Director of Development

1 month ago


Northbrook, United States St. Norbert School Full time

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Development Director to join our team. As the Development Director, you will be responsible for overseeing and implementing fundraising strategies to support our organization's mission and goals. This is a key leadership role that requires strong communication skills, strategic thinking, and a passion for making a difference.

The Director of Development is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive institutional advancement program for St. Norbert School, a preschool through 8th grade Catholic school in Northbrook, IL. This position is responsible for the oversight of fundraising, development, alumni activities, and grant writing. All responsibilities are to be in line with the Catholic mission of the school. The Director of Development will report directly to the principal and work collaboratively with the School Advisory Board and school auxiliary organizations.

**Responsibilities**:

- Develop and execute comprehensive fundraising plans to meet annual revenue targets.
- Identify and cultivate relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, and foundations
- Manage donor stewardship activities, including acknowledgment letters, donor recognition events, and regular communication
- Oversee the planning and execution of fundraising events
- Collaborate with the finance team to develop and manage the annual budget
- Utilize databases to track donor information, gifts, and campaign progress
- Stay informed about trends in philanthropy, nonprofit management, and fundraising best practices
- Oversee the annual calendar for all St. Norbert School fundraising events
- Maintain a fundraising guide that is distributed to school families
- Oversees the gift giving process and recognition programs.
- Responsible for maintaining an alumni database and deepening alumni relationships with St. Norbert School.
- Responsible for proposing an annual operating budget for development initiatives and reporting to the Pastor and Finance Council on outcomes.
- Responsible for setting development goals and objectives that are clear and measurable.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Ability and eagerness to effectively articulate the values, mission, and funding needs of St. Norbert School to constituents.
- A strong commitment to and understanding of donor recognition and stewardship.
- Understanding and proficient use of computer and constituent software, including Canva and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to maintain clear, accurate records and prepare accurate and timely reports.
- Strong managerial, leadership, and supervisory skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
- Self-starter with strong project management skills and an ability to bring ideas and programs to fruition.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to organize effectively.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field (Master's degree preferred)

Additional Desired Qualifications:

- Proven experience in nonprofit fundraising or development role
- Strong knowledge of budgeting principles and financial management
- Familiarity with wills, trusts, estate law, and planned giving strategies
- Proficiency in using databases for donor management (experience with Raiser's Edge is a plus)
- Ability to negotiate effectively with donors and sponsors
- Familiarity with WordPress or other content management systems

We offer competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

- Northbrook, IL 60062: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person



  • Northbrook, United States St. Norbert School Full time

    Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Development Director to join our team. As the Development Director, you will be responsible for overseeing and implementing fundraising strategies to support our organization's mission and goals. This is a key leadership role that requires strong communication skills, strategic thinking, and a...

  • Director of Music

    2 months ago


    Northbrook, United States The Village Presbyterian Church of Northbrook Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $24 - $27 per hourThe Village Church is a multi-generational church committed to forming a Christian community around Jesus Christ to join God’s mission in everyday life. We want to follow Jesus, love and serve one another, and make new disciples in our community and around the world. As a community of faith, called,...

  • Director of Music

    1 week ago


    Northbrook, United States The Village Presbyterian Church of Northbrook Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $24 - $27 per hourThe Village Church is a multi-generational church committed to forming a Christian community around Jesus Christ to join God’s mission in everyday life. We want to follow Jesus, love and serve one another, and make new disciples in our community and around the world. As a community of faith, called,...


  • Northbrook, United States Astellas Pharma Inc. Full time

    Responsibilities :Support the Senior Director, HEOR in developing and implementing MA-US TA research strategyAssist HEOR Senior Director mentor and develop a high performing team through development of in-house talentProvide oversight of HEOR expertise and input for projects/initiatives, protocol development, regulatory documents, scientific publications,...


  • Northbrook, United States Astellas Pharmaceuticals Full time

    Do you want to be part of an inclusive team that works to develop innovative therapies for patients? Every day, we are driven to develop and deliver innovative and effective new medicines to patients and physicians. If you want to be part of this exciting work, you belong at Astellas! Astellas Pharma Inc. is a pharmaceutical company conducting business in...


  • Northbrook, United States Astellas Pharma Full time

    Do you want to be part of an inclusive team that works to develop innovative therapies for patients? Every day, we are driven to develop and deliver innovative and effective new medicines to patients and physicians. If you want to be part of this exciting work, you belong at Astellas! Astellas Pharma Inc. is a pharmaceutical company conducting business in...


  • Northbrook, United States Astellas Pharmaceuticals Full time

    Do you want to be part of an inclusive team that works to develop innovative therapies for patients? Every day, we are driven to develop and deliver innovative and effective new medicines to patients and physicians. If you want to be part of this exciting work, you belong at Astellas! Astellas Pharma Inc. is a pharmaceutical company conducting business in...


  • Northbrook, United States Renaissance Northbrook Full time

    **JOB DESCRIPTION** **Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel** JOB TITLE: Bilingual Human Resources Director DEPARTMENT: Human Resources REPORTS TO: General Manager ISSUE DATE: June 11th2024 PURPOSE AND PERFORMANCE GOALS The Director of Human Resources is responsible for the administration of the day-to-day operations of the human resources functions...


  • Northbrook, United States Covenant Living Communities and Services Full time

    _Are You Inspired to Serve. Join us! _The Director, Philanthropy is a key campus leadership position responsible for growing and managing the culture of philanthropy on their campus to advance the mission of Covenant Living Communities & Services. This director interacts daily with residents and is tasked with increasing all charitable giving for the campus....


  • Northbrook, United States Connect Search Full time

    Highly acquisitive management services organization hiring Director, Financial Planning & Analysis to join their growing team. Unique opportunity to lead the buildout and launch of new BI tool. Keys to an interview: Director, Financial Planning & Analysis Extensive financial modeling experience - budgets, multi-year forecasts, M&A activity, new locations,...


  • Northbrook, United States Connect Search, LLC Full time

    Highly acquisitive management services organization hiring Director, Financial Planning & Analysis to join their growing team. Unique opportunity to lead the buildout and launch of new BI tool.Keys to an interview: Director, Financial Planning & AnalysisExtensive financial modeling experience - budgets, multi-year forecasts, M&A activity, new locations, and...


  • Northbrook, United States Connect Search, LLC Full time

    Highly acquisitive management services organization hiring Director, Financial Planning & Analysis to join their growing team. Unique opportunity to lead the buildout and launch of new BI tool.Keys to an interview: Director, Financial Planning & AnalysisExtensive financial modeling experience - budgets, multi-year forecasts, M&A activity, new locations, and...


  • Northbrook, United States Connect Search Full time

    Highly acquisitive management services organization hiring Director, Financial Planning & Analysis to join their growing team. Unique opportunity to lead the buildout and launch of new BI tool. Keys to an interview: Director, Financial Planning & Analysis Extensive financial modeling experience - budgets, multi-year forecasts, M&A activity, new locations,...


  • Northbrook, United States Connect Search, LLC Full time

    Highly acquisitive management services organization hiring Director, Financial Planning & Analysis to join their growing team. Unique opportunity to lead the buildout and launch of new BI tool.Keys to an interview: Director, Financial Planning & AnalysisExtensive financial modeling experience - budgets, multi-year forecasts, M&A activity, new locations, and...


  • Northbrook, United States F.E. Moran Group of Companies Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING, HVAC (P.E. License Required)Is this you?You look to encounter and conquer new and complex challenges in HVAC designYou enjoy working closely with a team of professionals to exceed clients’ expectationsYou desire to be a part of a fast-growing organization with multiple resourcesYou enjoy mentoring and...


  • Northbrook, United States F.E. Moran Group of Companies Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING, HVAC (P.E. License Required)Is this you?You look to encounter and conquer new and complex challenges in HVAC designYou enjoy working closely with a team of professionals to exceed clients’ expectationsYou desire to be a part of a fast-growing organization with multiple resourcesYou enjoy mentoring and...


  • Northbrook, United States Harold E. Eisenberg Foundation Full time

    **About Us** The Harold E. Eisenberg Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to fightinggastrointestinal cancers through advancing cutting-edge medical research. The Foundation is also committed to bolstering the careers of aspiring commercial real estate students through its education programs, with an emphasis on increasing diversity, equity and...


  • Northbrook, United States Covenant Living Communities Full time

    We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us! The Director, Philanthropy is a key campus leadership position responsible for growing and managing the culture of philanthropy on their campus to advance the mission of Covenant Living Communities & Services. This director interacts daily with residents and is tasked with increasing all charitable giving for the campus....


  • Northbrook, United States Blue Chip Marketing Inc Full time

    About Blue Chip We are an independent, full-service, creative marketing agency growing brands through creative commerce. At Blue Chip, we specialize in crafting strategic campaigns to captivate consumers at the critical moment of purchase. Leveraging a data-driven approach, we design tailored initiatives that seamlessly integrate with retail environments,...


  • Northbrook, United States Blue Chip Marketing Inc Full time

    About Blue Chip We are an independent, full-service, creative marketing agency growing brands through creative commerce. At Blue Chip, we specialize in crafting strategic campaigns to captivate consumers at the critical moment of purchase. Leveraging a data-driven approach, we design tailored initiatives that seamlessly integrate with retail environments,...