Director of Philanthropic Strategic Initiatives

4 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States South Side Healthy Community Organization Inc Full time
About the Organization

The South Side Healthy Community Organization (SSHCO) is a non-profit organization dedicated to building a healthcare system that prioritizes community needs, intervenes earlier, and responds better. As a collaborative of 13 healthcare organizations, SSHCO aims to increase access to care, address challenging health issues, and promote health equity on the South Side of Chicago.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Director of Philanthropic Strategic Initiatives to develop and execute fundraising and donor relations strategies that advance our mission and financial sustainability. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong communication and fundraising skills to cultivate and steward relationships with major donors, corporate sponsors, and foundation funders.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies and annual development plans to achieve fundraising goals and objectives.
  2. Cultivate and steward relationships with major donors, corporate sponsors, and foundation funders to maximize philanthropic support.
  3. Personally manage a portfolio of donors and prospects, leading cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts to secure significant gifts and achieve annual performance metrics.
  4. Represent the organization externally, serving as a spokesperson and ambassador at community events, conferences, and donor meetings to promote awareness and support.
  5. Collaborate with the executive team and other key stakeholders to identify funding opportunities aligned with organizational priorities and ensure alignment between grant activities and programmatic goals.
  6. Prepare compelling grant proposals, grant reports, and other fundraising materials to secure funding from foundations, corporations, and government entities.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, public health, communications, business administration, or related field required. (Master's degree preferred).
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, or related field, with a proven track record of securing grants and donations required.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships, inspire trust, and effectively engage donors, volunteers, and community partners.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling fundraising appeals, grant proposals, and donor communications.
  • Strategic thinker with a track record of developing and implementing successful fundraising strategies, including donor-centric approaches and innovative tactics.
About SSHCO

SSHCO is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.



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