| Location: Chicago, IL Job Description: Acts as a resource for the Office of Advancement for the activities and needs of frontline fundraising activities related to Research Centers and the West Coast major gifts team. Provides support to frontline gift officers throughout the entire prospect management process including, but not limited to, prospect outreach, data gathering and maintenance, scheduling, meeting preparation and follow-up on action items. Partners with gift officers to prepare donor briefings for meetings with Booth Deans. In partnership with Advancement and Center staff, participates in regular strategy meetings, identifies appropriate engagement opportunities for prospects, and assists in scheduling visits between prospects and school leadership. Helps cultivate major gift prospects by driving and coordinating a set of engagement opportunities for the Research Centers. Proactively tracks donor stewardship and assists in execution of strategies. Develops a network of professional contacts and provides advisory assistance to other Booth and University offices that seek it. Strategizes new and creative ways for fundraising efforts to be more efficient and productive. Participates in various team and staff meetings throughout the year and is an engaged member of the team. Has a moderate/solid understanding of fundraising operations for a school or department of the University. Identifies budget requirements and staffing needs on a project or event basis. Cultivates and maintains relationships with donors and volunteers. Establishes and maintains donor records and accounts. Performs other related work as needed.
Experience: A minimum of one year of work experience in nonprofit management, development, alumni relations, marketing, public relations, customer service, or similar work.
Technical Skills or Knowledge: Demonstrated MS Office expertise, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Web conferencing proficiency.
Preferred Competencies Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills, as well as organizational skills. Excellent strategic planning, critical thinking, analytical, and persuasion skills. A strong commitment to customer service, proven track record of problem-solving and manage multiple projects and relationships. Work independently with little supervision; possess a self-motivated disposition; identify opportunities for improvement and recommend effective changes, all while achieving key objectives resulting in desired outcomes. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and diplomatically with colleagues, as well as with students, faculty and corporate contacts, in a multitude of communication methods i.e., in person, email, phone. Professional demeanor, including tact, discretion, and a customer service-oriented approach.
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