Development Associate, Booth Advancement

About the role

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is a leading institution in business education and practice. It offers a unique blend of academic rigor and practical insights, supported by state-of-the-art facilities across four campuses.

Responsibilities

• Affords support and leadership in the implementation of regional strategy and planning for advancement-focused events.
• Collaborates with University colleagues and volunteers to advance fundraising and engagement goals for Chicago Booth.
• Participates in the development of prospect strategy, including qualification, cultivation, and stewardship, and supports gift officers with effective prospect outreach.
• Maintains accurate donor and prospect records, ensuring data integrity and supporting effective prospect management.
• Assists with other advancement-focused projects as needed.
• Schedules and coordinates internal meetings across the Development team.
• Identifies and resolves event and program needs, including vendor selection and contract negotiation.
• Keeps track of all expenses, prepares reports on costs, and implements improvements based on identified ideas.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field and < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Preferred qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and experience in nonprofit management, development, alumni relations, marketing, public relations, or similar fields.