Director of Philanthropy

3 weeks ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Near North Montessori School Full time

About Our Mission

Near North Montessori School is dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment that fosters academic excellence, creativity, and social responsibility. Our commitment to equity and inclusion is evident in everything we do, from our curriculum to our community events. We believe that every student deserves access to a high-quality education, regardless of their background or socio-economic status.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Philanthropy to join our team. As a key member of our Advancement Team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive engagement program designed to enhance partnership and financial support from our donors and alumni. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in event planning, donor cultivation, and professional relationship management.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Event Management & Execution:
  • Recruit, train, and guide parent volunteers for events and activities
  • Manage the planning, logistics, and execution of school events that reflect quality and the best of the School and the community
  • Engage and communicate regularly with NNM alumni and organize and host several alumni events each year
  • Oversee community events, ensuring a high-touch response to partners and donors
  • Support the Director of Equity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement and the Director of Enrollment Management with events when appropriate

Donor and Alumni Engagement:

  • Design and produce an electronic magazine for alumni and donors twice a year
  • Deliver a high level of customer service to all constituents
  • Engage donors in conversations and solicit donations when appropriate
  • Compose effective communications, such as solicitations, remarks, advertisements, and acknowledgments
  • Maintain regular engagement with NNM Alumni via telephone calls, emails, and in-person meetings
  • Acknowledge and process gifts and pledges, run reports, and conduct donor research
  • Assist the Director of Institutional Advancement with entering data and maintaining accurate databases

Advancement Team Operations:

  • Process donor gifts and produce acknowledgment letters
  • Produce donor reports using Raiser's Edge and conduct donor research using Wealth Engine and Blackbaud
  • Ensure, through collaboration with the Director of Equity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement, that events are inclusive and equitable
  • Actively participate in faculty and professional development meetings, open houses, and school events
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as required, assigned, or requested

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree required; an advanced degree in a related field is preferred
  • 3 + years of event planning and fundraising experience
  • Proven track record of success in event planning, donor cultivation, and professional relationship management
  • Creative and forward-thinking
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Attention to detail and ability to problem-solve
  • Must have the ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and achieve results in a team environment
  • Outcome-driven, with the ability to respond to changing circumstances and priorities
  • Excellent oral and written skills
  • Ability to manage and motivate diverse groups and individuals
  • Ability to work autonomously
  • Proficiency in CRM systems required (Blackbaud a plus)
  • Ability to travel if needed, as well as attend events on evenings and weekends
  • Flexibility with working evenings, weekends, & holidays as assigned
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as Canva and Constant Contact, or willingness to quickly learn and become intimately familiar with these platforms
  • Proficiency in Google Suite

Compensation: Eligible for an exempt salary, starting at $95,000 per year.

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