Senior Development Officer: Major Gifts & Donor Relations

The Hecktman Family JCCs of Chicago; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hecktman Family JCCs of Chicago in Northbrook, IL is seeking a dynamic Senior Development Officer to lead donor engagement and fundraising.

This full-time role requires 5–8 years of fundraising experience and a proven ability to cultivate and solicit 5‑ and 6‑figure gifts from individuals and corporations. You will manage a growing donor portfolio, collaborate with leadership on strategy, and advance programs that support children, families and community.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of fundraising experience.
• Experience managing a donor portfolio and soliciting gifts.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute donor cultivation, solicitation and engagement strategies.
• Manage a portfolio of individual and corporate donors and prospects.
• Solicit 5- and 6-figure gifts to support organizational priorities.

Skills

Donor relations

Fundraising

Portfolio management

Job description

The Hecktman Family JCCs of Chicago in Northbrook, IL is seeking a dynamic Senior Development Officer to lead donor engagement and fundraising.

This full-time role requires 5–8 years of fundraising experience and a proven ability to cultivate and solicit 5‑ and 6‑figure gifts from individuals and corporations. You will manage a growing donor portfolio, collaborate with leadership on strategy, and advance programs that support children, families and community.