Campaign Fundraising Manager - Light the Night - Chicago & North Shore

Blood Cancer United; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 74,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision benefits

403b retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Blood Cancer United is seeking a mission-driven fundraiser in Chicago to build relationships with fundraising volunteers and advance peer-to-peer products that drive revenue for our mission. You will collaborate with education, services and health research teams to align programs with organizational priorities and mobilize local donors.

The role requires 3–5 years of nonprofit fundraising experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to supervise volunteers across local campaigns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 3–5 years fundraising or nonprofit experience.
• Ability to supervise volunteers and coordinate committees.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Experience with digital, social media and online fundraising channels.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Education, Services and Health Research to communicate Blood Cancer United’s mission and priorities.
• Organize local donor cultivation events and prospect high‑impact donors for national stewardship.
• Drive and refine peer‑to‑peer fundraising to meet revenue goals; contribute to strategic planning and budgeting.
• Recruit and manage volunteer committees; develop recruitment plans and secure new partners.

Skills

Volunteer management

Fundraising strategy

Relationship building

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Summary

As part of a mission centric, locally delivered and nationally powered organization this role is accountable for building relationships with fundraising volunteers while implementing innovative peer to peer fundraising products to exceed revenue goals for the Blood Cancer United's mission, within a designated market area. Relentlessly pursuing cancer cures.

Key Relationships

• Supervises: May supervise Campaign Development Specialist
• Leads: May manage volunteers, committees

Duties And Responsibilities

• Mission Integration
  • Partner with Education, Services and Health Research department to effectively communicate the Blood Cancer United overall mission, programs, resources, and priorities.
  • Responsible for organizing mission centered, local donor cultivation events and prospecting high-impact donors for national stewardship activities
• Fundraising & Relationship Building
  • Drive high-impact peer to peer fundraising to achieve overall revenue goals.
  • Provide input into the development of a strategic plan for the peer to peer fundraising products, including revenue, budget, goals and timelines.
  • Execute innovative strategic plan developed annually and revised periodically to ensure team exceeds all revenue goals.
  • Collaborate with local relationship team and national shared service partners throughout Blood Cancer United.
• Volunteer Management
  • Responsible for the recruitment and cultivation of high-level volunteer committees
  • Responsible for recruiting fundraising volunteers who participate in peer-to-peer fundraising products resulting in revenue growth and achievement of goals.
  • Identify and network with constituents and key donors to engage their support of Blood Cancer United fundraising products.
  • Develop recruitment plans and actively secure new partners through independent research, prospecting and volunteer relationship building.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of the Blood Cancer United mission and programs to promote Organizational initiatives.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3-5 years of experience

Position Requirements

• Collaborate with Mission Team ensuring success of patient access, education, public policy, advocacy and research
• Able to supervise groups of volunteers
• Capable of managing multiple priorities effectively
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrated knowledge and use of digital, social media & emerging online channels
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Physical demands are minimal and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations
• Work environment is representative and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations
• May be required to move Campaign materials weighing up to 15 pounds for various events.
• Travel within designated area.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends to accommodate the schedules of high school students and their families.
• Willingness to adjust working hours as needed, including mornings or evenings, to support program events, family engagement, and student needs.

Employee Value Proposition

As a valued member of Blood Cancer United, you are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; a 403b retirement plan along with generous paid time off. In addition, we observe federal paid holidays throughout the year, and offer a wellness program and an employee assistance program. We are excited to share the base pay range for this position is $74,000 ($40.66/Hourly) to $80,000 ($43.96/Hourly). The offered compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, business need, market conditions, proficiencies, skills, education, and experience. Additionally, at Blood Cancer United we place a high value on internal pay equity and will consider the current compensation of similarly situated roles and direct team members. Base compensation is only one component of our Total Rewards program, which also includes an annual incentive plan and a competitive benefits package. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer

Blood Cancer United is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in its workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, race, color, creed, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, religion, genetic predisposition or information, physical or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Blood Cancer United seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission and where they will join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Blood Cancer United home. Blood Cancer United complies with all applicable laws which prohibit discrimination and harassment in the workplace, and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment supportive of all our employees and the communities we serve.