Assistant Director, Development, Humanities

Location: Chicago, IL Job Description: Manages the team's stewardship program, including gathering data on fund usage, compiling data into written reports, and managing report deployment. Assists in the planning and execution of divisional events, including strategic engagement, cultivation, and stewardship events, as well as events involving volunteers. Coordinates annual giving activity, including direct appeal efforts across all giving channels (email, mail, phone), and develops compelling appeals and other direct response materials for donors and alumni. Manages a portfolio of leadership annual giving donors and prospects, renews their support annually, and seeks to upgrade their support. Supports the Director and Associate Director by gathering information from divisional partners on events, stories, and other avenues for donor engagement. Analyzes and synthesizes data to prepare reports on program performance across all gift levels and identifies potential prospects. Analyzes and reflects on division projects and program performance to identify and quantify opportunities for improved outcomes and to build on successful activity. Seeks opportunities for professional development that will enhance job performance, including building networks within the University and with colleagues at peer institutions. Has a moderate/high level of authority in drafting informational and marketing materials for review for assigned programs. Assists in developing support materials for specific fundraising activities. Plans somewhat complex activities of volunteer and support groups. Recruits members and provides guidance and support to leadership activities. Cultivates and maintains relationships with donors and volunteers. Establishes and maintains donor records and accounts. Performs other related work as needed. Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree. Advanced degree. Experience: A minimum of two years of relevant professional work experience in nonprofit management, development, alumni relations, marketing, public relations, sales, or similar professional work experience. Background working with volunteers. Technical Skills or Knowledge: Demonstrated skill and knowledge of, or ability to learn quickly, the internal workings of the University as well as the technology tools available to the Office of Alumni Relations and Development, including Griffin (the University's Donor Relationship Management System). Proficient in Microsoft Windows computer environment, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. Preferred Competencies Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills characterized by the ability to listen, speak, and write effectively. Manage confidential information with discretion and tact. Work collegially and collaboratively in a team setting. Self-motivated and take initiative. Prioritize multiple projects and independently follow through with detail. Working Conditions This position has a hybrid work schedule which includes weekly in-office presence. Standard office environment. Travel to campus and/or non-campus locations for University business. Work evenings and weekends as needed. This position is located in Hyde Park at 5235 South Harper Court. Application Documents Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter addressed to Hiring Committee (preferred)

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