Associate Director, Major Gifts

intranet.uchicago.edu

Chicago, IL, US
Base: $80,750 - $95,000; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Hybrid
Major gift fundraising
Donor relationship management
Philanthropic engagement strategies
The Associate Director is responsible for developing and implementing tailored engagement plans for a portfolio of major gift prospects with financial commitments ranging from $100,000 to $4.9 million

Job Summary

  • The Associate Director is responsible for developing and implementing tailored engagement plans for a portfolio of major gift prospects with financial commitments ranging from $100,000 to $4.9 million.
  • This role supports the University of Chicago’s fundraising goals by building philanthropic relationships and serving as a strategist to secure gifts and build donor pipelines within the Central States region.
  • The position offers a hybrid work schedule, requires regular travel throughout the assigned geographic region, and includes comprehensive benefits programs for eligible employees.

Matching Summary

The Associate Director is responsible for developing and implementing tailored engagement plans for a portfolio of major gift prospects with financial commitments ranging from $100,000 to $4.9 million.

Salary

Base: $80,750 - $95,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Eligible for health, retirement, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Major gift fundraising
  • Donor relationship management
  • Philanthropic engagement strategies
  • Portfolio management of prospects
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Regional travel in Central US

Nice-to-have

  • Outstanding interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivated and initiative-taking
  • Confidentiality and discretion
  • Collaborative team player
  • Professional development engagement

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 5-7 years related work experience
  • Minimum five years nonprofit or development experience
  • One or more years frontline development or sales experience
  • Proficiency with donor management systems
  • Ability to travel domestically
  • Work authorization not employer-sponsored

Work Rights

Not eligible for employer-sponsored employment authorization

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