REHABILITATION INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO DBA SHIRLEY RYAN ABILITYLAB

REHABILITATION INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO DBA SHIRLEY RYAN ABILITYLAB

Advancement Planning & Engagement, Specialist

Chicago, IL · Mid

Sponsorship not specified$71k-$125kDetected 2 days ago
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About the role

  • The Advancement Planning & Engagement Specialist will:
  • Ensure the team remains aligned with strategic priorities, financial objectives and execution of KPIs.
  • Help craft and execute prospect engagement plans, drafting tailored communications and materials to maximize the impact of outreach and engagement efforts.

Responsibilities

  • As the Advancement Planning & Engagement Specialist, you will serve as the right hand to the Chief Advancement Officer/Senior Vice President (CAO/SVP) at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, providing high-level support across a range of advancement functions.
  • This pivotal role is ideal for a resourceful, proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about making an impact through relationship building, strategic coordination, and operational excellence.
  • Collaborate closely with the SVP on trustee, leadership, and volunteer engagement, supporting peer networking as well as prospecting, cultivation, and solicitation strategies.
  • Provide support in managing the CEO, C-Suite and SVP/CDO portfolio's and high-level prospect engagement, this includes working closely with the relationship management team.
  • Provide hands-on support for high-touch donor activities, including planning and executing events, visits, and special initiatives designed to deepen relationships.
  • Ensure thorough follow-up after donor and prospect meetings, capturing next steps and working with stakeholders to drive execution.
  • Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of donor/prospect activity. Generate regular reports to illustrate progress, highlight opportunities, and identify areas for improvement.
  • Anticipate and respond to the needs of the SVP/CAO's and CEO's prospect portfolios, providing strategic support and ensuring priorities are addressed.

Requirements

  • They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
  • Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • 3-5 years of experience in advancement, fundraising, donor relations, non-profit operations, and/or project management.

Skills

  • Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.

Compensation

  • $71,200.00 - $124,500.00
  • Benefits and benefits' eligibility can vary by position. Actual compensation will be determined by equity and qualifications of the role.

Benefits

  • Benefits and benefits' eligibility can vary by position.
  • Actual compensation will be determined by equity and qualifications of the role.
  • By joining our team, you'll be part of our life-changing mission and vision.
  • Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: https://www.sralab.org/benefits

Equal opportunity

  • Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
  • All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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  • Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Affirmative Action Employer as required by law.

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  • opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, milita
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