Freelance Writer to uplift our visibility and amplify our voice through community campaign storytelling, social media content, and key deliverables such as op-eds, press releases, and annual reports.
Objective: The Freelance Writer will embody the Future Of Us brand and tone to craft compelling, authentic, and strategic messaging for our community campaign. This includes developing written materials for social media, and deliverables such as op-eds, press releases, and annual reports that communicate our mission and impact to external audiences.
Budget: The total budget for this contract is $13,500.00 totaling 500 hours, covering work from June through December 2026. If the partnership continues, additional funding will be allocated for the following year.
Submission Guidelines: Submit a portfolio, resume and cover letter to jobs@futureofusmn.org by 11:59 PM on May 15, 2026.
Contact Information:
Associate Director: Zong Vue
Phone: 651-493-6493
Email: jobs@futureofusmn.org
Scope of Work: Beginning June 2026, the Freelance Writer will collaborate closely with the Communication Manager through bi-weekly meetings and on a need basis to align projects, tasks, and events. The contractor will also provide writing and communications support to the Program Managers and Executive Director, ensuring consistency and clarity across all organizational messaging. This role will contribute to marketing and communications efforts - both internal and external - by developing content that reflects the Future Of Us brand tone, values, strategic priorities.
The freelance writer will:
1. MN Narratives: Conduct interviews and develop scripts summarizing key stories and insights, and collaborate with the organization’s team to highlight community voices and program impact.
2. Social Media: Write engaging captions that align with campaign messaging and brand voice, supporting staff in amplifying their program work and organizational initiatives.
3. Deliverables: Draft quarterly op-eds, press releases and contribute to the creation of annual reports, working with team members to ensure their projects and achievements are accurately represented.
4. Supplemental Materials: Develop messaging, narratives and public statements as needed, providing writing and communication support to the organization’s team across departments.
Timeline: The contract period runs from June 2026 through December 2026, with the possibility of extension into the following year based on performance and funding availability.
Evaluation Criteria: The Communications Manager will meet bi-weekly with the contractor to review progress, assign new projects, and address any concerns or adjustments. Collaboration with staff across the organization will be expected to ensure alignment and consistency in messaging.
Appendix: For more information about Future Of Us and our evolution, visit our website and follow us on facebook and Instagram.
Important Notes: We strongly encourage individuals who identify as or businesses led by Asian & Pacific Islanders, Black, indigenous, people of color, disabled, queer, trans and women to submit a proposal. Future Of Us is unable to provide VISA sponsorship at this time.
Questions and Clarifications:
Will this be on-site, hybrid or remote?
Remote with flexibility for in-person on a need basis.
Will mileage be reimbursed?
Mileage will be reimbursed for the contractor using their personal vehicle outside of the 7 county metro area in Minnesota.
How will invoices and payment be arranged?
The contractor will invoice Future Of Us monthly and receive payment within 30 business days.
What will bind the contractor?
Future Of Us will issue a contract outlining the terms and expectations of the engagement.
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