Director of Donor

3 weeks ago


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

We are a seeking a full-time, year-round Director of Donor and Alumni Relations to join the Near North Montessori team here in Chicago.

Schedule: 40 hours per week, typically Monday through Friday, with shifts falling between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm, with adjustments or additional time as needed. This position may also require evening, weekend, and/or vacation work to match with the events schedule of the school. This is a year-round, 12-month role, and we are searching for someone to start in July 2024 for our 2024/25 school year

Position Overview:

Reporting directly to the Director of Institutional Advancement, the Director of Donor and Alumni Relations will develop and implement a comprehensive engagement program designed to provide meaningful opportunities for events and programs for all constituents to enhance partnership and financial support. Main responsibilities will include but are not limited to: organizing and overseeing events such as alumni events, Parents Night Out, Back to School Picnic, Grandparents and Special Friends Day, Fall Festival, and Festival of Lights. 

The Director of Donor and Alumni Relations should become intimately familiar with the NNM community and understand the mission, values, and impact of a Montessori education. The Director should have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work and partner with a wide range of NNM constituents. 

Essential Functions and 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 “The Montessorian”, 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

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

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

Support the Director of Equity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement and the Director of Enrollment Management with events when appropriate

Perform other duties and responsibilities as required, assigned, or requested



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