Campaign & Donor Operations Specialist

Ronald McDonald House Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance & Disability (Basic, ST

Flexible Spending & Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

PTO

Bonus eligibility (up to 5%)

Job summary

Ronald McDonald House Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana is seeking a Development & Campaign Specialist to join the Development team, reporting to the Chief Development Officer. You will support capital campaigns, donor engagement, and department administration to ensure fundraising initiatives run smoothly.

The role requires highly organized, detail-oriented professionals who can coordinate meetings, manage materials, maintain donor records in Raiser's Edge, and collaborate with donors,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in non-profit fundraising operations/administration, executive support, and/or project coordination.
• Experience supporting a capital campaign, major gifts program, or fundraising committee.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and consistently meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accurate records, materials, and reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare polished correspondence and presentation materials.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; Raiser's Edge experience required.
• Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, resolve routine issues, and recognize when to seek guidance.
• Professionalism, discretion, and a collaborative approach to working with donors, volunteers, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Support capital campaign operations, donor engagement, and fundraising initiatives, coordinating activities and follow-through in partnership with Development leadership.
• Coordinate donor meetings, including scheduling, logistics, briefing materials, and follow-up.
• Coordinate the preparation of donor proposals, presentations, documents, and correspondence using approved content and guidance from Development leadership.
• Track fundraising progress, campaign timelines, milestones, and key performance indicators; maintain current information and flag delays or outstanding items.
• Support campaign volunteer leadership and committee activities through meeting coordination, preparation of materials, communication, and tracking of action items.
• Coordinate campaign-related tours, receptions, and other donor activities, including invitations, materials, logistics, and follow-up.
• This position will require occasional evening or weekend work to support campaign meetings, donor activities, and events, as well as travel throughout the Chicagoland.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Independent work

Discretion

Collaborative approach

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Ronald McDonald House Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana is seeking a Development & Campaign Specialist to join the Development team, reporting to the Chief Development Officer. You will support capital campaigns, donor engagement, and department administration to ensure fundraising initiatives run smoothly.

The role requires highly organized, detail-oriented professionals who can coordinate meetings, manage materials, maintain donor records in Raiser's Edge, and collaborate with donors,