Principal Responsibilities:At JCC Chicago, we are focused on growing good kids, building communities, and educating ourselves on the past to make a difference for the future. The largest JCC in North America, JCC Chicago offers a life-affirming journey that builds on the richness and power of Jewish values and continues to reimagine them for a more connected, inspired community. The Development team at JCC Chicago is seeking a dedicated Gift Officer to lead the fundraising strategy for Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago. Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago is the first full-summer, full-day camp for children with a pediatric cancer diagnosis and their siblings, serving kids from age 3.5 to 16 years old and provided completely free of charge. In addition to our 8-week summer camp, Sunrise also encompasses Sunrise on Wheels in-hospital programming at our partner hospitals (including Advocate Park Ridge, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, and Rush University Children's Hospital) and year-round events and community programming for campers and families.Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Gift Officer will be responsible for a comprehensive donor cultivation, solicitation, and engagement strategy that will expand our community of support for Sunrise. The Gift Officer will actively manage a portfolio of donors and prospects, foster new partnerships, and grow awareness and resources for Sunrise programming, which is fully funded by philanthropy.JCC Chicago is an equal opportunity agency that offers programs for all ages and abilities. Our goal is to foster relationships, build our community, and create connections that will enable our mission to reach a larger impact. We welcome you to join us in building your career, as we build a stronger community.Key areas of responsibility:
- In partnership with the Chief Development Officer, develop and implement a multi-faceted fundraising strategy to support to Sunrise-Chicago operations and programming.
- Actively cultivate, solicit, and steward a robust portfolio of key donors and prospects.
- Provide leadership and staff support for the Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago Advisory Council.
- Cultivate donors and partners through on-site tours, visits, and engagement opportunities.
- Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications team to plan and implement Sunrise's annual marketing strategy to elevate sponsorship opportunities, events, and fundraising initiatives.
- Partner with the Manager, Donor Engagement on the planning and execution of SunriseWALKS, our annual community fundraising and friend-raising event in support of Sunrise.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago and Agency staff.
- Work directly with the Director of Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago and Director of Operations to identify specific operational and capital funding needs.
- Serve as the staff liaison to Sunrise Association for all Development-related activities.
- Contribute to organizational planning and strategy for the Development Department
- Support the Chief Development Officer with special projects on an ad-hoc basis.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:Key Essential Job Duties/Physical Requirements:
- A minimum of 5-8 years of relevant frontline fundraising, relationship management, and/or complex program management experience is preferred, including previous experience soliciting 5- and 6-figure gifts.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines and juggle multiple competing priorities.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Exceptional ability to take initiative and exercise sound judgment.
- Familiarity with pediatric healthcare fundraising and/or organizations supporting pediatric oncology patients and families is highly desirable.
- A good sense of humor and humility, and an eagerness to actively participate in the team's collective success.
- Provide outstanding customer service to internal partners, donors, board members, JCC leadership, and the general public.
Days/Hours/%Travel: The position will be primarily Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours per week during regular business hours. Local travel to different agency sites and locations may be required. The Development team currently operates on a hybrid model and is typically in-office 2-3 days per week. During the camp season, the Gift Officer will spend significant time on-site at Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago and may office out of the Lake County JCC.Education Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Previous Experience:
- 5 - 8 years of related nonprofit and/or fundraising experience.
- Prior experience in individual giving, corporate giving, volunteer or board management, and donor engagement preferred, including direct solicitation of 5- and 6-figure gifts.
- Working knowledge of Salesforce/NPSP or other similar CRM/donor management software highly desirable.
Other Requirements:
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, twist and/or walk on a frequent basis throughout an 8-hour day.
- Mobility: Repetitive movement of arms and hands to operate computer, smartphone, keyboard and mouse.
- Ability to frequently push, pull and lift up to 20 pounds; occasionally may need to lift more than 20 pounds.
- Mental Abilities: Attention to detail; manage multiple projects, prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Vision Abilities: See detail in objects; distinguish between colors, shades and brightness and ability to focus and operate a vehicle or office equipment.
Salary:$85000
Agency Information: Our GPS is set to J.We are a collaborative, dynamic, forward-looking team whose passion has a purpose.With Jewish values as our compass, we are moving JCC Chicago in new exciting directions that will strengthen our Jewish community, enrich generations, nurture friendships, respect traditions and bring out the best in very life we touch.Led by our dynamic and forward-thinking Executive Team, JCC Chicago enriches lives and builds community through vibrant, meaningful experiences. We are a collaborative, dynamic, forward-looking team whose passion has a purpose. With Jewish values as our compass, we are moving JCC Chicago in new exciting directions that will strengthen our Jewish community, enrich generations, nurture friendships, respect traditions and bring out the best in every life we touch.JCC Chicago is the largest JCC system in North America, with more than 500 staff in over 13 diverse locations across the metropolitan area. Our core program offerings include Early Childhood Education, Children and Family Engagement Programs, J at School, Sports & Recreation, Aquatics, Arts & Ideas, Day Camps and Overnight Camp.