Public Policy Studies @ DePaul University 2352 North Clifton Ave. Chicago, Illinois 60614 (773) 325-7715
Development Analyst
Background: The Renaissance Schools Fund (RSF) is the non-profit organization founded by Chicagoland business and civic leaders that serves as the private partner in fundraising, strategy, and accountability to Renaissance 2010 (“Ren10”). Ren10 is the bold reform initiative launched by Mayor Daley and the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) to create 100 new high-performing schools in Chicago’s underserved communities by 2010. To date, RSF has raised more than $40M for Ren10 and has supported the opening of 37 new schools that will ultimately serve over 19,000 students.
Position: The Development Analyst reports to the Director of Development and has primary responsibility for implementing RSF’s fundraising and donor management strategy.
Responsibilities:
Manage database, systems and record-keeping procedures to identify and track current and potential donors and to record, report, acknowledge and steward all gifts
Lead research effort to identify and cultivate prospective donors
Prepare proposals, materials, reports and correspondence for prospective and current donors
Support creation and management of donor partnerships with funded schools
Develop and implement activities to regularly engage donors to ensure visibility on the impact of their investments
Plan all aspects of donor-related events
Support development of donor-related communication materials
Represent RSF at external meetings and events as required
Lead special projects as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in related field
Minimum two years non-profit development experience
Demonstrated success in
Cultivating, soliciting and securing gifts
Implementing innovative donor stewardship activities
Planning special events
Exceptional written and oral communications skills and excellent interpersonal skills
Successful experience communicating with all levels of management, working effectively with diverse populations, as well as managing and leading projects that involve cross-functional teams
Strong analytical skills, highly detail-oriented and the ability to develop and implement strategy and work plans
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, in a high-pressure environment
Ability to work independently
Passion for supporting elementary and high school public education
Proficiency in database management and design (preferred)
Experience in education field (preferred)
Compensation: Salary range $35,000-$50,000. Commensurate with experience. Excellent health benefits, pension plan and life insurance.
Start Date: Position currently available.
Application: No phone inquiries. To apply, please email your cover letter, resume (including salary history) and three professional references to contactus@rsfchicago.org. Incomplete applications will NOT be processed.
Position: The Development Analyst reports to the Director of Development and has primary responsibility for implementing RSF’s fundraising and donor management strategy.
Responsibilities:
Manage database, systems and record-keeping procedures to identify and track current and potential donors and to record, report, acknowledge and steward all gifts
Lead research effort to identify and cultivate prospective donors
Prepare proposals, materials, reports and correspondence for prospective and current donors
Support creation and management of donor partnerships with funded schools
Develop and implement activities to regularly engage donors to ensure visibility on the impact of their investments
Plan all aspects of donor-related events
Support development of donor-related communication materials
Represent RSF at external meetings and events as required
Lead special projects as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in related field
Minimum two years non-profit development experience
Demonstrated success in
Cultivating, soliciting and securing gifts
Implementing innovative donor stewardship activities
Planning special events
Exceptional written and oral communications skills and excellent interpersonal skills
Successful experience communicating with all levels of management, working effectively with diverse populations, as well as managing and leading projects that involve cross-functional teams
Strong analytical skills, highly detail-oriented and the ability to develop and implement strategy and work plans
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, in a high-pressure environment
Ability to work independently
Passion for supporting elementary and high school public education
Proficiency in database management and design (preferred)
Experience in education field (preferred)
Compensation: Salary range $35,000-$50,000. Commensurate with experience. Excellent health benefits, pension plan and life insurance.
Start Date: Position currently available.
Application: No phone inquiries. To apply, please email your cover letter, resume (including salary history) and three professional references to contactus@rsfchicago.org. Incomplete applications will NOT be processed.