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The Development Campaign Manager is responsible for contributing to Word on Fire’s annual giving fundraising efforts, primarily by managing and enhancing the success of the annual direct mail response program. This role is responsible for writing compelling solicitation letters and other content that motivates and affirms existing donors and attracts new supporters to our mission. The role requires a deep understanding of the voice, values, and messaging of Bishop Robert Barron and Word on Fire. The Development Campaign Manager will coordinate with the Development Marketing Director and a third-party partner to develop, implement, and track multi-channel campaigns and continue the growth of this vital fundraising initiative. This position is an integral member of an expanding Development team at an exciting time of growth for Word on Fire.
Location: Elk Grove Village, IL
Employment Type: Full-time
Collaborate with the Development Marketing Director and third-party partner to serve as project manager of an annual monthly direct mail campaign program and grow the initiative over time to increase revenue in support of the mission of Word on Fire
Develop all direct mail campaign materials and themes through extensive copywriting of segmented versions of campaign letters, remit forms, acknowledgement letters, email versions of campaigns, website landing page text, and other collateral materials; contribute to non-direct mail, development marketing copywriting as needed
Collaborate with Design, Publishing, Distribution, and other departments to acquire necessary campaign collateral on tight deadlines
Create and edit website content for fundraising campaign web pages via WordPress
Build, write, and edit segmented direct mail follow-up email campaign messages using ActiveCampaign
Manage the relationship and work closely with third-party partner to meet all production and delivery deadlines of direct mail campaigns
Work closely with third-party partner to ensure timely processing of all direct mail returns and troubleshoot any issues
Support the development team in processing of direct mail donation information in CRM (Bloomerang)
Participate in WOF’s strategic stewardship initiative to personally call donors who meet certain criteria
Field donor and prospective donor questions via email (Help Scout) and phone (RingCentral)
Add and update donation and donor information in CRM (Bloomerang) on a timely basis
Assist in donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and management
Assist with other fundraising initiatives as needed, including online campaigns, special events, grant applications, and sponsorships
Other duties as assigned
Bachelor's Degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or related field or equivalent experience
Minimum 3 years’ experience (5 years preferred) in marketing, fundraising, or direct mail campaign management
Minimum 2 years’ experience writing effective and compelling fundraising solicitation material
Experience with Raiser’s Edge, Bloomerang, or other donor database software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and willingness to talk on the phone
Strong project management skills and ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities
Ability to speak with people from a variety of backgrounds and patiently troubleshoot any customer service issues they are facing
Commitment to the mission of Word on Fire
Experience working in non-profit fundraising
Knowledge of fundraising and direct mail best practices
Experience with WordPress or other online content management system
Basic knowledge of HTML
Experience with Google Drive and Monday.com
Familiarity with the work of Bishop Barron and Word on Fire
Word on Fire Catholic Ministries is a nonprofit global media apostolate that supports the work of Bishop Robert Barron and reaches millions of people to draw them into—or back to—the Catholic faith.
Word on Fire is founded upon and intent on prioritizing its Catholic religious mission and principles above all else. Word on Fire's religious mission may therefore require that it make employment decisions based on an individual's religion and adherence to the principles of the Catholic Church.
Word on Fire offers its team members a robust benefits package that includes:
Competitive compensation
Work-from-home Wednesdays and up to 20 additional work-from-home days throughout the year
Several 100% Word on Fire-paid insurance benefits: life, short-term disability, and long-term disability
Other insurance benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
A retirement plan with a 3% target employer contribution
Generous paid time off and paid holidays
Paid parental leaves at 100% of base salary
Access to Word on Fire’s incredible wealth of content and resources and more!
Full Time
$89k-110k (estimate)
04/26/2024
06/25/2024