Blue Raven Campaigns: Finance Consultant

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Blue Raven Campaigns is seeking a Fundraising Consultant with the experience and drive to build and manage aggressive fundraising programs. You'll work directly with candidates to manage call time, plan events, and hit ambitious fundraising goals.

You’ll be a critical member of the team responsible for powering our clients financial engine.

Ideal candidates will have at least two cycles of fundraising or campaign experience, a working knowledge of Chicagoland donors and networks, and a strong commitment to helping Democratic candidates succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage campaign staff and candidate call time programs, including prepping call sheets, tracking pledges, and ensuring follow-up

• Plan and execute fundraising events, both large and small

• Write fundraising emails, event invitations, and donor communications

• Build and manage donor databases and maintain accurate records

• Help craft finance plans and regularly report on fundraising progress

• Strategize with senior staff to maximize donor engagement and fundraising results

Qualifications

• Minimum two full campaign cycles with progressively responsible roles

• Experience directly staffing candidate call time and managing fundraising events

• Strong writing and communication skills

• High level of organization and attention to detail

• Comfort with Excel/Google Sheets; experience with NGP or CRM systems a plus

• Reliable access to a car required

• Familiarity with Chicagoland political and donor networks preferred