Assistant Director of Impact Giving (Grants, Partnerships, & Annual Giving)

Chileda's mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with cognitive and behavior challenges. Our goal is to help students increase their appropriate social behaviors and develop independent living skills through an enriched learning environment and individualized behavior programming. We serve children and young adults with special needs, including Severe/Profound Autism, Attachment Challenges, related developmental delays, and intensive behavioral needs.

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Assistant Director of Impact Giving (Grants, Partnerships & Annual Giving) to join our team. This full-time position offers a flexible schedule with the ability to work remotely or hybrid via our La Crosse campus. The Assistant Director will partner with the Vice President of Philanthropic Impact to maximize three potential funding channels—Grants, Partnerships, and Annual Giving—to generate support for Chileda.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record of securing support through grants, partnerships, and annual giving, strong verbal and written communication skills, and experience working in a team environment. A solid understanding of grant proposal development and annual giving administration in the nonprofit sector is essential.

Reports to: Vice President of Philanthropic Impact

Responsibilities

• Research and identify grant opportunities, institutional partnerships, and annual giving strategies that align with Chileda's mission, vision, and programs.
• Prepare and submit well-researched, compelling proposals and applications for Grants & Partnerships.
• Collaborate with Chileda leadership and subject matter experts to gather information required for executing this role.
• Develop and maintain a calendar of deadlines for submission of grant proposals, follow-up reports, and stewardship programs.
• Manage post-submission follow-ups for Grants and Partnership Proposals, including reporting on progress and outcomes for Grants, Partnerships, and Annual Giving.
• Stay updated on trends in grant-making and funding opportunities in the nonprofit sector.
• Maintain detailed records of past proposals, submissions, and outcomes for internal tracking.

Requirements

• Must possess a BA/BS with 2 years' experience or an AA with 4 years' experience.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• A minimum of two years' experience in grant writing, proposal development, and annual giving campaigns, resulting in successful funding awards and strengthened donor partnerships.
• Understands the nonprofit and philanthropic landscape, recognizing and aligning with the priorities, requirements, and interests of funders, partners, and philanthropists to build effective relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Strong research skills to identify and analyze potential funding sources and the latest annual giving trends.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment, manage multiple deadlines, and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and various CRMs for philanthropy, with a strong desire to learn.

Schedule

This is a full-time salaried position working an average of 40 hours per week. We offer flexible hours, with the option to work remotely or hybrid at the La Crosse campus (normal business hours: 7:30 am to 4:30 pm). Additional hours may be required at times.

Work Environment

This position allows the flexibility to work remotely or hybrid at one of our Wisconsin campuses. Job tasks will be completed at a desk with minimal, if any, interaction with Chileda students or clients. Communication will be primarily through virtual meetings, email, and collaboration tools. Chileda will provide a laptop and necessary equipment to perform the role.

Physical Demands

The physical demands of this role are minimal, as it is a desk-based position. The Assistant Director of Impact Giving will spend extended periods sitting or standing at a computer, writing, researching, and communicating via email and virtual meetings. Candidates must be able to sit for prolonged periods, focus on detailed work, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Reasonable accommodations can be made to support individuals with disabilities.