About this role
Join the Scripps Howard Foundation as a Campaign Manager and lead the charge in creating meaningful community impact through strategic fundraising initiatives. This role is your opportunity to drive growth, build powerful campaigns, and make a real difference in the communities we serve. As the primary project owner for Community Impact Campaigns, you'll combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution to achieve ambitious fundraising goals while collaborating with passionate teams across the organization.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Develop and implement overall fundraising campaign strategy from planning through execution and evaluation • Coordinate community fundraising efforts to support both SHF strategic objectives and company-wide strategy • Collaborate with marketing and communications to design and implement strategies to increase donor acquisition • Work as an active member of the development team to align donor acquisition efforts with donor engagement and retention strategies • In partnership with local markets plan, design, promote and execute fundraising aspects of community impact and disaster relief campaigns • Define and monitor key metrics to assess performance and guide strategy • Achieve or exceed campaign fundraising goals • Recommend strategic use of sponsorships and grants to enhance campaign effectiveness • Recommend and manage matching grant opportunities • Ensure proper use of SHF branding throughout campaign materials and communications • Support national disaster relief campaign facilitation as needed • Monitor and share campaign data analysis with SHF Leadership Team and other key stakeholders • Oversee execution, promotion, utilization tracking, and reporting for employee matching and volunteer grants and market community fund grants • Ensure responsible use of allocated budget for assigned initiatives, adhering to established policies • Assist with the successful execution of the annual "If You Give a Child a Book …" campaign, contributing to strategy, logistics, and implementation as needed
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred • Generally, 5+ years of experience in related field preferred
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Proven success in building fundraising campaigns and working collaboratively preferred • Driven by philanthropic work and dedicated to maximizing community impact • Energetic self-starter with the ability to manage multifaceted projects and a capacity to perform well in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment • Ability to anticipate needs, resolve problems in a timely manner, and adapt strategies to meet diverse markets • Strong project management skills and the ability to turn ideas and concepts into tangible deliverables that meet goals and increase impact • Experience in monitoring and communicating dynamic project factors such as deadlines, budget and scope to ensure targets are achieved • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written), including strong presentation skills • Strategic thinker who is comfortable building relationships inside and outside of the Fund/Foundation and company • Ability to create targeted and compelling communications that align with campaign goals and enhance donor engagement • Ability to identify and work through challenges, underscored by strong judgment and emotional intelligence • Self-motivated and organized • Experience with fundraising/donor management software • Thrives in a collaborative environment
WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY: Cincinnati, Ohio offers an exciting blend of Midwestern charm and big-city amenities. Known for its rich history, vibrant arts scene, and passionate sports culture, Cincinnati sits along the scenic Ohio River with stunning views and riverfront parks. The city boasts world-class museums, a thriving food scene featuring the famous Cincinnati chili, and diverse neighborhoods each with their own unique character. From the historic Over-the-Rhine district with its trendy restaurants and breweries to the family-friendly attractions like the Cincinnati Zoo and Kings Island amusement park, there's something for everyone. With a lower cost of living than many major cities and easy access to outdoor recreation, Cincinnati provides an exceptional quality of life for professionals and families alike. #LI-SM2 #LI-Hybrid
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