Posted 04/30/2026
Job Number: 16014

Executive Campaign Director

Arlington, Virginia Onsite

Industry:  Nonprofit

Job Category: Nonprofit

Job Type:  Direct Hire

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Job Description

Position Title: Executive Campaign Director

The Executive Campaign Director will play a pivotal role in leading fundraising initiatives within a non-profit or Catholic setting. This position requires a seasoned professional with a strong background in major gift fundraising and capital campaigns. The ideal candidate will effectively manage a team while navigating relationships across various stakeholders. The role entails high levels of communication, coaching, and motivating team members to achieve campaign objectives. The Executive Campaign Director will work closely with leadership to ensure the success of a significant campaign, fostering a collaborative environment that emphasizes growth and stewardship.

Salary Range: $150,000 – $160,000 / DOE

Executive Campaign Director Responsibilities:

  • Develop work plans and schedules
  • Recruit and train volunteers
  • Coach and mentor team members
  • Manage eight direct reports
  • Support fundraising efforts for a $120 million campaign over 2.5 years
  • Collaborate with the Chief Development Officer to raise $50-$60 million through major gifts
  • Organize and lead mini campaigns across local parishes
  • Engage with the steering committee to ensure campaign progress
  • Travel locally as needed for campaign support

Executive Campaign Director Requirements:

  • 10+ years of experience in major gift fundraising and capital campaigns for non-profits
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including formulas
  • Tech-savvy with various software applications
  • Clean driving record
  • $100k+ campaign experience is preferred
  • Experience fundraising with schools or churches is preferred
  • Background in planned giving or estate fundraising is preferred

Benefits:

  • Health insurance for employees and their dependents
  • Employer contributions to health savings accounts
  • 401(k) retirement program with employer matching
  • Paid parental leave + Dependent care spending accounts
  • Yearly stipend for books and print publications
  • Support for employees’ volunteer board service
  • Minimal travel required for troubleshooting

If you are an Executive Campaign Director looking to take the next step in your career, apply now! #LI-KJ1

Job ID: a0CUm0000415A2eMAE

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