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Robert Half
Fundraising Manager / Non-profit
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What they do
A Fundraising Manager manages fundraising for an organization. Develops and implements fundraising strategies that include online fundraising, mail and email campaigns, grant writing and fundraising events. May develop relationships with large donors.
$124,318 / year median in Pennsylvania
+8% projected growth
Job Description
We are looking for a Fundraising Campaign Manager to support a large initiative. This position combines project coordination, relationship management, reporting, and communications support to help each location stay organized, engaged, and aligned with campaign goals. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities, and producing high-quality materials while collaborating with leadership and internal campaign partners. The role will be based in Harrisburg with travel in the first year to multiple locations throughout PA.
Responsibilities:
- Guide day-to-day campaign activity, keeping projects on schedule and aligned with overall fundraising objectives.
- Partner with campaign leadership to coordinate timelines, service plans, travel needs, and next steps across multiple workstreams.
- Build strong working relationships with staff and leaders, and cross-functional team members to support campaign participation.
- Prepare and refine campaign materials such as letters, newsletters, brochures, presentation content, and case statement inserts.
- Support volunteer engagement by assisting with recruitment efforts, onboarding, orientation, and training sessions.
- Track weekly progress by compiling status updates, documenting completed work, and outlining upcoming priorities for leadership review.
- Produce pledge and appeal reporting, including structured summary reports and pivot-table based analysis during active campaign periods.
- Assist with online outreach and social media communications to strengthen awareness and engagement for the campaign.
- Conduct follow-up outreach as needed and represent the organization with professionalism.
- Handle administrative and project support tasks independently while following established standards, policies, and communication protocols.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Organizational Leadership, Journalism, or a related field.
- Background in fundraising, sales, public relations, public speaking, journalism, or a similar client-facing environment is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects independently, prioritize deadlines, and maintain consistent follow-through.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create clear reports and campaign materials.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, and database or donor-tracking platforms such as Raiser's Edge.
- Ability to use office technology confidently for reporting, document preparation, and administrative coordination.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, based on campaign needs.