University of Illinois Chicago

UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI).. Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges.. This role involves collaborating closely with the Executive Director across various areas, including annual giving, digital fundraising, stewardship, Advancement communications, and donor acquisition.. Minimum eight years of relevant and progressive work experience in individual giving, annual fund, constituent relations, non-profit direct mail or mass audience marketing.. Demonstrated experience developing and executing individual giving and annual fund growth strategies.

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Hiring Department: UI Health Advancement Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1024597 Posting Close Date: 5/24/2024 About The University Of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. Description: The University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) and UI Health are seeking a Director of Donor Acquisition and Engagement. This role involves collaborating closely with the Executive Director across various areas, including annual giving, digital fundraising, stewardship, Advancement communications, and donor acquisition. These efforts span multiple units within the UI College of Medicine, UI Cancer Center, UI Hospital and Clinics, and Mile Square Health Center. UI Health is a robust system with a $2.5 billion budget, comprising seven health science colleges, a major teaching hospital, a substantial community-based healthcare network, top-ranked primary and specialty clinics, and a cancer center. Their unwavering commitment is to provide access to education and healthcare in Chicago and beyond. This opportunity allows for meaningful impact on healthcare and education advancement. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree required.</li><li>Minimum eight years of relevant and progressive work experience in individual giving, annual fund, constituent relations, non-profit direct mail or mass audience marketing.</li><li>Excellent project management skills.</li><li>Excellent MS Word and Excel skills; competency using PowerPoint.</li><li>Excellent writing and editing skills; ability to understand and adhere to house style and brand guidelines</li><li>Experience producing donor-centric communications and ability to translate complex information into laymen’s terms. </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications <ul><li>Demonstrated experience developing and executing individual giving and annual fund growth strategies.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of professionals and other audiences in writing, on the phone, and in person.</li><li>Experience utilizing fundraising database- facility with raw data, report building, and trend analysis.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.</li><li>Excellent organizational skills.</li><li>Some budget management experience.</li><li>A mix of analytical and creative abilities; capable of executing both the analysis process and the creative development process.</li><li>Design, layout, and pagination skills. Facility with InDesign or other design software a plus. </li></ul>For fullest consideration, please apply by May 24, 2024 directly on the UIC Job Board. Resume and Cover Letter are required. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. UIC also offers a comprehensive benefits package. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

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