Development Director

4 weeks ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Illinois Environmental Council Full time
About the Position

The Illinois Environmental Council Education Fund (IECEF) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Development Director to lead our fundraising efforts. The successful candidate will be responsible for crafting and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy to ensure the organization has the necessary resources to achieve its mission and vision.

Key Responsibilities
  • Establish and direct a clear plan for managing all existing and future funder relationships and grant opportunities
  • Identify, research, and develop action plans for funder prospects
  • Ensure funders are kept up to date on progress, challenges, and setbacks that are relevant to their support of IEC
  • Ensure funders are recognized and engaged with IEC's work
  • Cultivate prospects through a robust communications plan and donor research
  • Steward donors via thank you letters, newsletters, and other recognition opportunities
  • Build IEC's Major Donors program through research, cultivation, events, and a communications plan
  • Lead IEC efforts for the annual Environmental Leadership Dinner, including but not limited to leading the Board of Directors Annual Dinner Committee, managing vendors, recruiting sponsors, budgeting, and developing the program
Requirements
  • Prior experience and success fundraising
  • Prior experience managing projects and staff
  • Excellent oral and written, inclusive, story-driven communication skills
  • Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and management skills, including an understanding of nonprofit financial statements
  • Experience with campaign analytics and developing metrics and reporting materials
  • Experience with fundraising principles
  • Experience with customer relationship management software (EveryAction, Salesforce, Raiser's Edge)
  • Knowledge of the latest nonprofit fundraising trends
  • Strong judgment of appropriateness and adherence to organizational policy positions and brand reputation
  • Computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft and Google software suites
  • Ability to work with diverse groups and people
  • Highly organized
  • Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and work independently
  • Interest in environmental issues and policies
About Our Organization

The Illinois Environmental Council Education Fund (IECEF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the environment and promoting sustainability in Illinois. We are committed to building an inclusive, supportive place for our team members to do their best work.

Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Vacation
  • Salary range: $90,000 – $115,000, commensurate with experience
How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter with salary requirements and resume to Aly Mejia, Office Administrator. Applications must be received by December 1, 2024, but will be considered in the order they are received.

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