Greater Chicago Food Depository · 1 day ago
Senior Manager of Donor Engagement
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expGreater Chicago Food Depository is seeking a strategic leader for the role of Senior Manager of Donor Engagement. This position is responsible for shaping and advancing the organization’s donor engagement philosophy by driving a comprehensive stewardship and cultivation strategy that deepens donor relationships and enhances donor experience.
FamilyFood and BeverageFood DeliveryService Industry
Responsibilities
Lead the strategic direction and evolution of the Donor Engagement function, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission and fundraising priorities
Serve as a thought partner to the Senior Director and executive leadership, contributing to the development of enterprise-wide donor engagement strategies
Champion a data-informed approach to donor experience, leveraging insights to refine engagement strategies and enhance donor satisfaction and retention
Cultivate a high-performing team culture by mentoring and developing staff, fostering innovation, and promoting cross-functional collaboration
Represent the Donor Engagement function in planning, budgeting, and organizational decision-making processes
Design and oversee the implementation of a multi-tiered stewardship framework that delivers personalized, meaningful engagement across donor segments
Partner with leadership to craft high-impact, high-touch stewardship experiences for top-tier donors, including customized communications and recognition strategies
Lead the integration of stewardship into the organization’s broader donor journey, ensuring seamless collaboration across Development, Marketing, and Community Impact teams
Guide the development and use of stewardship tools, content, and platforms to support scalable and consistent donor engagement
Oversee the measurement and evaluation of stewardship effectiveness, using KPIs and dashboards to inform continuous improvement
Collaborate with the Events team to reimagine donor engagement opportunities, ensuring they reflect strategic priorities and donor interests
Lead efforts to modernize donor communications and engagement channels, incorporating digital tools and storytelling to enhance impact
Serve as a strategic advisor on donor relations best practices, staying abreast of trends and innovations in philanthropy and donor engagement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
7-10 years of progressive experience in fundraising, with a focus on donor stewardship and engagement in a complex, high-volume environment
Proven ability to lead strategic initiatives, manage cross-functional teams, and influence senior stakeholders
Strong writing skills and experience crafting donor reports and correspondence
Strong analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills
Experience with CRM systems and data analytics tools; familiarity with StratusLive is a plus
Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and community-centered philanthropy
Preferred
advanced degree preferred
familiarity with StratusLive is a plus
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Employer-paid life and disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program
403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
Generous paid time off
Parental leave
On-site Gym
$3,000 annual employer-paid ThrivePass lifestyle and wellness benefit program
$250 employee referral bonus
Company
Greater Chicago Food Depository
Greater Chicago Food Depository is a food bank.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
TakedaThe Walt Disney Company
2023-04-03Grant
2022-07-14Grant
Leadership Team
Kate Maehr
Chief Executive Officer
Amy Laboy
Vice President of Programs and Community Partnerships
Recent News
2025-03-26
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