Associate Director of Digital Innovation and Strategy

Associate Director of Digital Innovation and Strategy

Location:
New York, NY (Hybrid, 3 days in-office)

Employment Type:
Full-time

Salary Range:
$87,500–$105,000

About Hudson Ferris

Hudson Ferris is a boutique fundraising consultancy based in New York City. For fourteen years, we have helped mission-driven nonprofits grow sustainably by combining strategic counsel with the boots-on-the-ground support needed to get results. From prospect research to major gift campaigns, to innovative tools like
Margaret
, our proprietary consulting platform, we equip changemakers with what they need to succeed.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a strategic, detail-oriented professional to serve as our
Associate Director of Digital Innovation and Strategy
. This mid-level leadership role is perfect for someone with strong experience in nonprofit prospect research and campaign strategy, who also brings curiosity and insight into the future of digital fundraising tools. You will play a lead role in delivering outstanding client work, especially in the areas of donor research, pipeline development, and strategic fundraising planning. You will also contribute to the ongoing development and maintenance of
Margaret
, our first-of-its-kind nonprofit consultancy platform.

What You'll Do

Client Research & Strategy Execution

• Produce and oversee the production of research deliverables (including donor dossiers, prospect lists, wealth screenings, and more; this may involve managing freelancers as our team expands)
• Lead research strategy across multiple client accounts, integrating insights into campaign roadmaps
• Present findings clearly to clients and team members, ensuring actionable use of research
• Track progress using project management tools (we use ) and collaborate closely with our Fundraising Consulting team

Internal Operations & Leadership

• Implement systems that make prospecting and research more efficient and impactful
• Manage and mentor junior staff as needed
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration of research into fundraising campaigns

Support Development of Margaret

• Assist with QA testing, content updates, and feature feedback for the Margaret platform
• Gather and translate user feedback into product improvements
• Help train team members and clients on effective tool use

Drive Innovation

• Stay informed on trends in digital fundraising, CRM platforms, and AI-powered prospecting
• Bring fresh ideas and thoughtful experimentation to improve our research approach and digital services

What We're Looking For

• 4–6 years of nonprofit fundraising, prospect research, or development consulting experience
• Strong familiarity with individual and institutional giving strategy, as well as fundraising campaigns
• Comfortable using databases and subscription tools (e.g. Salesforce, DonorSearch, Impala, DonorAtlas, Inside Philanthropy, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills—both verbal and written
• Experience managing projects and/or mentoring staff
• Bonus
  : Experience in product development or tool testing is a plus

Why Join Hudson Ferris?

• Be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team making an impact across sectors—from education and climate to justice to healthcare
• Contribute to cutting-edge research and fundraising strategies
• Help shape a growing digital product from the inside
• Hybrid work model (3 days in-person)
• Health benefits, PTO, 401(k) with match, and more

Apply Now

To apply, please email your
resume and a cover letter
to Molly Breitbart, Director of Digital Innovation and Strategy, at

.

We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds—if you're excited about this role and our mission, we want to hear from you