Development Officer, Major Gifts

10 HOSP Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is seeking a Development Officer, Major Gifts to support high-level donor engagement and the Major Gifts Department. The role emphasizes strategic, operational, and project-based tasks within a hybrid-office setting.

The incumbent will coordinate donor strategies, data gathering, and event logistics, while collaborating with Finance, Information Strategy, and Donor Relations to advance fundraising initiatives and reporting.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience required.
• Two+ years in a professional office setting; fundraising exposure preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage records.
• Strong organization, communication, and multitasking.

Responsibilities

• Support donor strategies and timelines for major gifts.
• Gather and organize data and financial information for donor engagements.
• Coordinate on-site and off-site donor events and meetings.
• Manage calendars and prepare materials for Major Gift officers.
• Provide event support for cultivation programs and campaigns.
• Assist with donor materials and naming/gift agreement templates.
• Prepare routine correspondence and proposals presenting the case for Lurie Children’s.
• Serve as a reliable contact for team and donors.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Data management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Location

Olympia Center

Job Description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

The Development Officer, Major Gifts, supports the engagement of the highest-level donors to Lurie Children’s Hospital by supporting the work of the Major Gifts Department with the strategic, operational, and project-based aspects of engaging major and principal gift prospects. The role includes other duties, from time to time, associated with the productive functioning of a hybrid-office. The role of Development Officer, Major Gifts plays an important role in administratively and strategically supporting the engagement of high-level donors to Lurie Children’s Hospital.

Essential Job Functions

• Support the implementation and execution of specific donor‑strategies, defined by the Assistant Vice President(s), Major Gifts, for major and principal gift prospects. These donor strategies often involve timelines that span months, if not years, and include various touchpoints, meetings, engagement opportunities and reporting that are carefully sequenced and require seamless execution.
• Support the gathering and organization of various data and financial information that will inform donor engagement strategies and tactics. This involves successful collaboration and clear communication with colleagues across departments, including Finance teams, Information Strategy and Donor Relations, among others.
• Oversee and execute logistics related to various on‑site and off‑site donor and team events and meetings. These other Departmental meetings may include, but are not limited to, scheduling, agenda development and minutes for departmental or Medical Center liaison meetings, team meetings, and cross collaborative brainstorming meetings.
• Actively manage calendars of the Assistant Vice President(s), Major Gifts and support Major Gift Officer colleagues in preparing for significant external and internal meetings. This person will support the scheduling of participants, logistical details and the preparation of donor materials.
• Provide event support for donor cultivation and Major Gift program platforms such as Innovators, Florida Programming, division specific cultivation events, and campaign events. This support could range from logistical planning to on‑site execution. List pulls, invitations, expense tracking and budgeting, strategy brainstorm, travel coordination and vendor coordination may be required.
• The role may also include other event‑related duties for strategies that involve cultivation and stewardship of donors via small events. This individual may be called on to provide logistical support, be available for occasional evening events, and be a part of the event management and execution team.
• Participate in the development of donor materials. This includes assisting with the project management request form and working with the Marketing and Communications team to ensure timely development of materials.
• Support the development of naming and gift agreement templates when required and ensure timely submission of finance and donor relations related paperwork.
• Compose and prepare routine correspondence and presentations from draft format, including writing and/or editing proposals and various types of correspondence that optimally and creatively present an appealing case for Lurie Children’s.
• A customer service focused individual who provides a reliable and responsive point person for a team often in the field. Place a high priority on serving internal and external contacts in a timely, courteous manner, following up until needs are met.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Undergraduate degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience, required. Two plus years of experience in a professional office setting, preferably with some exposure to fundraising. The Development Officer, Major Gifts also should have qualities of integrity, industry, and curiosity. Experience with database management. Ability to maintain discretion with confidential information and keep accurate records. Ability to work independently in a deadline‑oriented team environment. Attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and execute multiple projects under demanding deadlines. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills as well as creativity and resourcefulness.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Pay Range

$59,280.00-$96,928.00

Salary

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
• 403(b) with a 5% employer match
• Various voluntary benefits: Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
• Discount purchasing program

There's a Place for You with Us

At Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and its affiliates (collectively “Lurie Children’s”), we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accommodation Request

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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do.