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Development Manager

Description: 

Equip for Equality, a 30 year old nationally recognized, innovative social justice organization for people with disabilities, seeks a full-time Development Manager for its Chicago office.  The Development Manager will be the lead staff person for annual giving (individuals), prospect research/grant writing, donor communications and special events.

Reporting to the Director of Development and Communications, the Development Manager will be part of a small but strategically-focused, entrepreneurial development office that aims to significantly increase support from individual donors and foundations.  The Development Manager will have ownership of the following roles:

Build the base of individual support, including testing strategies, outreach to different constituencies, mail appeals and online/social media, database management and donor recognition; maintain the grants calendar, including prospect research and some grant-writing; develop donor-centered communications (e-newsletters, e-alerts, social media, promotional pieces), and manage and support special events.

 

Requirements: 

The ideal candidate will be an experienced development professional or have a Master’s degree in journalism, communications, marketing or business with strong organizational skills and a passion to join a rewarding profession with rich opportunities for learning and advancement.

To Apply: 

Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Megan Loutfi, HR Manager, Equip for Equality, 20 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 300, Chicago, IL 60602, fax: 312-541-2378 or by email to MeganL@equipforequality.org. Competitive salary with excellent benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer. People with disabilities and diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Information

Submission Deadline: 
June 15, 2016
Organization Information: 
Equip for Equality
20 North Michigan Avenue Suite 300
Chicago, IL 60602
United States
Phone: 800-537-2632