Job Description
Consultant – Fundraising & Campaign Strategy
Location: Remote
Compensation: Competitive base + benefits
Empower organizations to achieve transformational fundraising success
Togetherwork is seeking a Consultant to help our clients design, prepare for, and execute high-impact fundraising campaigns. Our work spans feasibility studies, campaign case development, strategic assessments, gift management, and communications—all designed to help educational institutions and organizations engage alumni and donors before, during, and after major fundraising efforts.
While ongoing travel is limited, all new hires must be available to travel to Lawrence, KS for one full week of in-person onboarding and training. All travel expenses will be fully covered by the company.
As a Consultant, you will serve as a trusted advisor to clients—leading feasibility studies, directing capital campaigns, and developing creative, data-informed strategies that drive measurable fundraising outcomes.
What you’ll do
Lead client engagements: Manage feasibility studies and capital campaigns, ensuring projects are delivered on time and aligned with client goals.
Engage with stakeholders: Build relationships and communicate effectively with organizational leaders, volunteers, and donors to foster trust and collaboration.
Conduct major gift research: Identify and evaluate potential donors to inform fundraising strategy.
Facilitate donor cultivation: Schedule and conduct interviews to educate, inspire, and cultivate major gift prospects.
Analyze and present insights: Synthesize interview findings into actionable campaign recommendations and present them to clients.
Develop and execute campaign strategies: Create tailored fundraising plans to meet client objectives.
Recruit and manage volunteers: Identify, train, and support volunteer leaders throughout campaign solicitation efforts.
Support fundraising solicitations: Partner with volunteers to secure campaign commitments and track progress.
Collaborate and contribute: Work cross-functionally to support colleagues, share best practices, and enhance the overall client experience.
Adhere to professional standards: Uphold company policies, the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Code of Ethics, and all relevant compliance guidelines.
Travel periodically: Up to 25% travel for client meetings, volunteer training, and campaign activities.
What you bring
Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) required.
Minimum 2+ years of experience in fundraising, higher education advancement, or consulting.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
Experience with fundraising databases; Salesforce experience preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Salesforce, Monday.com, and Adobe Acrobat.
Demonstrated project management and organizational skills.
Ability to lead internal account teams and collaborate across departments.
A proactive, client-focused mindset with the ability to anticipate challenges and deliver creative solutions.
Experience in the nonprofit sector preferred.
Membership in a Greek social organization a plus.
Why this role
Impact: Help institutions and nonprofits achieve transformational fundraising results that strengthen their missions.
Growth: Build deep expertise in campaign strategy, donor engagement, and advancement consulting.
Collaboration: Join a team that values shared learning, creativity, and purpose-driven work.
Flexibility: Hybrid role in Austin, TX with occasional travel to client sites and onboarding in Lawrence, KS.
Inclusion and Diversity: Togetherwork is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are a company where diverse backgrounds, experiences and viewpoints are valued. Togetherwork does not make hiring or employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, age, ethnic or national origin, or any other basis protected by all local, state or federal laws.
The Company offers a comprehensive employee benefits program, including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- 100% Employer paid short/long term disability
- Basic Life
- 401(k) option with 100% company match up to 4%
- Flexible paid personal/vacation time built on mutual trust and accountability
- 10 sick days annually
- 10 company paid holidays
- 6 weeks paid parental leave
- Pet Insurance
- Medical Travel Benefits
- Infertility Benefits
- Teladoc
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Benefits & Engagement Platform
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