Illinois Legal Aid Online · 1 day ago
Director of Development and Donor Relations - Illinois Legal Aid Online (ILAO)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$95K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expIllinois Legal Aid Online (ILAO) seeks a full-time Director of Development and Donor Relations to lead and grow its fundraising program during an exciting period of organizational expansion. The role focuses on donor stewardship and relationship-based fundraising while increasing visibility and engagement with donors and stakeholders across Illinois.
Law EnforcementLegalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Create and lead the execution of an annual fundraising plan and calendar that reflects ILAO’s goals, priorities, and capacity, including a persuasive case for support
Manage cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship with new and existing individual and corporate donors
Research and pursue long-term relationships with new and existing foundations, agencies, and public and private institutions
Successfully execute signature events, including the Light in the Night annual benefit and the annual Beer & Cheese event
Serve as the staff liaison to the Board’s Fund Development Committee, assist the Executive Director in supporting the Board of Directors, onboard new members, prepare for quarterly meetings, and serve as a point of contact for Board member needs
Support ILAO’s Young Professionals Board, including overseeing their fundraising activities, deepening engagement with ILAO’s staff and Board, and building community
Conduct grant stewardship (tracking, drafting, and submitting applications and reporting) for ongoing grants
Manage gift entry and acknowledgement process for donors using Salesforce
Via in-person, virtual, and phone meetings, represent ILAO to external stakeholders and effectively communicate ILAO’s impact and case for support
Qualification
Required
A minimum of five years of experience in a frontline development position with a proven track record of cultivating philanthropic relationships and soliciting and closing sponsorships, grants, and gifts
Experience managing and leading a range of special events of varying sizes and duties
Experience using a CRM and email marketing platform and working with external stakeholders
Experience administering government and foundation grants
Demonstrated experience negotiating with and managing vendors, consultants, and other independent contractors
Demonstrated commitment to ILAO's user base, including working with people with a variety of lived experiences
Experience supervising and supporting staff, including providing direction, performance feedback, and fostering a collaborative, accountable environment
Authentic ability to present about and represent ILAO in a compelling and professional manner and to inspire and generate enthusiasm among donors, volunteers, staff, and other stakeholders in a variety of in-person and virtual settings
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the talent to cultivate warm, collaborative relationships
Enthusiasm for talking to donors and prospective donors, and soliciting them
Self-motivated and strong attention to detail
Prioritizes multiple projects effectively, pivoting when needed, and completes responsibilities in a timely manner
Proficient computer skills, including Google Workspace and related tools, and Microsoft Word and Excel
Team collaborator and transparent communicator with colleagues
Preferred
Strong relationships with donors, funders, and other thought leaders in the Illinois philanthropic community
Experience working with Illinois-based private and public foundations
Experience with legal aid, law firms, or access to justice issues
Experience with Salesforce and Mailchimp
Benefits
Health and dental insurance
Life insurance
Long-term and short-term disability insurance
Health and dependent care flex spending account
15 paid days off and 15 holidays in the first calendar year of employment
403(b) retirement plan, to which ILAO contributes a required 1% of salary monthly
Flexible workplace policy that supports remote work, wellness, and work-life balance
Company
Illinois Legal Aid Online
Illinois Legal Aid Online is a nonprofit organization that provides legal assistance and advice for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Amy Clark
Community Engagement Director
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