Director of Development

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Parental leave
  
  
  

About the Role:

Join the SOUTHWEST ORGANIZING PROJECT as the Director of Development, where you will lead fundraising initiatives and drive strategic partnerships. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in empowering communities in Chicago through effective resource mobilization.

Responsibilities:

• Assigns, plans, and oversees the fundraising work.
• Works with the Executive Director and senior staff to determine the mission, purpose, and priorities of the organization.
• Regularly checks in with the organizing staff to identify potential fundraising needs and opportunities.
• Sets annual monetary goals and budgets according to short- and long-term goals.
• Establishes fundraising objectives for the organization, setting one year, five year, and longer-term goals.
• Maintains a list of potential financial donors including corporations, foundations, and individuals.
• Produces relevant and informative fundraising literature for distribution to previous donors and the public.
• Researches potential sources of, and applies for, grants and public funding.
• Oversees the fundraising process and maintains records of receipts and disbursements of funds.
• Manages the grant reporting process for all funders.
• Tracks organizational data to provide information to funders.
• Plans fundraising events that effectively communicate the purposes of the organization.
  
  
  

Requirements:

• Excellent relational skills and the ability to conduct one-to-one meetings
• A respect for and understanding of diverse faith traditions, cultures, and languages
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• An ability to work effectively in a multicultural setting.
• A willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including some weekends.
• Extensive knowledge of fundraising strategies and principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of tax planning principles and techniques that favor charitable giving.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Spanish fluency a plus
  
  
  

About Us:

SOUTHWEST ORGANIZING PROJECT has been a cornerstone of community empowerment in Chicago for over 30 years. We are dedicated to fostering social change through grassroots organizing and advocacy, and our employees love the collaborative culture and the meaningful impact of their work on local communities.