Director, Major Gifts & Donor Strategy

University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Chicago Medicine seeks a Director of Individual Giving to lead programs and strategies aimed at achieving significant contributed income. This role builds relationships with alumni, faculty, administrators, and organizations to secure gifts and advance priorities related to research, education, community, and patient care.

The position manages large donor portfolios, travels regionally (6–8 trips/year), and collaborates with MBSD leadership and volunteers to craft compelling

Qualifications

• College or university degree in a related field.
• Minimum 7+ years in development or related field.
• Experience soliciting and closing major gifts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead programs designed to meet fundraising goals for contributed income.
• Manage a portfolio of 60–80 qualified donors and participate in a team handling 200–500 prospects.
• Travel to regional territories 6–8 times per year to meet alumni and donors.
• Conceive, promote, and coordinate moves with faculty and other stakeholders.
• Develop fundraising proposals and oversee staff in proposal development.
• Mentor and lead direct reports to achieve annual goals.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Donor relations

Portfolio management

Moves management

Proposal writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Phoenix database

Microsoft Office

Job description

University of Chicago Medicine seeks a Director of Individual Giving to lead programs and strategies aimed at achieving significant contributed income. This role builds relationships with alumni, faculty, administrators, and organizations to secure gifts and advance priorities related to research, education, community, and patient care.

The position manages large donor portfolios, travels regionally (6–8 trips/year), and collaborates with MBSD leadership and volunteers to craft compelling