Campaign Communications & Development Lead

University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago Advancement is seeking an Assistant Director of Development to support the Campaign Management team for the College. The role develops a multifaceted communications framework, coordinates fundraising activities, and prepares data-driven insights for donors and committees.

In this hybrid position, the assistant director will draft donor materials, manage timelines, and support senior leaders with strategic communications while collaborating with fundraising teams across

Qualifications

• Two years of professional experience in nonprofit management or related field.
• Experience writing for internal and external audiences and ability to convey nuanced information.

Responsibilities

• Gathers and synthesizes data on fundraising progress and campaign operations.
• Provides writing and copy-editing support for fundraisers and partners.
• Manages communications and operational records in the CRM and project plans.

Skills

Writing

Copy editing

Project management

CRM knowledge

Fundraising communications

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Phoenix CRM

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Chicago Advancement is seeking an Assistant Director of Development to support the Campaign Management team for the College. The role develops a multifaceted communications framework, coordinates fundraising activities, and prepares data-driven insights for donors and committees.

In this hybrid position, the assistant director will draft donor materials, manage timelines, and support senior leaders with strategic communications while collaborating with fundraising teams across