Novel Messaging: Campaign Manager - KS Gubernatorial Candidate

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Campaign Manager

A Democratic gubernatorial campaign in Kansas is seeking an experienced, strategic, and highly motivated ** Campaign Manager** to lead day-to-day operations for a competitive race. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of the state, direct a statewide campaign team, and play a central role in electing a Democratic governor in 2026.

As the senior staff lead, the Campaign Manager will be responsible for overseeing implementation of the campaign’s strategic plan across all departments, managing senior staff, and ensuring coordination with consultants, partners, and the candidate. The ideal candidate will bring strong management experience, sound political judgment, and a commitment to building and leading a professional, disciplined campaign operation.

Compensation & Location:

This is a full-time, limited-duration position through Election Day.

Competitive salary of $10,000 - $12,000 per month based on experience plus opportunity for a win bonus.

Candidates must be willing to relocate for the duration of the campaign.

Key Responsibilities:

• Campaign Leadership & Management: Oversee daily campaign operations and manage senior staff across all departments, including field, communications, political, finance, digital, and operations. Ensure each department has clear goals, accountability systems, and the resources necessary to succeed.

• Strategic Planning: Work with the Candidate, General Consultant, and senior leadership team to develop and execute a comprehensive campaign plan encompassing fundraising, field, communications, digital engagement, and coalition building.

• Political & Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a primary point of contact for party leaders, allied organizations, and key stakeholders. Build strong relationships across the progressive ecosystem to maximize support and coordination.

• Fundraising Oversight: Partner with the Finance Director to implement and drive an aggressive fundraising program, ensuring the campaign meets ambitious goals through call time, events, digital, and PAC outreach.

• Communications & Media: Coordinate closely with communications staff, pollsters and media consultants to ensure message discipline and effective earned and paid media strategies.

• Compliance & Operations: Ensure compliance with all campaign finance laws and reporting requirements. Work with the Treasurer and Operations staff to maintain accurate records, budgets, and HR systems.

• Candidate Management: Partner with the Candidate to effectively allocate time, prepare for events, and ensure they are fully supported to perform at the highest level.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience managing large, complex political campaigns or equivalent large-scale advocacy efforts. Prior statewide experience preferred.

• Strong leadership, organizational, and team management skills; proven ability to manage senior staff and diverse teams.

• Excellent strategic thinking, political judgment, and problem-solving abilities.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to represent the campaign effectively with stakeholders, partners, and the media.

• Commitment to Democratic values and to building an inclusive, equitable campaign team.

We recognize that strong candidates may not meet every qualification listed. If you are energized by this opportunity and bring relevant skills and experiences, we encourage you to apply. The campaign is committed to creating a team that reflects the diversity of our state. Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please apply by sending your resume and 1 page cover letter to [email protected]