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Community Youth Network

Director of Development

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What they do

A Fundraising Manager manages fundraising for an organization. Develops and implements fundraising strategies that include online fundraising, mail and email campaigns, grant writing and fundraising events. May develop relationships with large donors.

$121,354 / year median in Illinois

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Director of Development R ole and Responsibilities Achieve Donor/Fundraising targeted monthly, quarterly, and annual goals. Create, manage, and drive the execution of a thriving donor/fundraising strategy including the fund
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of individuals, businesses and private foundations. Identify, cultivate, recruit, relationship manage, and organize fund development leaders. Cultivate donor relationships and manage stewardship Direct and coordinate the production and attendance of special events Manage marketing strategy and materials for donor/fundraising relationship acquisition, cultivation, and stewardship Lead the organization's donor/fundraising communication strategy and execution via networking events, presentations, Social, etc. Manage donor/fundraising database and tracking systems in coordination with Director of Finance. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or equivalent. 2+ years of fundraising/recruitment/sales experience relevant to the responsibilities Must have outstanding oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills Aptitude with Microsoft Word, Excel, PPT Demonstrable project management and organizational skills Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment Available for some evening and weekend work The Donor Relations Manager reports to the Executive Director and works closely with said director as well as the Board of Directors, staff, volunteers and the Fundraising Committee.