Development Coordinator: Donor Relations & Fundraising

Ultipro; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Development Coordinator at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) provides essential support to the Development/Major Gifts team. You will manage donor relations, coordinate events, and assist with fundraising campaigns while maintaining accurate donor records in the CRM system.

Under the Executive Director's direction, you will help prepare reports, draft communications, and research prospective donors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Fine Arts preferred.
• Minimum two years’ development or fundraising experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential donor information.
• Experience with CRM is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support fundraising activities and donor events under the Executive Director.
• Assist with reports and leadership briefings.
• Manage scheduling, communications, and donor records in CRM.
• Support event logistics and guest list management.
• Research potential donors and prepare fundraising materials.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Education

BFA preferred

Tools

CRM

Database management

Job description

The Development Coordinator at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) provides essential support to the Development/Major Gifts team. You will manage donor relations, coordinate events, and assist with fundraising campaigns while maintaining accurate donor records in the CRM system.

Under the Executive Director's direction, you will help prepare reports, draft communications, and research prospective donors.