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Development Manager
Chicago Jazz Philharmonic —Chicago, IL
- $52,000 - $59,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Research
- Mid-level
- Administrative experience
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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The Chicago School of Professional Psychology —Chicago, IL
- $40 - $45 an hour
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- English
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Deloitte —Chicago, IL
- $88,600 - $163,100 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- English
Policy & Communications Associate
The University of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $60,405 - $78,172 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Part-Time On Air Talent
Hubbard Broadcasting —Chicago, IL
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- English
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WFMT Digital Writer/Editor
Window To The World Communications, Inc. —Chicago, IL
- $57,000 - $65,000 a year
- Research
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
Communications Specialist
Barrow Wise Consulting —Chicago, IL
- $65,000 - $91,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- 4 years
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Content Specialist
National Association of REALTORS® —Chicago, IL
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Marketing
- Mid-level
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JB for Governor —Chicago, IL
- $78,000 a year
- Full-time
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Red Ventures —Chicago, IL
- $50,000 - $75,000 a year
- Email
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Executive Communications Specialist
DePaul University —Chicago, IL
- $50,174 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Marketing
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Content Coordinator
Smithbucklin —Chicago, IL
- $61,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
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- Mid-level
Internal Communications Specialist
Sargent & Lundy —Chicago, IL
- $69,657 - $106,421 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- English
- Office
- US work authorization
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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Videographer
Hubbard Broadcasting —Chicago, IL
- $24.04 - $33.65 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- English
- Research
Digital Content Producer
Audacy, Inc. —Chicago, IL
- $59,740 a year
- Online Application
- Research
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Executive Communications Manager
TransUnion —Chicago, IL
- $100,100 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Marketing
- 5 years
- Office
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
Communications Associate
Lawndale Christian Health Center —Chicago, IL
- From $38,272 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
Staff Writer
Mainland —Chicago, IL
- $50,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- 2 years
Internal Communications Lead
TRADEBE —Chicago, IL
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Marketing
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Copy Writter - Chicago
Photon —Chicago, IL
- $33,000 - $117,000 a year
- Marketing
- Research
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Development Manager

Chicago Jazz Philharmonic
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$52,000 - $59,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
403(b)
Professional development assistance

Qualifications

Research
Administrative experience
Sales management systems proficiency
Managing projects
CRM system proficiency
Productivity software
Non-profit experience

Full Job Description

About The Chicago Jazz Philharmonic

Chicago Jazz Philharmonic combines jazz and classical to create new “Third Stream” musical experiences at home and around the world. CJP's Third Stream approach unites diverse perspectives, expanding the potential of what music brings to life for students, musicians, audiences, and communities. CJP does this through its unique 60-member orchestra of both classical and jazz musicians, and its robust education program serving students from Chicago, across the nation, and abroad through its in-school music education program, ensemble-based Saturday intensive academy, and two-week summer camp.

Job Title: Development Manager

Reports to: Executive Director

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

Benefits: Group health insurance plan w/employer contribution

Hours of Work: 40 hours/week (average), M-F (Some weekends and evenings required)

Chicago Jazz Philharmonic (CJP) seeks a Development Manager to support and manage core fundraising operations in alignment with the organization’s development goals. The Development Manager will manage day-to-day development activities, coordinate donor engagement initiatives, and ensure effective execution of fundraising campaigns, grants administration, and sponsorship stewardship.

This position requires a detail-oriented development professional who is skilled in donor cultivation, fundraising administration, and collaborative project management. The Development Manager will work closely with the Executive Director and program staff to strengthen funding pipelines and advance CJP’s artistic and educational mission.

CJP’s annual development strategy includes the Think Big fundraising event, two individual giving campaigns, corporate and foundation support, and donor cultivation activities associated with performances and education programs.

Individual Giving

Support development and implementation of patron cultivation plans for increased giving with the Executive Director and Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Refine, create, and share analysis of patron attributes and behaviors

Manage end of year and spring appeal campaigns

Manage donor database (Salesforce) ensuring accurate records, segmentation, and reporting with the Marketing and Communication Coordinator

Prepare acknowledgement letters and donor stewardship communications

Manage and support the growth of the ‘Jazzical Society’ monthly donor program

Track donor commitment, pledges and fulfillment Grant Writing reports

Partner with the Executive Director and others in drafting, editing and submitting grant proposals and

Create and submit budgets for grants with Executive Director and others

Work with the Education Programs Manager and Executive Director to collect outcomes data and program metrics

Conduct prospect research to identify new grant opportunities

Maintain grant tracking and reporting calendar

Coordinate communications with foundation partners

Corporate Sponsorship & Partnerships

Assist in expanding CJP’s corporate sponsorship program

Support development of sponsorship proposals and benefits packages.

Track deliverables and recognition commitments.

Assist in fostering ongoing sponsor relationships.

Conduct research on potential corporate funders and sponsorship/partnership opportunities

Special Events/Performances & Donor Engagement

Support planning and logistics for the organization’s Think Big Event

Coordinate solicitation and procurement of silent auction and in-kind contributions

Manage logistics for donor cultivation events and concert-related receptions

Serve as lead coordinator for additional, more intimate donor cultivation events throughout the year (i.e., Annual Impact Report Breakfast, Pre / Post-Concert Receptions, etc.)

Support travel coordination related to international donor engagement activities

Board & Committee Support

Assisting Executive Director in supporting board giving initiatives

Prepare development updates and materials for board meetings

Coordinate development-related committee logistics and documentation

Marketing & Communications Collaboration

Partner with the Communications Coordinator to support fundraising messages and campaigns.

Ensure donor communications align with CJP brand and mission.

Assist with preparation of sponsorship decks, stewardship materials, and annual reports.

Support performance tracking and campaign analytics.

Data Management & Reporting

Manage donor records and reporting tools in Salesforce.

Maintain accurate development dashboards and activity reports.

Track campaign outcomes and revenue trends to support decision-making.

Maintain donor confidentiality and ethical fundraising standards.

Internal Collaboration & Leadership Support

Serve as a collaborative partner in advancing a culture of philanthropy across the organization.

Coordinate development timelines, deliverables, and campaign workflows.

Provide guidance and task coordination to interns or administrative support staff as assigned.

Professional Development & Innovation

Monitor emerging fundraising trends and nonprofit best practices.

Identify opportunities to improve development processes and donor engagement initiatives.

Recommend innovative fundraising approaches such as peer-to-peer or digital campaigns.

QUALIFICATIONS

4 + years of experience in nonprofit administration (arts preferred)

Demonstrated experience in donor stewardship, grant coordination, or fundraising campaign support.

High attention to detail with strong organizational and project management ability. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and project coordination tools

Experience with Salesforce or comparable CRM systems.

Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small-team environment.

Availability for evening and weekend events as needed.

Commitment to Chicago Jazz Philharmonic’s mission, programs, and values.

To Apply

Please send cover letter and current resume to Laura Rice, Executive Director, at [email protected].

Chicago Jazz Philharmonic does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religious belief, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, physical or mental disability or any other protected status in admission or access to, or employment in its programs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,000.00 - $59,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b)
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person

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