Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Ducks Unlimited is seeking a project manager for non-traditional fundraising programs. This position is responsible for planning, executing, and optimizing national campaigns, including online auctions, raffles, sweepstakes, and sports-based fundraising programs.
Responsibilities
- Developing and executing national fundraising strategies for online auctions, raffles, sweepstakes, and virtual events
- Designing and building high-performing digital fundraising campaigns across DU platforms
- Leading sports-based fundraising initiatives (e.g., brackets, survivor pools, pick’em games, and other engagement-driven programs)
- Creating and managing campaign promotion plans across email, social media, web, and partner channels
- Collaborating with internal teams, sponsors, and partners to grow participation and revenue
- Establishing and maintaining national fundraising calendars, campaign schedules, and products
- Monitoring campaign performance and optimization based on data, trends, and user behavior
- Managing all aspects of post-campaign fulfillment, reporting, and analysis
- Assisting in designing and implementing new fundraising concepts, tools, and strategies to expand Ducks Unlimited’s digital fundraising portfolio
- This role does not have direct supervisory responsibility but will lead cross-functional project execution and support
Skills
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement new ideas and scale successful initiatives
- Excellent communication, organization, and relationship management skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple campaigns simultaneously
- Proficiency with MS Office and general web-based tools; ability to learn DU-specific systems
- Knowledge and experience using graphic design tools, such as Canva
- Willingness to work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed
- Ability and willingness to travel out of state for required meetings at a minimum of 3-4 times a year
- A 4-year degree from an accredited institution is preferred
- Experience with nonprofit fundraising, digital marketing, or e-commerce preferred
- Strong knowledge of online fundraising platforms, social media, and digital campaign execution
- Experience with or interest in sports-based fundraising models and audience engagement strategies
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