Individual Giving Manager, Auditorium Theatre Roosevelt University - 4.2 Chicago, IL Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $75,000 a year 13 hours ago Qualifications Customer relationship building Collaboration with board members Client relationship development Project management Board relations Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Position Title Individual Giving Manager, Auditorium Theatre Category Administrative Position Number Posting Number

S0001388

Location Chicago Open Date 08/24/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled? No Job Type Full-Time Working Hours Position Summary The Auditorium is a National Historic Landmark and a leading performing arts venue committed to presenting the finest in international, cultural, community, and educational programming. We are dedicated to fostering artistic excellence, expanding access to the arts, and supporting the vibrant cultural landscape of Chicago. Our team is passionate, mission-driven, and united in the belief that the performing arts can transform communities. The Individual Giving Manager is responsible for cultivating, soliciting, stewarding, and growing relationships with a portfolio of mid-level and emerging major gift donors. The role serves as a key member of the Development team, supporting individual giving initiatives through portfolio management, board engagement, affinity group partnerships, and donor experience activities. As a highly visible representative of the Development team, the Individual Giving Manager regularly attends performances and events, engages donors in the donor lounge, and creates meaningful opportunities for constituents to deepen their connection to the organization. The portfolio includes individual donors, prospects, and members of the Board of Directors, reflecting the organization's belief that board members are among its most important philanthropic partners. This position is ideal for an ambitious fundraising professional seeking hands-on experience in donor cultivation, stewardship, volunteer leadership management, and major gift development, with a clear pathway toward becoming a Major Gifts Officer. The salary range for this position is $60,000-75,000 Roosevelt University offers many great benefits. Please review our benefits in further detail by clicking this link: https://rooseveltu.touchpointsonline.com/

Title IX Contact Information:

Federal Title IX policy requires that all colleges and universities make known the contact information for the person responsible for coordinating its efforts to comply with Title IX regulations. At Roosevelt University, the Title IX Coordinator is Natasha Robinson. Her office is located in the Auditorium Building of the Chicago campus, 430 S. Michigan Avenue, AUD 476B. She can be reached at 312-281-3245 or . Do not contact this email address for inquiries about your job application; if you have questions, you may email . Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required A relationship builder who enjoys connecting with donors, volunteers, and community leaders. Curious and eager to develop fundraising skills and donor strategy expertise. Comfortable engaging with high-level volunteers and board members. Detail-oriented while maintaining a strong focus on constituent relationships. Proactive, collaborative, and motivated by achieving fundraising goals. Years of Experience Required 2-4 Required Education Bachelor's Degree Certification/Licensure Required Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. 2-4 years of fundraising, nonprofit, sales, customer relationship management, or related experience preferred. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Highly organized with strong project management and administrative abilities. Experience working with volunteer leaders, committees, or boards is preferred. Familiarity with donor database/CRM systems, Salesforce preferred. Passion for the organization's mission and commitment to excellent donor service. Ability to work nights and weekends. Preferred Qualifications Equipment Operated Working Conditions Standard noise and climate controlled office environment. Job is mostly sedentary and requires frequent use of wrist for typing. Priority Application Instructions Departmental Contact Information