Campaign Finance Director: Lead Fundraising & Budget Strategy

Job Post; Michigan; On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Dr Theresa Brooks for State Senate is seeking a Finance Director to lead fundraising efforts in Michigan. The role focuses on execution of a robust fundraising plan, management of day-to-day fundraising operations, and reporting to the campaign manager.

The Finance Director will work with the candidate and campaign team to reach fundraising goals, coordinate events, manage online programs, and maintain donor relationships with various giving levels. Prior campaign finance experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• At least one campaign finance cycle; roles include call time manager, deputy finance director, or related experience.
• Experience running a successful call time program.
• Experience with ActBlue, WarChest, and NGP.
• Ability to build and manage donor research operations.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Experience with a candidate or campaign leadership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update a comprehensive finance plan with the candidate and caucus.
• Set and monitor finance goals and report progress to the campaign manager.
• Develop and update a campaign budget with the team.
• Manage all call time sessions with the candidate.
• Oversee a donor prospecting process with volunteers and interns.
• Schedule and organize fundraising events and coordinate with hosts.
• Oversee the campaign’s online fundraising program.
• Engage with donors and maintain relationships across giving bases.
• Assist with campaign compliance in coordination with the treasurer.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Campaign finance

Call time management

Donor relations

Project management

Fundraising strategy

Tools

ActBlue

WarChest

NGP

Job description

Dr Theresa Brooks for State Senate is seeking a Finance Director to lead fundraising efforts in Michigan. The role focuses on execution of a robust fundraising plan, management of day-to-day fundraising operations, and reporting to the campaign manager.

The Finance Director will work with the candidate and campaign team to reach fundraising goals, coordinate events, manage online programs, and maintain donor relationships with various giving levels. Prior campaign finance experience is preferred.