Campaign Director

Girls Inc of Santa Fe•Santa Fe, NM

29d•$70,000

About The Position

The Campaign Director is responsible for driving the team and the success of our Comprehensive Campaign by providing strategic leadership, management, and oversight. This position works in close partnership with the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Philanthropy Officer, Campaign Chair, Campaign Committee(s), and organizational leadership to design, execute, and drive the Campaign's success from planning through completion. The Campaign Director is a strategic thinker and skilled relationship-builder who can guide high-level volunteers, high-value donors, manage complex fundraising systems, and ensure operational excellence throughout the Campaign. This position plays a critical leadership, outward-facing role in advancing Girls Inc. of Santa Fe’s mission through major philanthropic investment. Occasional night and weekend work will be required in order to attend prospecting events and organizational events for donors and stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
A belief in and commitment to the mission of Girls Incorporated of Santa Fe and a passion for nonprofit excellence;
Experience leading Capital Campaigns preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in major gift fundraising or related roles, preferably within a nonprofit organization.
Proven track record of successfully soliciting and securing major gifts ($10,000+).
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Commitment to open communication, teamwork and collaboration, transparency and authenticity, accountability and professionalism;
Experience with a CRM will be extremely helpful in this role; experience with Salesforce preferred;
Demonstrated computer proficiency within the Google environment, with Microsoft Office and an ability to manipulate database information in a PC environment;
Critical-thinking skills, strong work ethic and a positive attitude;
Experience working with confidential information;
Highly organized with attention to detail;
Ability to work as part of a team and work independently with little supervision;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines while maintaining a positive and professional attitude;
Ability to anticipate problems and use judgment appropriately to plan solutions and manage obstacles as they arise.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the philanthropic landscape in Santa Fe and the surrounding region is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide overall strategic direction, planning, and management for the Comprehensive Campaign.
Partner with executive leadership and Campaign Committee to develop and refine campaign strategy, timelines, and objectives.
Lead day-to-day Campaign operations at a high level, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fundraising best practices.
Oversee the identification, qualification, and strategic cultivation of Campaign prospects.
Develop, monitor, and adjust Campaign plans, budgets, and progress benchmarks.
Recruit, train, and support Campaign volunteer leaders and committees.
Guide and motivate volunteer solicitors by providing strategic recommendations and ensuring they are well prepared for prospect engagement.
Serve as a key liaison between staff, board members, campaign leadership, and external partners.
Oversee the creation and implementation of volunteer training materials, campaign manuals, and support resources.
Lead strategic development of donor cultivation and solicitation plans in collaboration with the Chief Philanthropy Officer.
Ensure next steps, moves-management strategies, and prospect assignments are appropriately tracked and executed
Managing scheduling, communication, and data entry around conversations, touch points, and cultivation events with high-level donors in a professional donor relationship-centered manner
Oversee preparation of high-level donor briefings, proposals, and communications.
Participate in select high-value donor meetings and campaign events as a senior representative of Girls Inc. of Santa Fe.
Oversee development and production of all campaign materials, including case statements, proposals, briefings, and progress reports.
Collaborate with the Chief Storyteller/Communications team to design and execute marketing, PR, and social media strategies for the Campaign.
Ensure consistent, compelling messaging that aligns with organizational values and Campaign goals.
Ensure accurate and timely reporting of gifts, pledges, and Campaign progress.
Oversee Campaign record-keeping systems, database management, and moves-management processes.
Partner with the Chief Operating Officer and Bookkeeper to ensure gifts and pledges are properly recorded, reconciled, and acknowledged.
Provide senior-level analysis and regular progress reports to the CEO, board, and campaign leadership.
Provide strategic oversight for campaign-related donor events, cultivation gatherings, volunteer meetings, and public presentations.
Work with CPO to ensure events support the broader campaign strategy and advance donor relationships.