Remote Fundraising & Partnerships Lead

Arthritis Foundation Inc.; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Arthritis Foundation Inc. in Chicago, IL seeks a Development Manager to partner with Executive Directors and volunteer leaders to execute an annual plan addressing arthritis community needs, including revenue generation, special events fundraising, and mission outreach.

You will recruit, develop and manage event committees and volunteer leaders to achieve these goals. The role involves cultivating relationships with corporate partners, healthcare providers, and other key constituents, building a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or related experience.
• Goal oriented with the ability to work as a part of the team and independently.
• Collaborative skills with volunteers and diverse groups.
• Relate and leverage the mission into effective relationships and projects.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Awareness, understanding and accountability for financial performance including planning, budgeting and forecasting.
• Calm and balanced amidst complexity and competing demands.
• Tactful with the ability to anticipate reactions and respond to challenges.
• Influence powerful personalities and communicate viewpoints professionally.
• Build coalitions through collaboration, diversity and teamwork.
• Translate marketing and branding initiatives at the community level.
• Skilled communicator across multiple mediums as a remote colleague and leader.

Responsibilities

• Supports Executive Director and volunteer leaders, ensuring execution of plans for revenue generation and fundraising.
• Responsible for generating revenue through up to 3 assigned events and other initiatives; plan and implement events and sponsorships.
• Recruit volunteer leaders for local committees and grow a diverse volunteer pipeline.
• Cultivate and advance relationships with corporate partners and healthcare providers.
• Build a culture of philanthropy and develop a high-performing market with engaged staff and volunteers.

Skills

Goal oriented

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Problem solving

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree or related experience

Job description

Arthritis Foundation Inc. in Chicago, IL seeks a Development Manager to partner with Executive Directors and volunteer leaders to execute an annual plan addressing arthritis community needs, including revenue generation, special events fundraising, and mission outreach.

You will recruit, develop and manage event committees and volunteer leaders to achieve these goals. The role involves cultivating relationships with corporate partners, healthcare providers, and other key constituents, building a