LRES Corporation
Associate Director, Development
LRES Corporation, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Employment Opportunities Designed to Help Us Collaborate in Creation!Associate Director, Development
Thank you for your interest in Loyola University Chicago. To view open positions, please enter your search criteria below. You may view all open positions by not specifying any search criteria and selecting the "Search" button.Position Details
Job Title:
ASSOC DIR DEVELOPMENTPosition Number:
8102699Job Category:
University StaffJob Type:
Full-TimeFLSA Status:
ExemptCampus:
Chicago-Water Tower CampusDepartment Name:
DEVELOPMENTLocation Code:
MAJOR GIFTS (03634A)Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
NoDuties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Director of Leadership Annual Gifts, the primary responsibilities for the Associate Director include identifying and qualifying prospects, soliciting and closing four and five-figure philanthropic gifts; and assisting regional major gift officers build a pipeline of Major Gifts prospects/donors to advance the strategic priorities of Loyola University Chicago. The Associate Director will be responsible for managing a portfolio of rated prospects assigned to a geographic region(s) and for establishing and achieving annual performance metrics.This position is based in our Chicago (Lewis Towers) office, with the opportunity to work from home in the greater Chicago area. On occasion, an in-office presence in the Lewis Towers office may be required.Manage a portfolio of assigned leadership annual gift prospects. Through personal and virtual engagement, identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, close, and steward prospects for leadership and potential major level gifts.Meet activity and revenue goals through personal outreach and regular travel.Formulate and implement strategies for short-and long-term giving outcomes, devising performance metrics, and collaborating with major gift officer(s) in assigned region.Collaborate appropriately and effectively with University departments and Advancement colleagues to help engage them in ways that advance Loyola’s leadership annual-gift level fundraising objectives.Offer prospects strategy counsel, coordinate appointments and prepare any required materials for prospect meetings or phone calls with Dean, alumni volunteers, faculty, and/or other senior administrators with alumni and friends within the assigned prospect pool.Ensure compliance with prospect management guidelines for data entry and metric tracking.Attend regularly scheduled University and Advancement meetings.Create monthly reports, as required by management, which accurately reflect activity and performance and track progress toward meeting fundraising goals.Other duties as assigned.Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Bachelor’s degree required.3-5 years of relevant fundraising experience or sales experience in a complex organization. Preference for demonstrated success in making and closing four and five-figure gift solicitations from individual donors. Transferrable experience in sales will be given equal consideration.Preferred Qualifications
Superb verbal and written communication skills.Prior experience working with staff and volunteers, the ability to manage complex relationships, and proven collaboration and teamwork skills in a diverse community.Proficiency with fundraising databases and technology.Understanding of the “Moves Management” process or other proven relationship-management process/philosophies and ability to think and work strategically.Willingness to travel and to work hours outside the normal working day (i.e. nights and weekends).Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, establish priorities, and work collaboratively as a member of a diverse community.An entrepreneurial spirit and a positive attitude.Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
n/aComputer Skills
MS Office SuiteProficiency with fundraising databases and technologySupervisory Responsibilities
NoRequired operation of university owned vehicles
NoDoes this position require direct animal or patient contact?
NoPhysical Demands
NoneWorking Conditions
NoneOpen Date
02/22/2024Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement: As one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission-driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees.Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/27589Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* Do you have a bachelor's degree?
YesNo
* Do you have 3-5 years of relevant fundraising experience or sales experience in a complex organization?
YesNo
* Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago? (Open Ended Question)
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity? (Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents:ResumeCover Letter/Letter of ApplicationOptional Documents:Other DocumentLoyola University Chicago | Information: (773) 508 - 60001032 W Sheridan Rd | Chicago, IL | 606602018 (c) Loyola University Chicago | University Policies
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Thank you for your interest in Loyola University Chicago. To view open positions, please enter your search criteria below. You may view all open positions by not specifying any search criteria and selecting the "Search" button.Position Details
Job Title:
ASSOC DIR DEVELOPMENTPosition Number:
8102699Job Category:
University StaffJob Type:
Full-TimeFLSA Status:
ExemptCampus:
Chicago-Water Tower CampusDepartment Name:
DEVELOPMENTLocation Code:
MAJOR GIFTS (03634A)Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
NoDuties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Director of Leadership Annual Gifts, the primary responsibilities for the Associate Director include identifying and qualifying prospects, soliciting and closing four and five-figure philanthropic gifts; and assisting regional major gift officers build a pipeline of Major Gifts prospects/donors to advance the strategic priorities of Loyola University Chicago. The Associate Director will be responsible for managing a portfolio of rated prospects assigned to a geographic region(s) and for establishing and achieving annual performance metrics.This position is based in our Chicago (Lewis Towers) office, with the opportunity to work from home in the greater Chicago area. On occasion, an in-office presence in the Lewis Towers office may be required.Manage a portfolio of assigned leadership annual gift prospects. Through personal and virtual engagement, identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, close, and steward prospects for leadership and potential major level gifts.Meet activity and revenue goals through personal outreach and regular travel.Formulate and implement strategies for short-and long-term giving outcomes, devising performance metrics, and collaborating with major gift officer(s) in assigned region.Collaborate appropriately and effectively with University departments and Advancement colleagues to help engage them in ways that advance Loyola’s leadership annual-gift level fundraising objectives.Offer prospects strategy counsel, coordinate appointments and prepare any required materials for prospect meetings or phone calls with Dean, alumni volunteers, faculty, and/or other senior administrators with alumni and friends within the assigned prospect pool.Ensure compliance with prospect management guidelines for data entry and metric tracking.Attend regularly scheduled University and Advancement meetings.Create monthly reports, as required by management, which accurately reflect activity and performance and track progress toward meeting fundraising goals.Other duties as assigned.Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Bachelor’s degree required.3-5 years of relevant fundraising experience or sales experience in a complex organization. Preference for demonstrated success in making and closing four and five-figure gift solicitations from individual donors. Transferrable experience in sales will be given equal consideration.Preferred Qualifications
Superb verbal and written communication skills.Prior experience working with staff and volunteers, the ability to manage complex relationships, and proven collaboration and teamwork skills in a diverse community.Proficiency with fundraising databases and technology.Understanding of the “Moves Management” process or other proven relationship-management process/philosophies and ability to think and work strategically.Willingness to travel and to work hours outside the normal working day (i.e. nights and weekends).Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, establish priorities, and work collaboratively as a member of a diverse community.An entrepreneurial spirit and a positive attitude.Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
n/aComputer Skills
MS Office SuiteProficiency with fundraising databases and technologySupervisory Responsibilities
NoRequired operation of university owned vehicles
NoDoes this position require direct animal or patient contact?
NoPhysical Demands
NoneWorking Conditions
NoneOpen Date
02/22/2024Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement: As one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission-driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees.Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/27589Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* Do you have a bachelor's degree?
YesNo
* Do you have 3-5 years of relevant fundraising experience or sales experience in a complex organization?
YesNo
* Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago? (Open Ended Question)
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity? (Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents:ResumeCover Letter/Letter of ApplicationOptional Documents:Other DocumentLoyola University Chicago | Information: (773) 508 - 60001032 W Sheridan Rd | Chicago, IL | 606602018 (c) Loyola University Chicago | University Policies
#J-18808-Ljbffr