Senior Fundraising Strategist
WFA Digital Insight
As the demand for digital fundraising specialists grows, with a 25% increase in 2025, Mozilla's Senior Fundraising Strategist role stands out in the remote job market. With a focus on grassroots fundraising, this role requires expertise in donor relationship management, campaign development, and data analysis. Given Mozilla's mission to build a better technology future, candidates with a passion for digital rights and online freedom will thrive. Before applying, consider highlighting your experience with Salesforce, Programmatic, and Excel, as well as your ability to tell compelling stories that drive fundraising results.
Job Description
About the Role
The Senior Fundraising Strategist role at Mozilla is a critical position that drives the organization's philanthropic support. As a key member of the Development team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing grassroots fundraising campaigns that engage Mozilla's global community and grow the supporter base. This role reports to the Manager, Grassroots Fundraising, and will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure a unified approach to fundraising.Mozilla's mission to promote openness, innovation, and opportunity online is at the heart of this role. As a Senior Fundraising Strategist, you will have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects that advance the organization's goals and make a meaningful difference in the digital landscape. With a focus on donor-centered fundraising, you will work to build meaningful relationships with individual donors, foundations, and partners who share Mozilla's vision.
The Development team at Mozilla is driven by a passion for building a better technology future. As a Senior Fundraising Strategist, you will be part of a collaborative and dynamic team that is committed to delivering results-driven fundraising campaigns. With a strong focus on data analysis and performance metrics, you will have the opportunity to develop and implement campaign strategies that drive real impact.
What You Will Do
- Develop and implement grassroots fundraising campaigns that engage Mozilla's global community and grow the supporter base
- Pitch ideas to engage Mozilla's global community, grow the grassroots donor base, and identify opportunities to solicit existing and prospective donors
- Write compelling fundraising content for supporters across channels, including email, website, and social media
- Identify A/B testing priorities, design testing plans, monitor results, and report on key learnings and next steps
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Tech Platforms, to improve supporter and donor experiences
- Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics for fundraising campaigns
- Analyze data and performance metrics to inform fundraising strategies and optimize campaign results
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, partners, and internal teams
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in digital fundraising and apply this knowledge to inform campaign strategies
What We Are Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in fundraising, preferably in a digital or online context
- Proven track record of developing and implementing successful fundraising campaigns that drive results
- Strong understanding of donor-centered fundraising and relationship management
- Experience with Salesforce, Programmatic, and Excel, as well as other fundraising and data analysis tools
- Excellent writing and communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling stories and messaging that drive fundraising results
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data and performance metrics to inform fundraising strategies
- Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment and build strong relationships with stakeholders
- Passion for Mozilla's mission and a commitment to advancing the organization's goals
Nice to Have
- Experience with A/B testing and experimentation in a fundraising context
- Knowledge of digital marketing and online engagement strategies
- Familiarity with data visualization tools and techniques
- Certification in fundraising or a related field
- Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic and passionate team that is committed to building a better technology future
- Flexible and remote work arrangements, with the ability to work from anywhere in the world
- Professional development opportunities, including training and certification programs
- Access to the latest tools and technologies in digital fundraising and data analysis
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off and holiday schedule, with the ability to recharge and refocus throughout the year
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the digital landscape and contribute to Mozilla's mission,
How to Stand Out
- Highlight your experience with Salesforce, Programmatic, and Excel, as well as your ability to analyze data and performance metrics to inform fundraising strategies
- Showcase your ability to craft compelling stories and messaging that drive fundraising results, and be prepared to provide examples of successful campaigns you have developed and implemented
- Emphasize your passion for Mozilla's mission and your commitment to advancing the organization's goals, and be prepared to discuss how you can contribute to the team's success
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with A/B testing and experimentation in a fundraising context, and how you can apply this knowledge to inform campaign strategies
- Consider highlighting your experience working in a remote or distributed team environment, and your ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders in a virtual context
- Research Mozilla's current fundraising initiatives and be prepared to discuss how you can contribute to and build upon these efforts
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