Vice President of Advancement
Hiring Company
About the Role
Greater Chicago, IL Area (Hybrid - Headquarter location)
The Company is seeking a Vice President of Advancement to strengthen its philanthropic capacity and long-term financial sustainability. The role leads the day-to-day work of the Advancement team, manages a portfolio of major gift donors, and directs donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Responsibilities include developing fundraising strategies and goals, supporting comprehensive campaigns, monitoring fundraising pipelines and performance, and overseeing donor systems, data quality, and reporting. The Vice President also coaches and manages team leaders, collaborates across departments, and builds relationships with donors, community leaders, and external partners. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent education and experience, at least 10 years of progressive nonprofit fundraising experience, and at least five years of people-management experience. Demonstrated success with major gifts, donor relationships, annual fundraising strategies, and campaigns is required. Strong leadership, communication, relationship-building, financial analysis, forecasting, and budget-management skills are important. Proficiency with Salesforce or a comparable donor management system is expected; a CFRE credential, advanced degree, or experience with community-based organizations or large-scale campaigns is an advantage.
Functions:
- Business Development
- Non-Profit Management
About the Company
Established charity specializing in individual & family services
Industry
Individual & Family Services
Type
Non Profit
Age
employees
501-1000