Campaign, Events, and Marketing Manager

Overview

Title: Campaign, Events, and Marketing Manager                                     

Location: Greater Philadelphia Operations (GPO) Development, 1340 Brown Street, Philadelphia

Reports To: Resource Development Senior Manager

Availability: Immediate

Schedule: Full-time – 40+ hours per week; Flexible hours, with ability to work weekends, as needed

Salary and Grade: $58,000-$62,000 annual: 11 Exempt

 

The Salvation Army is hiring and offers truly excellent benefit package to eligible employees including:

• Generous paid time off every year that includes holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time and sick time. 
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
• Comprehensive health care coverage with low-cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!

 

Position Overview:  The Campaign, Events, and Marketing Manager is responsible for planning, coordination, execution and evaluation of Greater Philadelphia  signature fundraising events and special fundraising campaigns, including but not limited to the Annual Luncheon and Red Kettle Kickoff and GPO Red Kettle Campaign, that will increase philanthropic support, engagement, and public awareness of The Salvation Army’s mission. Working collaboratively with the Resource Development Senior Manager, this position leads the execution of fundraising events and development marketing initiatives by integrating event management, fundraising campaign promotion, donor communications, sponsorship fulfillment, and brand visibility strategies that advance organizational fundraising goals and enhance the donor experience.

Responsibilities

Description of Position:  

• Plan, coordinate, execute, and evaluate Greater Philadelphia Development fundraising events and special fundraising campaigns such as the Annual Luncheon and Red Kettle Kickoff and GPO Red Kettle Campaign, ensuring successful implementation from concept through post-event evaluation.
• Support and coordinate Greater Philadelphia’s Red Kettle Campaign, utilizing incorporating online and digital giving platforms as necessary and appropriate.
• Track report on Red Kettle Campaign results
• Serve as the primary staff liaison to the Luncheon Host Committee, leading committee management, planning, and operational execution while partnering with the Corporate Engagement Manager to develop and execute a comprehensive corporate sponsorship strategy that maximizes philanthropic revenue and ensures the committee has the resources necessary to achieve fundraising objectives.
• Develop and manage event plans, production schedules, budgets, registration systems, timelines, vendor contracts, venue logistics, audiovisual services, catering, entertainment, auctions, and day-of-event operations.
• Develop and implement integrated marketing strategies and annual marketing calendars that promote fundraising campaigns, events, volunteer opportunities, and community impact, including drafting and scheduling social media content.
• Collaborate with DHQ Graphic Designer and Development Communications Manager to create, coordinate, and distribute fundraising marketing materials, including sponsorship packages, invitations, advertisements, event collateral, presentations, signage, email campaigns, website content, and donor communications surrounding events and campaigns, while ensuring compliance with The Salvation Army’s brand standards.
• Collaborate with DHQ Development Communications Manager to maintain The Salvation Army Greater Philadelphia events webpage and maintain all registration platforms, digital communications, and related marketing content to support participation, engagement and donor experience. 
• Manage sponsorship fulfillment by coordinating sponsor communications, recognition opportunities, advertisements, logo collections, benefit fulfillment, VIP experiences, and post-event stewardship activities.
• Support donor engagement and stewardship initiatives through appreciation events, recognition programs, cultivation activities, stewardship communications, and meaningful donor experiences that strengthen long-term philanthropic relationships.
• Prepare, monitor and reconcile event budgets while maintaining accurate records related to sponsorships, registrations, attendance, revenue and expenses.
• Track, analyze, and report key performance metrics related to all fundraising events and campaigns, marketing campaigns, sponsorship fulfillment, donor engagement, attendance, and return on investment to support continuous improvement.
• Utilize Salesforce and other donor management systems to maintain accurate records, generate reports, support stewardship activities, and assist with fundraising administration.
• Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with Divisional Headquarters CRD and other internal departments, donors, sponsors, volunteers, vendors, community partners, and other stakeholders while performing additional duties as assigned in support of The Salvation Army Greater Philadelphia objectives.

   

  The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive, and the candidate will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post.

Qualifications

Requirements:    

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Event Management, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1 to 3 years of progressively responsible experience nonprofit development, fundraising, marketing, communications, event management or related field.
• Experience planning and coordinating fundraising events from concept through execution.
• Experience developing and implementing marketing campaigns and promotional strategies.
• Highly creative, detail-oriented, accurate, organized, analytical, flexible, and able to meet deadlines and budget expectations.
• Experience working with volunteers, sponsors, donors, and community partners.
• Experience with email marketing platforms, online registration systems, Canva or similar design software and social media management tools is preferred.
• Must be computer proficient, able to easily and effectively use email, Microsoft Office applications, Google Suite, volunteer management software, and donor database or CRM systems (Salesforce preferred).
• Must demonstrate good judgement, leadership characteristics and work well as part of a team.
• Able to work effectively and in harmony with officers, staff and volunteers.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel as needed, flexible on scheduling (including attendance in the early morning, evening or weekend meetings/events.)
• Adherence to the AFP Code of Ethics.
• Adherence to The Salvation Army's Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Must possess an understanding of and support the mission of The Salvation Army.
• As a Mandated Reporter, must provide proof of having completed training on recognizing and reporting child abuse meeting the training standards of PA Act 153 of 2014 with recurrent training required every five years thereafter.
• Meets the Child Protection Clearances required by PA Act 153 to include PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record Check.

 

Contact: Please submit your resume and cover letter as instructed below.

External candidates interested in this position please apply online at http://careers.salvationarmy.org. 

Internal candidates interested in applying for this position please apply at http://internal-usesalvationarmy.icims.com.              

 

No Phone Calls Please.

 

Released by the Divisional Human Resources Department on 10/14/2026_____________________________________________________________

 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

 

The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.

Its message is based on the Bible.  Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.

Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ

and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

 

Requisition No. 2692