Confidential: Campaign ManagerFairfax County, VA$7000 - $8200 (Monthly)Managed Paid Staff, Managed a budget of $1,000,000, Raised to a seven figure budgetConfidentialCampaign ManagementCampaignSenior Leadership (overseeing multiple Department Directors. Ex: Campaign Manager, Coordinated Manager)To apply, please send a resume, two references, and a short statement of 500 words or less on why you are interested in electing a progressive to Congress to 24, DescriptionA high-level progressive congressional campaign is seeking a strategic, driven, and well-rounded Campaign Manager to lead a competitive open-seat primary. This race will require a sophisticated, disciplined, and fully integrated campaign operation.
The Campaign Manager will oversee all aspects of the campaign and serve as the senior strategist and day-to-day leader. They will be responsible for developing and executing the overall campaign plan; managing staff and consultants; and coordinating finance, communications, and field operations to ensure the campaign meets its political, financial, and organizational goals. This role requires strong leadership, sharp political judgment, and the ability to build and manage a high-performing team in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.Key ResponsibilitiesCampaign Strategy & LeadershipDevelop and implement a comprehensive campaign plan, including field, communications, digital, and finance strategiesSet and manage benchmarks, timelines, and goals to ensure the campaign stays on trackAdvise the candidate on political strategy, messaging, and day-to-day decision-makingStaff & Operations ManagementRecruit, hire, train, and supervise campaign staff and consultantsFoster a strong, collaborative, and accountable team cultureManage campaign operations, including office logistics, compliance, and vendor relationshipsFundraising & FinanceWork with finance staff/consultants to develop and execute a fundraising planOversee call time, donor outreach, and fundraising eventsTrack progress toward fundraising goals and adjust strategy as neededCreate and manage a budgetField & Voter ContactOversee field program, including voter targeting, canvassing, phone banking, and GOTV effortsMonitor voter contact metrics and adjust tactics to meet persuasion and turnout goalsCommunications & MediaGuide campaign messaging and branding across all platformsOversee press strategy, earned media, and digital communicationsWork with consultants to prepare the candidate for debates, interviews, and public appearancesQualifications & Requirements2+ years of campaign or political experience, including at least one cycle in a senior leadership roleDemonstrated success managing staff, budgets, and complex political operationsStrong understanding of fundraising, field organizing, and communications strategyExperience with voter file systems (e.g., VAN), fundraising/call time platforms, and budget/finance plansExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work long hours, including nights and weekends, in a fast-paced environmentStrong organizational skills and attention to detailCommitment to the campaign's mission and valuesPreferred:Experience on a congressional or managing a state house/senate campaignExperience managing million-dollar budgetsExperience managing a principal