Northwestern Settlement · 1 day ago
Senior Development Specialist
Chicago, IL 60642
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $70K/yr
5+ years expNorthwestern Settlement is seeking a mission-driven professional with development experience to help manage fundraising activities. The Senior Development Specialist will serve as the lead writer on proposals and reports to donors, playing a crucial role in generating significant funding for social services programs.
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Responsibilities
Collaborate with program and development staff to create compelling grant proposals and funding requests
Write and assemble most or all sections of each grant proposal, with key input from program directors and other staff
Coordinate with relevant staff in order to solicit timely and appropriate input/review of grant proposals prior to submission deadlines
Review guidelines for all foundation proposals and reports to make sure all submissions are accurately formatted and include all required information, including budgets and materials
In partnership with the Development Specialist, take lead in managing the grant proposal calendar and maintain current pipeline to reflect all grant activity
Work with the Development Specialist to maintain and track donor reporting needs, deadlines, and action items
Complete impact reports to foundation and corporate donors by working with the data analyst to track outcomes, program directors to collect youth/organizational impact stories, and business team for financial reporting requirements
Work with the Director of Development to manage donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategy for grants. Track current grant cycles and renewal processes and ensure stewardship to guarantee continued funding
Conduct targeted research to identify new institutional funders and help grow the existing portfolio of funders to ensure that Northwestern Settlement maintains a diverse portfolio of funders
Ensure data in database is accurate and gifts are acknowledged within 48 hours of receipt
Work with the Development Specialist to maintain records of all corporate/foundation interactions e.g. grant agreements, report requirements or documentation of calls and meetings; Supporting the Development Department
Provide content as needed for slide decks, annual report, etc
Provide materials for Board of Directors and Resource Development Committee, as well as any institutional funder meetings regarding auxiliary boards to support their fundraising teams
Create funder folders content and liaise with Development Specialists for timely creation for funder meetings
Support awareness and fundraising activities managed by the Development department
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
5 years of grant writing and development experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with budgeting and budget development. Basic financial management skills
Team player with exceptional interpersonal skills
Self-starter, motivated, and able to take initiative in all situations; ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial and inclusive environment
Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously with close attention to detail and prioritization to meet deadlines
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Advanced computer skills; database and/or Raiser's Edge CRM experience a plus
Ability to work well independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team; work well with diverse styles and personalities
Strong commitment to supporting youth, families, and Northwestern Settlement mission
All prospective staff will be fingerprinted and pass a criminal background check
Benefits
Robust benefit package
Dedicated work space
Laptop
Email
High-speed internet access
All necessary supplies
Company
Northwestern Settlement
northwestern settlement is a non-profit organization that nurtures, educates, and inspires children and families to disrupt poverty.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase