Top 78 Donor relations Jobs in Chicago Il

Chief Advancement Officer
Resilience —Chicago, IL
- $70,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Marketing
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Specialist, Philanthropic Relations
American Academy of Dermatology —Rosemont, IL
- $88,678 - $104,326 a year
- Online Application
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Research
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Development Associate
The Simple Good —Chicago, IL
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Office
- Communication skills
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Donor Relations & Events Coordinator
Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $52,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Marketing
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Research
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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3d
Development Associate - Part Time
CommunityHealth Clinic —Chicago, IL
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Adults
- Employee assistance program
- Professional development assistance
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4d
Associate, Employer Partnerships
Braven —Chicago, IL
- $59,500 - $78,300 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Sr. Specialist, Donor Relations
Alzheimer's Association —Chicago, IL
- $71,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Research
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Marketing and Communications and Coordinator
Austin Community Food Co-op —Chicago, IL
- From $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Entry level
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9d
Development Associate
Healthcare Alternative Systems —Chicago, IL
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Spanish
- Google Workspace
- English
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Director of Communications
Navy Pier —Chicago, IL
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Hospitality
- Marketing
- Organizational skills
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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4d
Coordinator, Foundation and Donor Services
American College of Surgeons —Chicago, IL
- $62,000 - $65,000 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Surgery
- Research
- Mid-level
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Vice President of Communications and Development
Michael Reese Health Trust —Chicago, IL
- $170,000 - $205,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- 8 years
- Senior level
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Consulting Director, Advancement & Fundraising – Healthcare and Academic Medicine
Huron Consulting Services LLC —Chicago, IL
- $175,000 - $303,750 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Up to 50% travel
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Dental insurance
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Philanthropy Coordinator
Young Mens Christian Assoc of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- Microsoft Excel
- Marketing
- Research
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Donor Relations Specialist
Word on Fire —Elk Grove Village, IL
- $60,000 - $72,000 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- No experience needed
- Research
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Marketing & Communications Specialist - Temporary
TAPESTRY 360 HEALTH —Chicago, IL
- $30 - $35 an hour
- Temporary
- Marketing
- Primary Care
- Mid-level
- Flexible schedule
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3d
Senior Director External Relations, Chicago
iMentor —Chicago, IL
- $135,000 - $145,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 8 years
- Regional
- Senior level
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
Director of Alumni Relations
Northeastern Illinois University —Chicago, IL
- $90,000 - $98,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Social Media Coordinator
SAFER Foundation —Chicago, IL
- $48,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Marketing
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Development Administrator
Howard Brown Health —Chicago, IL
- $76,606.40 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Marketing
- Commuter assistance
- AD&D insurance
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Chief Advancement Officer

Resilience
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,000 - $100,000 a year
10 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Referral program
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Staff supervision
Teamwork
Managing marketing teams
Team supervision
Interpersonal skills
Bachelor of Science
Trauma-sensitive environment
Team development
Major gift prospect cultivation
Managing budgets in a finance role
Bachelor's degree
Online fundraising
Mentoring
Fundraising data analysis
Brand storytelling
Data analytics
Organizational skills
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Marketing analytics
CRM system proficiency
Productivity software
Strategic communications
Financial management
Donor and alumni database management
Senior leadership
Team building

Full Job Description

General Role Description

The Chief Advancement Officer (CAO) is a senior member of the leadership team accountable for all advancement functions, including fundraising, donor relations, grants, strategic partnerships, and marketing and communications. The CAO is responsible for the contributed revenue that sustains the organization’s mission, and ensures all advancement work is grounded in survivor-centered values, confidentiality, equity, and trauma-informed practice, ensuring ethical storytelling, cultural humility, and respectful engagement in fundraising strategy, donor relations, and communications. The CAO will directly engage in major gifts cultivation and key donor relationships, and will provide strategic leadership, including setting priorities and strengthening advancement infrastructure in close partnership with the Executive Director. The Director of Advancement, Marketing, & Communications (DAMC) reports to the CAO and leads day-to-day implementation of annual giving, communications, and events.

Responsibilities

Fundraising Strategy & Revenue Accountability

Partner with the Executive Director and Fundraising Committee to develop long-term revenue strategies
Develop and execute a fundraising strategy incorporating major gifts, annual giving, grants, corporate partnerships, and events aligned with organizational goals
Ensure decisions and strategies are data-driven, including the agency’s Customer Relations Management (CRM) data
Focus on new individual donor acquisition, particularly major gifts
Spearhead a planned giving program, cultivating legacy donor relationships and building infrastructure to grow this revenue stream over time
Collaborate with the DAMC to develop a grant strategy and priorities; ensure compliance, timely reporting, and strong funder relationships
Develop the advancement budget with the Executive Director and financial services staff; manage the budget, monitor fundraising metrics to ensure revenue goals are met, and report progress regularly to the Executive Director, the Board of Directors, and Fundraising Committee
Strengthen internal systems, donor management processes

Major Donor Stewardship & Relationship Management

Lead and oversee the collaborative design of a trauma-informed stewardship framework that reinforces survivor-centered values across all giving levels
Assess and strengthen donor pipelines; create new donor pipelines, particularly major donors; and improve donor retention and stewardship systems
Partner with the Executive Director and DAMC to develop and implement a portfolio management strategy, determining the best breakdown for key staff to cultivate, solicit, and steward, including the ED, CAO, and DAMC
Monitor donor retention rates and guide strategies to strengthen long-term engagement

Community Engagement, External Relations, & Events

Set strategic direction and goals for fundraising and stewardship events based on past results, knowledge of our donor base, and current trends
Develop community engagement opportunities that educate and activate supporters, and ensure all events reflect trauma-informed design and organizational values
Partner with the ED and Leadership Team to strengthen organizational visibility
Build and maintain relationships with community partners, foundations, and corporations
Represent the organization at advocacy initiatives, community events, donor meetings, and key major donor cultivation events
Oversee volunteer fundraising engagement and give/get accountability, working with the DAMC on operational BOD and Associate Board (AB) support

Marketing & Communications Oversight

Set the strategic direction for all marketing and communications, ensuring messaging is trauma-informed and culturally responsive
Oversee impact reports using anonymized data and ethical storytelling; collaborate with program staff to gather mission-aligned content
Ensure brand consistency across all platforms and materials; approve major campaigns, media outreach, and public-facing content
Support the Executive Director in public relations and crisis communication

Team Leadership & Infrastructure

Collaborate with the Executive Director and volunteers, including the Board of Directors and Associate Board
Supervise and mentor the DAMC and support their oversight of advancement staff, contractors, and interns
Oversee the recruitment, hiring, and supervision of the Engagement Manager, Communications Consultant, and Grant Writer, as needed
Foster a culture of philanthropy by engaging staff across the organization in donor awareness and mission storytelling
Participate on hiring committees as needed

Perform other duties as assigned to further the reputation and financial stability of Resilience.

Required Qualifications

Ten or more years of experience in fundraising, development, or advancement
High emotional intelligence and cultural humility, with a demonstrated ability to engage diverse communities and donors with sensitivity
Demonstrated success securing major gifts and managing donor relationships
Strong written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated trauma-informed communication and ethical storytelling in a donor-facing context, including proposal writing and impact storytelling
Strong strategic thinking, prioritization, and organizational skills with a record of managing complex, multi-year advancement plans
Experience with marketing or communications strategy
Proficiency with donor CRM systems, development analytics, online fundraising platforms, and standard office and communications software
Experience in collaborative leadership and team development, including mentoring staff and managing advancement teams or consultants
Ability to work effectively in a small, mission-driven, trauma-informed organization
Budget development and management experience
Minimum five years of supervisory experience
BA/BS (or equivalent experience) in business, nonprofit management, marketing, or similar field

Organizational Requirements

Exceptional executive functioning skills
Adaptability, conscientiousness, and reliability
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to give and receive honest, constructive feedback
Ability to take initiative and work independently, as well as in a team environment that includes cross-department coordination
Passion for Resilience's mission required
Flexibility to work occasional evening and weekend hours
Completion of minimum 40-hours of sexual assault training within 90 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications

GiveSmart experience a plus
Knowledge of the Chicago philanthropic community highly desired
Understanding of sexual assault and violence, gender-based violence, women's issues, human rights issues, and trauma-informed approaches

Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60611

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