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Jimmy Jazz

Director of Campaign Management

Newton, KS · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

This role leads campaign strategy, donor engagement, volunteer coordination, and project management to ensure fundraising initiatives are completed on time, within budget, and achieve revenue targets.

LRES Corporation

Campaign Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

Collaboration and Campaign Volunteer Engagement * Serve as a primary point of coordination for campaign efforts across advancement and the university, ensuring alignment in donor engagement and ...

Joe Kelly for State Senate

Campaign Intern

Greenwich, CT · On-site

$12 - $17/hr

Recruit and train campaign volunteers in field (door-to-door) and digital (phone-banking) canvassing. * Participate in field, digital, and media operations under the supervision of those aspects ...

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Joe Kelly for State Senate

Campaign Intern

Greenwich, CT · On-site

$12 - $17/hr

Recruit and train campaign volunteers in field (door-to-door) and digital (phone-banking) canvassing. * Participate in field, digital, and media operations under the supervision of those aspects ...

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Joe Kelly for State Senate

Campaign Intern

Greenwich, CT · On-site

$12 - $17/hr

Recruit and train campaign volunteers in field (door-to-door) and digital (phone-banking) canvassing. * Participate in field, digital, and media operations under the supervision of those aspects ...

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Yosemite Conservancy

Campaign Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

The Campaign Manager will partner with fundraisers, senior Conservancy staff, and volunteer leadership in the creation of cultivation/solicitation plans. This role will be essential as the ...

NatureBridge

Campaign Lead

Sausalito, CA · On-site

$105K - $115K/yr

As Campaign Lead, you will partner closely with the Chief Development Officer, CEO, campaign volunteers, and principal donors to help drive the largest fundraising effort in NatureBridge's history.

Yosemite-Conservancy

Campaign Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

The Campaign Manager will partner with fundraisers, senior Conservancy staff, and volunteer leadership in the creation of cultivation/solicitation plans. This role will be essential as the ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for campaign volunteer in the United States is $35.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $43.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a campaign volunteer?

Campaign volunteers are individuals who offer their time and skills to support a political campaign. They help with a variety of tasks such as canvassing neighborhoods, making phone calls, organizing events, and distributing campaign materials. Volunteers play a crucial role in reaching out to voters, raising awareness about the candidate or cause, and building community support. Their efforts are often essential to the success of grassroots campaigns, as they help amplify the campaign's message and increase voter turnout.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a campaign volunteer?

To thrive as a Campaign Volunteer, you need a strong understanding of campaign goals, basic organizational skills, and a passion for civic engagement, though formal qualifications are often not required. Familiarity with voter databases, canvassing apps, and social media platforms is valuable for outreach and data management. Excellent interpersonal communication, adaptability, and teamwork distinguish effective volunteers. These skills ensure you can effectively mobilize supporters, relay campaign messages, and contribute to a successful election effort.

What are some common challenges faced by campaign volunteers and how can they be addressed?

Campaign volunteers often encounter challenges such as managing a high volume of tasks, adapting to rapidly changing priorities, and communicating effectively with diverse groups of people. To address these, it helps to stay organized, maintain open communication with team leaders, and be proactive in asking questions when unsure about tasks. Flexibility and a collaborative attitude are essential, as campaign environments can be fast-paced and unpredictable. Building relationships with fellow volunteers also provides support and makes the experience more enjoyable.

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AspectCampaign VolunteerCampaign Coordinator
Required CredentialsNone or minimal; often high school diplomaExperience in campaign work; sometimes a degree in political science or related field
Work EnvironmentEvent sites, offices, community centersOffice settings, campaign headquarters, event planning sites
Employer & Industry UsagePolitical campaigns, nonprofit organizationsPolitical campaigns, advocacy groups
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding volunteer roles in campaignsUnderstanding leadership and coordination roles in campaigns

Campaign Volunteers typically assist with grassroots efforts, canvassing, and event support without requiring formal experience. Campaign Coordinators manage volunteer teams, plan campaign activities, and oversee operations. While volunteers focus on supporting campaign goals, coordinators handle planning and execution. Both roles are essential but differ in responsibility, experience, and scope.

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Infographic showing various Campaign Volunteer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,870 per year, or $35.5 per hour.

Senior Director of Campaign Planning and Management

Wellesley, MA • On-site

Wellesley College
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

At Wellesley, our mission is to deliver an outstanding liberal arts education to women who will make a difference in the world. Our collaborative community, comprising of faculty, students, staff, and alumnae, is guided by our shared commitment to educational excellence. Join us in this transformative journey!
Application Instructions:
When submitting your application, please adhere to the following requirements:
  • Carefully review all job details prior to applying.
  • Enter your legal name exactly as it appears on your government-issued identification.
  • Upload a comprehensive résumé/CV and cover letter in either PDF (.pdf) or Word (.doc) format.

Current Wellesley College employees must submit applications through the internal Workday portal by searching "browse jobs."
Job Posting Title
Senior Director of Campaign Planning and Management
Job Description Summary
Administrative Exempt
Job Description
Wellesley College is engaged in the most ambitious comprehensive campaign in its history, raising the support that sustains an excellent liberal arts education for women who will make a difference in the world. The Senior Director of Campaign Planning and Management is responsible for keeping that work on course. Reporting to the Vice President for Development, the Senior Director leads the Development Office's planning, coordination, and management of the campaign, building and maintaining the plans, timelines, benchmarks, and reporting that hold a multi-year effort together and keep its many moving parts coordinated, tracked, and on schedule. The Senior Director staffs the campaign's volunteer committees, coordinates the engagement of trustees and campaign volunteers, and produces the progress reporting used by College leadership and the Board of Trustees. In partnership with the Assistant Vice President for Information Strategy and Operations, the Senior Director applies the College's fundraising analytics and reporting to campaign planning and decision-making. The position does not carry a frontline fundraising portfolio. This is a role for someone who takes pride in the systems and structure behind a successful campaign and who finds satisfaction in the disciplined, behind-the-scenes work it requires.
Primary Position Responsibilities:
Campaign Planning and Management:
  • Campaign Plan and Timelines: Develop and maintain the high-level campaign timeline and the detailed project plans beneath it, including benchmarks, milestones, deliverables, and the individuals responsible for each.
  • Day-to-Day Campaign Management: In close collaboration with the Vice President, plan, implement, and manage the day-to-day Development work of Wellesley's multi-year comprehensive campaign.
  • Accountability and Follow-Through: Keep campaign projects, initiatives, and deadlines on time and on target, coordinating the contributions of colleagues across Development whose work advances the campaign.

Volunteer Leadership and Trustee Engagement:
  • Committee Staffing: Staff the campaign's volunteer committees, including the preparation of annotated agendas, support of committee assignments, and follow-through on commitments made.
  • Trustee and Volunteer Coordination: Coordinate the strategic engagement of trustees, campaign volunteers, and committee members, ensuring that their time and involvement are well directed and carefully tracked, in partnership with the Vice President for Development and the Office of the President.
  • Campaign Events: Partner with colleagues across Development and the College to coordinate campaign events and gatherings, ensuring that they align with campaign timelines, priorities, and volunteer engagement.

Campaign Progress and Board Reporting:
  • Tracking Against Goals: Draw on the College's fundraising analytics and reporting, in partnership with the Assistant Vice President for Information Strategy and Operations, to monitor progress relative to campaign goals and to inform campaign planning and strategy.
  • Reporting to Leadership and the Board: Produce regular reports and campaign materials for the President and College leadership, the Board of Trustees, campaign volunteers, and staff, addressing results, forecasting, lessons learned, and opportunities for refinement.

Institutional Partnership and Professional Practice:
  • Campaign Materials: Work with Development Marketing and with Communications and Public Affairs to align on the fundraising materials the campaign needs to advance its priorities.
  • Campus and Consultant Relationships: Develop strong, positive working relationships across the College community, including academic and campus leadership, and with the College's campaign consultants.
  • Best Practices: Remain well-informed of current best practices in campaign management and advancement, and evaluate new and emerging approaches for implementation.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None. In coordinating campaign activities and supporting the campaign's volunteer committees, the Senior Director works closely with colleagues across Development, including the development associates who assist with committee logistics and related campaign needs.
Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • At least ten years of progressively responsible experience in advancement or a related field, including significant experience in campaign management.
  • Demonstrated experience planning and executing a comprehensive campaign, including the coordination of senior leadership and campaign committees.
  • Some weekend and evening travel in support of campaign programs and initiatives is required for this position.
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer's sponsorship now or in the future

Skills and Abilities:
  • Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to build and maintain complex plans and systems and to carry multiple concurrent workstreams across a multi-year effort.
  • Deep knowledge of the principles and best practices of advancement, and the judgment to apply them in service of institutional goals.
  • Ability to synthesize fundraising data into clear reporting for leadership, trustees, and volunteers, and to partner effectively with analytics and operations colleagues in applying their work to campaign planning.
  • Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to produce agendas, reports, and campaign materials for senior and volunteer audiences.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences, including trustees, senior leadership, volunteers, and staff, across multiple formats and settings.
  • An orientation toward detail, process, and follow-through, with pride in building and maintaining the systems and plans that hold a campaign together and satisfaction in the disciplined, behind-the-scenes work that keeps it on schedule.
  • Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple and varied initiatives in service to a range of audiences.
  • Proficiency with CRM and donor database systems (Salesforce/Affinaquest or comparable) and with campaign reporting tools.
  • Sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential donor and institutional information.

Flexibility & Schedule:
We value a collaborative hybrid environment. Our standard schedule includes three days on campus to connect with the team, with two days of remote work. *Please note: This hybrid schedule is subject to business needs. As this role involves essential in-person commitments, a degree of flexibility is required.
Salary:
The pay range for this role is $140,000.00 - $145,000.00
Company Description and Benefits
Wellesley's mission is to provide an excellent liberal arts education to women who will make a difference in the world. We advance our mission by working together as a community-faculty, students, staff, and alumnae.
Embark on a fulfilling career journey at Wellesley College, where we prioritize your well-being and professional growth. As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive array of benefits and resources designed to enhance both your work-life balance and long-term success.
  • Competitive Compensation: Experience competitive wages ensuring your dedication is recognized and rewarded.
  • Exceptional Benefits Package: Access a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision and pre-tax saving benefits, life insurance, disability coverage, and more to safeguard your health and that of your loved ones.
  • Commuting and Transportation: Enjoy the convenience of free parking on our picturesque campus, easily accessible from major roadways. We are also accessible via the MBTA commuter rail.
  • Paid Time Off: Take advantage of paid vacations, personal days, sick time, and holidays to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life harmony.
  • Retirement Savings: Plan for the future with our retirement savings plan. Wellesley College contributes up to 10.5% towards your 403(b) plan for eligible employees
  • Work/Life and Wellness: A hybrid work environment for select positions (additional details will be provided during the interview process), caregiving support through Wellthy, legal plan insurance, pet insurance discount and a variety of other resources including retirement planning, and access to cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
  • Professional Development: Enhance your skills and explore growth opportunities through continuing training and pathways for growth within our supportive environment.
  • Tuition and Education Benefits: Invest in your education with tuition benefits, and access resources to navigate student loan forgiveness, reinforcing our commitment to your ongoing learning.
  • Campus Privileges: Enjoy free use of our state-of-the-art athletic and fitness facilities with onsite fitness classes, Library resources, and seize opportunities to attend diverse campus events that contribute to a vibrant community.

Apply today and take your first step toward a rewarding career with Wellesley College - where your unique strengths and success are celebrated as part of our shared commitment to inclusivity!
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Time Type
Full time
EEO Statement
At Wellesley, we embrace and honor difference and diversity. We believe the best ideas-the best solutions-draw on a range of voices, perspectives, and experiences. As a college, and as a community, we are dedicated to assuring that all members of the Wellesley community have an equal opportunity to flourish.
Wellesley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals in hiring and advancement based on any legally protected status. Candidates who believe they can contribute to the College community are encouraged to apply.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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