Campaign Manager

Gardens of Golden Gate Park•San Francisco, CA

33d•$100,000 - $1,250,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Campaign Manager plays a key role in the success of the Gardens of Golden Gate Park’s multi-year comprehensive fundraising campaign. This position supports the strategic planning, coordination, and execution of the campaign—ensuring that goals, timelines, and donor relationships advance in alignment with organizational priorities. Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Leadership Giving / Campaign Director, the Campaign manager acts as a strategic partner and thought collaborator in helping to manage all aspects of the campaign’s operations, communications, research, and reporting. In addition, the Campaign Manager maintains a personal portfolio of major and leadership-level donors, taking part in the full cycle of cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship to secure gifts that advance the campaign’s success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience required.
Minimum of 5 years of development or campaign management experience; experience with comprehensive or capital campaigns strongly preferred.
Proven project management and organizational skills, with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Familiarity with CRM databases (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, PatronManager) and campaign reporting tools.
Collaborative, proactive, and adaptable team player.
Must work at least 3 days a week onsite, up to 2 days a week may be remote if the work schedule allows, but a regular onsite presence is essential for collaboration and success in this role.
Must be able to engage in a range of physical motions, including standing or sitting at a desk or computer, climbing stairs, and walking (sometimes on uneven surfaces) or working outside in varying weather conditions for extended periods of time.
Must be able to lift/carry up to 30-pounds.

Responsibilities

Campaign Planning & Coordination
Collaborate with leadership, consultants, and staff to develop and refine the campaign plan, case for support, and related materials.
Maintain campaign calendar, budget, and timelines to ensure milestones are met.
Serve as internal point of contact for campaign logistics and communications.
Tracking & Reporting
Manage and update campaign tracking systems (utilizing PatronManager CRM, dashboards, reports) to monitor gifts, pledges, and prospect activity.
Prepare regular progress updates and reports for leadership, board, and campaign committees.
Work with finance and advancement teams to reconcile and forecast campaign revenue.
Oversee accurate acknowledgment and stewardship processes related to campaign commitments.
Prospect Research & Pipeline Development
Conduct proactive and reactive research on individuals, corporations, and foundations to identify and qualify prospective donors.
Analyze the existing donor base to surface leadership and major gift prospects for campaign priorities.
Utilize research tools such as WealthEngine or similar platforms to assess capacity, inclination, and engagement potential.
Prepare donor profiles and research summaries to support strategy, cultivation, and solicitation efforts.
Collaborate with the Director of Leadership Giving to qualify and assign prospects to appropriate portfolios.
Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards in all prospect research activities.
Events & Engagement
Plan and execute campaign events, including leadership briefings, cultivation gatherings, and donor recognition activities, in collaboration with Gardens advancement and events teams.
Manage logistics, guest lists, and communications to ensure meaningful donor experiences.
Track outcomes and ensure follow-up on all cultivation and solicitation opportunities generated through events.
Donor & Volunteer Relations
Manage a personal portfolio of approximately 50–75 donors and prospects capable of making gifts in the five-to-six figure range.
Build and sustain relationships through personalized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies.
Supports the Director of Leadership Giving and executive leadership on coordinated solicitation strategies for shared prospects.
Support the engagement and communication of the Campaign Committee and other key volunteers through meeting coordination, materials, and follow-up.
Participate actively in donor meetings, events, and recognition activities.
Communications
Collaborates with communications staff to align messaging and produce compelling campaign materials.
Draft donor communications, talking points, and reports.
Contribute to the development of campaign collateral such as case statements, proposals, and progress updates.