The Campaign Manager collaboratively implements the capital campaign to raise $18-20 million in support of the Mason Street Neighborhood Project. This individual is the primary staff person driving the day-to-day forward progress of the Campaign by being a liaison with campaign counsel (The Alford Group), tracking all activities, managing donor cultivation, and supporting campaign leadership with administrative functions. The Campaign Manager works closely with the Executive Director, Director of Development, Campaign Leadership, Board of Directors, Campaign Counsel and other staff to carry out a broad-based fundraising plan targeting individuals and foundations. This position is both strategic and tactical, working closely with leadership, volunteers, and staff. This position is currently planned for the duration of the Campaign (expected to run for 3 years). While this is a project-based position for the length of the campaign, there are potential opportunities for long term growth and sustained employment on the development team.

Primary Responsibilities

Campaign Strategy & Execution (60%)

In collaboration with Campaign Leadership and Campaign Counsel, establish solicitation priorities, manage prospect lists and research, develop and execute targeted cultivation plans and solicitation strategies for a range of prospects
Work collaboratively with development staff to support the cultivation process of identified prospects including scheduling, preparing major gift proposals, following up after meetings, and tracking all data
Prepare and provide support to the Executive Director and Director of Development, as well as the campaign volunteers, and board members for solicitations
Recommend revisions to the fundraising plan, as needed, to meet goals
Work closely with Campaign Counsel to ensure campaign plan, prospect strategy and fundraising targets are achieved
Participate in solicitations as appropriate

Primary Responsibilities

Campaign Strategy & Execution (60%)

In collaboration with Campaign Leadership and Campaign Counsel, establish solicitation priorities, manage prospect lists and research, develop and execute targeted cultivation plans and solicitation strategies for a range of prospects
Work collaboratively with development staff to support the cultivation process of identified prospects including scheduling, preparing major gift proposals, following up after meetings, and tracking all data
Prepare and provide support to the Executive Director and Director of Development, as well as the campaign volunteers, and board members for solicitations
Recommend revisions to the fundraising plan, as needed, to meet goals
Work closely with Campaign Counsel to ensure campaign plan, prospect strategy and fundraising targets are achieved
Participate in solicitations as appropriate

Campaign Administration (25%)

Ensure that data related to prospects and donors is recorded and tracked in electronic and hard copy files; manage campaign record keeping, evaluate progress towards goals, prepare periodic reports on fundraising and present to the Board and senior staff
Ensure documentation and execution of donor acknowledgement, stewardship and public recognition, as appropriate
Manage the campaign fundraising budget
Schedule and support campaign leadership meetings

Campaign Communications & Events (15%)

Coordinate the writing/editing, design and production of campaign print and electronic collateral materials in collaboration with the Director of Communications
Work with the Director of Communications on campaign communications, creating and/or ensuring appropriate campaign-related content for the e-newsletter and talking points for the media; provide information so that campaign milestones can be integrated into ongoing public relations outreach
Develop and manage cultivation and recognition events, and the campaign-related milestone activities
Support the Executive Director and Director of Development in recruiting and managing campaign volunteers
Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications And Skills

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant professional experience
Excellent interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills, capable of working effectively with senior management, leadership volunteers, staff members, consultants and donors/prospects
Excellent project management skills, including coordinating multiple schedules, managing timelines, and working diplomatically with diverse personalities including internal and external stakeholders, staff, volunteers, and third-party vendors
Proven success managing complex cross-departmental programs, initiatives, or projects
Superior verbal and written communication skills, particularly in a marketing/communications arena
Experience in managing and writing reports and overseeing budgets
Demonstrated experience in developing professional materials regarding fundraising, communications, marketing, and/or development
Energetic, self-motivated, flexible and adaptable with a sense of humor, able to multi-task and work independently
Team player with an attitude of service and ability to motivate others
Ability to responsibly navigate decisionmaking and diplomacy, including with sensitive and confidential matters.
Computer fluency in MS Office, donor database/customer relationship management software (GiveEffect CRM or similar), and knowledge about the role of technology and electronic communication in fundraising.
Professional experience in fundraising with a track record of success, with specific experience working with volunteer leadership, securing major gift support, and in establishing relationships with foundation/corporate funders is a plus.

Habitat for Humanity of East Jefferson County Values

Grace
Humility
Courage
Celebration

Schedule And Benefits

This position is located in the Habitat administrative office at 2001 W. Sims Way. It is expected that the Campaign Manager will work in the office, Monday through Friday, unless other arrangements are made with the Director of Development. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

This position is at-will, full-time, non-exempt, 40 hours/week. All full-time employees receive medical, dental, and vision insurance 100% of employee premiums covered by the employer. Medical coverage is an HDHP plan with HSA employer contribution of $1,500/per year. Habitat for Humanity offers life insurance, 401k with a progressive match up to 4%, 3 weeks PTO plus 10 sick days, 2 personal days, and 10 paid holidays.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All Habitat EJC employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed, to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

Compensation Range: $26.40-$29.20/hour starting range

To apply: Submit your application with a cover letter and resume via

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