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Campaign Director jobs are open across political campaigns, nonprofits, advocacy organizations, and public affairs firms, from mid-level manager to senior executive, with specializations in electoral strategy, digital fundraising, and issue-based advocacy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Summary: As part of a mission centric, locally delivered and nationally powered organization this role is accountable for leading multiple staff teams and is able to build & maintain strong relationships with constituents while implementing innovative peer to peer fundraising products to exceed revenue goals for Blood Cancer United's mission, within a designated market area. Relentlessly pursuing cancer cures.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Mission Integration
- Partner with Education Services and Health Research department to effectively communicate the Blood Cancer United overall mission, programs, resources and priorities.
- Responsible for organizing mission centered, local donor cultivation events and prospecting high-impact donors for national stewardship activities
- Staff Leadership & Development
- Create and implement an innovative strategic plan annually and revise periodically to ensure team exceeds all revenue goals.
- Teach, train and consult fundraising staff in designated market area
- Responsible for the hiring, management, development & training of the peer to peer fundraising teams.
- Volunteer Leadership & Development
- Collaborate to grow volunteer and corporate relationships across the market and throughout Blood Cancer United.
- Responsible for the recruitment and cultivation of high-level volunteer committees
- Teach, train and consult volunteer leaders in designated market area
- Responsible for the recruitment & cultivation of high level volunteer leadership.
- Provide comprehensive volunteer support to ensure positive volunteer interaction.
- Innovation in High Impact Fundraising
- Accountable for achieving high-impact peer to peer fundraising revenue goals.
- Responsible for retaining & upgrading sponsorship for all products.
- Maintain a working knowledge of the Blood Cancer United mission and programs to promote Organizational initiatives.
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Education & Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 7-8 years of relatable experience
- Demonstrated track record of success
- Demonstrated ability to develop high performing teams
- Comfort with getting into the details as necessary
- Physical demands are minimal and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations
- Work environment is representative and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations
- Local Travel up to 30%.
- Required to work some evenings or weekends.
As a valued member of Blood Cancer United, you are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; a 403b retirement plan along with generous paid time off. In addition, we observe federal paid holidays throughout the year, and offer a wellness program and an employee assistance program.
We are excited to share the base pay range for this position is $88K to $95K. The offered compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, business need, market conditions, proficiencies, skills, education, and experience. Additionally, at Blood Cancer United we place a high value on internal pay equity and will consider the current compensation of similarly situated roles and direct team members. Base compensation is only one component of our Total Rewards program, which also includes an annual incentive plan and a competitive benefits package.
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer
Blood Cancer United is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in its workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, race, color, creed, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, religion, genetic predisposition or information, physical or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Blood Cancer United seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission and where they will join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Blood Cancer United home. Blood Cancer United complies with all applicable laws which prohibit discrimination and harassment in the workplace, and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment supportive of all of our employees and the communities we serve.
Summary: As part of a mission centric, locally delivered and nationally powered organization this role is accountable for leading multiple staff teams and is able to build & maintain strong relationships with constituents while implementing innovative peer to peer fundraising products to exceed revenue goals for Blood Cancer United's mission, within a designated market area. Relentlessly pursuing cancer cures.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Mission Integration
- Partner with Education Services and Health Research department to effectively communicate the Blood Cancer United overall mission, programs, resources and priorities.
- Responsible for organizing mission centered, local donor cultivation events and prospecting high-impact donors for national stewardship activities
- Staff Leadership & Development
- Create and implement an innovative strategic plan annually and revise periodically to ensure team exceeds all revenue goals.
- Teach, train and consult fundraising staff in designated market area
- Responsible for the hiring, management, development & training of the peer to peer fundraising teams.
- Volunteer Leadership & Development
- Collaborate to grow volunteer and corporate relationships across the market and throughout Blood Cancer United.
- Responsible for the recruitment and cultivation of high-level volunteer committees
- Teach, train and consult volunteer leaders in designated market area
- Responsible for the recruitment & cultivation of high level volunteer leadership.
- Provide comprehensive volunteer support to ensure positive volunteer interaction.
- Innovation in High Impact Fundraising
- Accountable for achieving high-impact peer to peer fundraising revenue goals.
- Responsible for retaining & upgrading sponsorship for all products.
- Maintain a working knowledge of the Blood Cancer United mission and programs to promote Organizational initiatives.
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Education & Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 7-8 years of relatable experience
- Demonstrated track record of success
- Demonstrated ability to develop high performing teams
- Comfort with getting into the details as necessary
- Physical demands are minimal and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations
- Work environment is representative and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations
- Local Travel up to 30%.
- Required to work some evenings or weekends.
As a valued member of Blood Cancer United, you are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; a 403b retirement plan along with generous paid time off. In addition, we observe federal paid holidays throughout the year, and offer a wellness program and an employee assistance program.
We are excited to share the base pay range for this position is $88K to $95K. The offered compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, business need, market conditions, proficiencies, skills, education, and experience. Additionally, at Blood Cancer United we place a high value on internal pay equity and will consider the current compensation of similarly situated roles and direct team members. Base compensation is only one component of our Total Rewards program, which also includes an annual incentive plan and a competitive benefits package.
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer
Blood Cancer United is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in its workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, race, color, creed, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, religion, genetic predisposition or information, physical or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Blood Cancer United seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission and where they will join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Blood Cancer United home. Blood Cancer United complies with all applicable laws which prohibit discrimination and harassment in the workplace, and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment supportive of all of our employees and the communities we serve.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in campaign director jobs.
- Five or more years of experience managing political, advocacy, or nonprofit campaigns
- Proven ability to build and oversee multi-channel campaign strategies including digital and field
- Experience managing campaign budgets and reporting to boards, funders, or executive leadership
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for messaging development and public speaking
- Familiarity with voter file tools, CRM systems, or constituent management platforms
- Bachelor's degree in political science, communications, public policy, or a related field
Tips for Your Campaign Director Job Search
Quantify campaign outcomes on your resume
Hiring committees want to see results, not responsibilities. List the budget you managed, the percentage by which you grew a donor base, or the number of volunteers you mobilized. Vague descriptions of oversight get passed over in favor of concrete wins.
Tailor your resume to campaign type
Electoral campaign directors and nonprofit advocacy directors look for different things. Align your language and examples to the specific cycle, cause, or constituency the employer works with. A resume built for a ballot initiative won't read well for a legislative lobbying operation.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists campaign director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight cross-functional coalition experience
Campaign directors who've coordinated paid media, field organizing, and digital fundraising simultaneously are far more competitive. Name the teams you've aligned and the stakeholders you've managed across those functions. Siloed experience in one channel reads as a gap.
Prepare a scenario answer for crisis decisions
Interviewers for campaign director roles almost always ask how you've handled a last-minute message change, a budget cut mid-cycle, or a press crisis. Walk them through your decision process, who you consulted, and what the outcome was. Vague answers don't land at this level.
Negotiate start date around cycle timing
Many campaign director roles are tied to election cycles, legislative sessions, or fiscal years. When negotiating, raise your start date in the context of the cycle the organization is entering. Starting two weeks late in a 90-day push has real consequences, and employers know it.
Campaign Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most campaign directors?
Blood Cancer United, Shield, and Qualcomm are hiring the most campaign directors right now, with openings concentrated in California, New York, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to cluster around election cycles, legislative sessions, and major advocacy pushes.
How many campaign director jobs are remote?
About 100% of campaign director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by role type. Digital fundraising and communications-focused director roles offer the most remote flexibility, while field campaign and electoral director positions typically require an on-the-ground presence in the target geography.
How do you become a campaign director?
Most campaign directors build up through field organizer, campaign manager, or communications roles before moving into director-level positions. Start by taking on full ownership of a function, such as digital outreach or volunteer coordination, then grow into cross-functional oversight. Working on multiple cycles or cause areas in succession accelerates the transition to a director role faster than staying in one organization.
Can you get hired as a campaign director without direct experience?
Getting hired as a campaign director with little direct experience is difficult, but adjacent paths exist. Candidates who've run a department within a larger campaign, managed an independent ballot measure, or directed a nonprofit program with a mobilization component often cross over successfully. Framing your existing experience around budget authority, team leadership, and measurable outcomes matters more than the exact title you held.
What does the campaign director interview process look like?
The campaign director interview process typically moves through an initial screening call, a panel interview with senior leadership or board members, and a final round that often includes a written or verbal strategic exercise. You may be asked to present a 90-day plan, respond to a mock crisis scenario, or walk through a past campaign in detail. Some organizations also conduct reference checks early rather than waiting until an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to campaign director jobs?
You can find and apply to campaign director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing.
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