Uchicago

Development Associate, Booth Advancement

Chicago, IL, USA · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$56k-$64kDetected 15 days ago

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About the role

The Development Associate provides information in response to specific requests, directs calls and e-mails, and provides other relevant information to appropriate individuals while using discretion and judgment working with confidential information.
They will initiate projects that will be beneficial to the Major Gifts Team and will anticipate next steps and follow-up related to fundraising activity and active prospect management.
This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored employment authorization.

and collaborates with University colleagues and volunteers to advance the fundraising and engagement goals of Chicago Booth.
Supports the planning and execution of events and contributes to the strategic development of new events and programs
Participates in prospect strategy development as it relates to prospect qualification, cultivation and stewardship and supports gift officers with effective prospect outreach as needed.
In partnership with the Prospect Research team, supports the creation and preparation of research briefings to inform and equip senior leadership.
In collaboration with the Prospect Management team, maintains and shares relevant reports to assist gift officers with prospect identification, cultivation, and stewardship activities.
Supports fundraisers to advance giving strategies and provides administrative support for cultivation, stewardship, and donor engagement activities.
Maintains accurate donor and prospect records, including entering and updating contact reports, strategy notes, event attendance, and other relevant information to ensure data integrity and support effective prospect management.

include a college or university degree in related field.
Bachelor's degree.
Work experience in nonprofit management, development, alumni relations, marketing, public relations, or similar work.

Learn and manipulate Booth databases.
Manage confidential information with discretion and tact.
Interest in pursuing a career in development.
A moderate understanding of fundraising operations for a school or department within a University.
Excellent analytical skills.
Strong verbal and writing skills, strong attention to detail and follow-up, and excellent organizational skills.
Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills characterized by the ability to listen, speak, and write well.
Work independently.
This position is currently expected to work a minimum three days per week in the office.
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$56,000.00 - $64,000.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
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In conjunction with their peers, continues to build and manage a set of internal communications for the Major Gifts and Leadership Giving Teams, partnering cross-functionally with the Communications, Donor Relations, Alumni Engagement, and Annual Fund Teams.

Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Benefits Eligible

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