Who We Are
AmPhil is a leading provider of integrated professional services with a mission to strengthen civil society by helping mission-driven enterprises flourish. Since 2009, AmPhil has served over 1,000 nonprofits, philanthropists, charitable foundations, and other missional initiatives, helping them succeed and grow through practical guidance, strategic analysis, and a full suite of professional services.
As a firm, we value true partnership with our clients and our colleagues; encourage large-heartedness and conviviality; honor the virtues and traditions that have made American society prosperous and free; and employ practical wisdom and deep thinking. Learn more about AmPhil and our philosophy here.
What You’ll Do
Diocesan capital campaigns are complex, fast-paced, and highly goal-oriented efforts that advance both the mission and ministry of the Church. They create a meaningful pathway to deeper discipleship—inviting the faithful to embrace their role as stewards of the many blessings God has entrusted to them in service of building His Kingdom.
These campaigns also provide a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact across the diocese, strengthening local parishes and advancing diocesan priorities through strong, collaborative partnerships with pastors, volunteers, and donors.
The Executive Campaign Director serves as the on-site leader of the diocesan capital campaign and is responsible for the successful planning, execution, and completion of this comprehensive fundraising effort. This individual works closely with the Bishop, diocesan leadership, pastors, and campaign counsel to ensure alignment with the Church’s mission while driving measurable results.
Primary activities and responsibilities include the following:
- Develop and implement comprehensive campaign strategies, work plans, and timetables for dioceses and individual parishes;
- Create tailored campaign materials to support fundraising and engagement efforts;
- Recruit, train, and manage volunteers, providing ongoing coaching to ensure effective participation;
- Guide and support key leaders in best practices for fundraising and campaign management;
- Identify and cultivate relationships with major gift prospects and donors;
- Assist with donor stewardship and ongoing engagement to maximize campaign support;
- Track, measure, and analyze campaign progress using data-driven methods to ensure goals are met;
- Prepare and present regular reports on campaign performance and outcomes.
- Provide on-site support at diocese or parishes Monday–Friday, including attendance at evening meetings and occasional weekend events;
- Serve as on-the-ground support of contacts for campaign-related inquiries and coordination; and
- Contribute to both AmPhil and client culture through strong engagement, communication, collegiality, and conviviality.
Additional Qualifications:
- At least three years of experience in fundraising or related field; experience with campaigns preferred;
- Commitment to the mission and values of the Diocese of Arlington and the Catholic Church;
- Willingness and ability to relocate to Northern Virginia (2026–2028);
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail;
- Superior interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills;
- Experience with donor database systems and prospect research tools;
- Experience with Microsoft Excel and project management software;
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion;
- Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as campaign needs require; and
- A valid driver’s license with the ability to drive a motor vehicle.
What We’re Looking For
- Experienced: The ideal candidate will have at least ten years of professional experience, experience managing at least three people at a time, and a demonstrated track record of success in major gift fundraising, capital campaigns, or annual appeals within a Catholic or non-profit setting. A liberal arts or business background, familiarity with the Catholic Church, and campaign experience are preferred.
- Principled: We look for colleagues who are excited about our mission to strengthen civil society; understand and honor the Western tradition; value truth, faith, and self-governance; and understand that humans need virtue to flourish in community.
- Bright: We want to work with people who are intelligent, logical, self-directed, and curious; able to create order from ambiguity and translate theory and strategy into practical action.
- Convivial: We put a premium on humor and good cheer and seek unpretentious, genuine, generous people who are fun to be around.
- Forthright: We value clear, intelligent, engaging communicators who balance warmth and candor as they earn respect and build honest and trusting relationships.
- Diligent: We search for conscientious colleagues who possess the prudence and discipline to work hard, strive for excellence, complete tasks with minimal supervision, and go above and beyond when necessary to help our clients, partners, and firm succeed and grow.
What You’ll Love About AmPhil
Mission: Everything we do is guided by our mission to strengthen civil society and we’re passionate about building strong partnerships with clients engaged in work that supports strong families, virtuous citizens, vibrant communities, durable institutions, and a flourishing nation. Our employees have the opportunity to work in a company that’s in the trenches with its clients in the service of their incredible missions, helping them refine and grow their work and achieve more.
Culture: We genuinely respect, trust, and enjoy working with our colleagues—and it shows. On any given day, you might find us engaged in healthy debate about the principles of a healthy democracy over happy hour, swapping book recommendations, or challenging one another to a salsa-making competition. We strive to model the “art of association” through our culture of vibrant communitarianism and prioritize courtesy, clarity, warmth, and humor in our interactions and decisions. We take our work seriously, but not ourselves.
Growth: Our employees are given a high degree of ownership over their work and have significant freedom to execute responsibilities in line with their interests and talents. They have the opportunity to learn continually, stand out quickly, do work they’re proud of, and earn the respect and appreciation of their clients and colleagues. It’s hard work and sometimes chaotic, but exciting and rewarding.
Flexibility: We are a hybrid remote/in-person company and have been from the start. Depending on their roles and preferences, many of our employees have the option to work out of one of our beautiful office spaces or to work flexibly within one of our core geographic regions. There are also regular opportunities for in-person interaction. We also understand our staff have lives outside of work. We work hard and expect our colleagues to do the same, but we recognize that while a strong work ethic is supremely important, so also is maintaining a healthy life that does justice to other goods, including those of family, faith, and community.
Competitive Compensation and Benefits: We will pay competitive market rates and have a generous benefits package and holiday/PTO schedule that reflect our commitment to our employees and their families. Benefits and perks include health insurance for employees and their dependents, employer contributions to health savings accounts, a 401(k) retirement program with employer matching, paid parental leave, dependent care spending accounts, a yearly stipend for books and print publications, support for employees’ volunteer board service, and more.