Job Announcement: Project Director

3/17/26

Looking for a job with meaningful purpose, while gaining fundraising and nonprofit management skills that will support exciting career growth? Join the Amanda White Consulting team!

Amanda White Consulting (AWC) seeks a multi-faceted professional to manage capital campaign client projects and other AWC activities. AWC works with Madison's most dynamic nonprofit organizations. From affordable housing to the arts to sustainability, AWC collaborates with organizations that make our community a better place. Join this growing, thriving local business!

The Project Director will be a detail-oriented, highly organized professional with experience in non-profit fund development. Experience working with a capital campaign is a bonus. AWC is searching for an individual who embraces ongoing professional development, is collaborative, enjoys wearing multiple “professional hats,” and is interested in exploring modern, creative approaches to nonprofit success.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Client Services, primarily capital campaign management (75%):

• Support the lead consultant with daily functions of capital campaign consulting projects, ensuring both client and lead consultant are meeting deadlines and achieving deliverables

• Manage client scheduling and coordination of time and resources for the consultant

• Oversee and coordinate prospect list entry and prospect data management

• Attend client meetings with the lead consultant

• Conduct prospect research and compile prospect portfolios

• Manage client cultivation (e.g., thank you notes, recognition, and appreciation efforts)

• Coordinate small house parties and other campaign prospect gatherings

• Write campaign documents such as email templates, event invites, etc.

Event Planning and Administrative Support (25%):

• Support logistics for Amanda White Consulting workshops and education events

• Support the planning of AWC small gatherings and events throughout the year

• Attend client and AWC events

• Assist the AWC team with daily administrative duties

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years experience in fund development work, experience with capital campaigns is a bonus

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Proven ability to be highly organized and detail-oriented

• Experience in major gift prospect research is a bonus

• Experience with Canva, Mailchimp, wealth assessment tools, or donor databases is a bonus

DETAILS:

AWC offers a flexible work schedule and the opportunity to work remotely within the Madison/Southern Wisconsin region. The position can be offered full or part-time, depending on the candidate's interest and availability. Compensation is based on experience, and a benefits package is included. Amanda White Consulting offers a fun, engaging, and respectful work culture. Limited evening and weekend work may be required.

TO APPLY:

Please send a cover letter, resume, and one writing sample (communication, grant application, etc.) to info@amandawhiteconsulting.com. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the right person is found. In your cover letter, please include any nonprofit organizations that you have worked with (formally or as a volunteer) and your connection to the organization (fundraising, volunteering, Board member, event management). People of color, women, LGBTQ+, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

For more information, contact info@amandawhiteconsulting.com.