FUNDRAISING & EVENTS MANAGER

Responsibilities

• Work with the Senior Director of Development to drive strategy and implementation of the annual individual giving plan focused on increased donor engagement, retention, and recapture
• Lead annual appeal (fall): create plan and timeline; work with team on mailing list, materials, website, communications; coordinate with Board of Directors and Auxiliary Board about their mailing lists; manage follow-up to supporters; compile reports and campaign analysis
• Support team in the strategy and execution of our spring appeal
• Manage a portfolio of 35-50 individual donors and prospects; create funding proposals for donor meetings; Actively participate in the portfolio management process with the Development Team and the CEO
• Work closely with the Grants Manager to annually write and submit 2-3 foundation grant proposals to bolster knowledge of CYC’s programs and strengthen overall proposal writing skills
• Oversee annual Shake & Stir event in February, hosted by our Auxiliary Board; ensure goals are met and manage all event details, including leading the Auxiliary Board and their committees; work with Marketing & Communications Coordinator on event materials and communications; solicit sponsorships, auction items, food and beverage donations; oversee logistics and vendor management; create budget, manage expenses, and pledges
• Supports team in recruiting and managing volunteers at occasional smaller events throughout the year (corporate and Board volunteer events at CYC Centers, micro fundraising events, etc.)
• Manage several elements of annual Believe in Kids Dinner incl. managing sponsorship and invitation mailings, sponsor follow-ups, attendee tracking, logistics, vendor communication, silent auction, and paddle raise
• Help CYC further develop and execute a strategy to incorporate smaller, but meaningful, individual donor events (including virtual and third-party events) designed to facilitate deeper conversation and relationship building with supporters and prospects
• Manage a diverse, dynamic, and creative group of 35-50 passionate, young- to mid-career professionals that comprise our Auxiliary Board
• Work closely with the Auxiliary Board Co-Chairs and Executive Committee to support their structure and initiatives (Shake & Stir, micro-events, third-party fundraisers, happy hours, recruitment events, volunteer events, special projects)
• Ensure initiatives align with CYC’s larger fundraising plans and organization goals

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (required)
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in fundraising; event and donor relationship management experience preferred
• Experience with Raiser’s Edge, OneCause, or other event management or donor database software will have competitive advantage
• Proven success in cultivating donors, securing gifts, and building relationships with key stakeholders
• A passion for youth development and a desire to help Chicago Youth Centers grow; experience working with diverse populations preferred
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, 403B, AFLAC (Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurances), Pet Insurance, Commuter, Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement