Assistant Director of Donor Campaigns and Engagement

Project Bread connects people and communities in Massachusetts to reliable sources of food while advocating for policies that make food more accessible so that no one goes hungry. To assist us in meeting our mission, Project Bread is seeking an Assistant Director of Donor Campaigns and Engagement to join our team.

At Project Bread, we are deeply committed to creating positive social change and recognize that hunger and racism are inextricably linked. We work in a fast-paced environment that values learning, innovation, and diverse perspectives. Equity and inclusion are central to our work, and we aspire to build a diverse team that includes groups traditionally underrepresented among our sector leadership. We strongly encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Supervisor: Vice President of Individual Giving

Salary: $80,000-$85,000

The Role: The Assistant Director of Donor Campaigns and Engagement, a new position within the Individual Giving team, will have an immediate impact on Project Bread’s evolving fundraising strategy at a pivotal moment for the organization following a period of rapid growth. The Assistant Director will be a team leader, driving Project Bread’s efforts to grow and sustain individual donor support through strategic engagement and innovative, integrated, data-driven campaigns. This role focuses on cultivating and deepening donor relationships by developing creative strategies to inspire engagement and achieve bold revenue goals, including generating over $2 million in individual contributions. A successful candidate will have experience blending creativity, strategic thinking, leadership, and data-informed decision-making to drive initiatives that foster meaningful donor relationships across diverse audiences advancing Project Bread’s mission.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the VP of Individual Giving to lead the planning, execution, and analysis of integrated multi-channel fundraising campaigns to meet annual revenue goals
• Create and implement stewardship plans to recognize, retain, and upgrade individual donors, emphasizing donor impact and engagement
• Develop compelling campaign themes, messaging, and materials to inspire donor participation and strengthen donor loyalty, working in partnership with the communications and content team
• Oversee the revenue budget for all fundraising campaigns, including forecasting, monitoring, and ensuring alignment with organizational revenue goals
• Design and implement new strategies to engage donors across various giving levels, ensuring a personalized and meaningful donor experience
• Analyze donor data and campaign performance to identify trends, inform strategies, set and track key performance metrics, and ensure data-driven decision-making across all channels
• Provide leadership and guidance to a team of two, including a manager and an associate, fostering a culture of professional development and growth while upholding industry best practices

Organizational Responsibilities:

• Participate in the planning and evaluation of the annual Walk for Hunger, including working as event staff the weekend of the Walk (the first weekend in May), and attending pre-Walk events as assigned.
• Participate in organization-wide events and meetings.
• Act to promote, sustain, and grow Project Bread’s positive, productive, and inclusive working environment.

Qualifications:

There are innumerable ways to learn, grow, and excel professionally. We know people gain skills through a variety of professional, personal, educational, and volunteer experiences. Project Bread recognizes this when we review applications and take a broad look at the experience of each applicant. We want to get to know you and the unique strengths you will bring to the work. This said we are most likely to be interested in your candidacy if you can demonstrate most of the qualifications and experiences listed below.

• Passion for Project Bread’s mission and a commitment to fostering a culture of philanthropy
• 5+ years of experience in fundraising, donor engagement, or related fields, with proven success in managing individual giving campaigns such as direct mail, digital appeals, or peer-to-peer fundraising
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting donor-centric messaging and compelling campaign materials
• Proficiency in fundraising databases (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce) and digital platforms (e.g., Classy, Mailchimp, project management tools)
• Analytical mindset with experience interpreting donor data and applying insights to improve campaign performance and donor strategies
• Experience leading a team and fostering a collaborative work environment

Additional Requirements

Working Location: All employees currently work in a hybrid remote and in-office model and are expected to spend some time in the office each week. The Assistant Director will need to be present in the East Boston office on Tuesdays and Thursdays and may require additional in-person work as needed.

COVID-19 Vaccine Policy: For the safety and protection of Project Bread Staff and constituents, we have a COVID-19 Vaccine Policy that requires all staff to be fully vaccinated according to the CDC definition. Accommodation requests will be considered through our normal request process.

Benefits

Benefits include Blue Cross Blue Shield health and dental, flexible spending accounts, retirement plan with match after one year, life and long-term disability, contributions to commuting costs and wellness expenses, and flexible paid time off.

How to Apply

Please apply here by completing our application form and uploading your resume and cover letter in MS Word or PDF format.

Review of applications will begin February 24th and continue until the position is filled.

Project Bread is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services. Please contact us at jobs@projectbread.org if you would like to request special accommodations during the interview process.