Director, Development at 3938ab08-2fb5-4ac2-8d9e-798e2ecec2a0

Compensation

$85,000 – $95,000/yr

Setup: Hybrid
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Type: Full-time
Level: not_specified
Posted: Jul 17, 2026

Description

The Director of Development at Chicago Scholars Foundation oversees and advances the organization's fundraising efforts, focusing on individual and institutional giving. This role involves strategic leadership, day-to-day management of the development team, and driving revenue growth through various partnerships. The director works closely with internal and external stakeholders to implement fundraising strategies, manage donor relationships, and execute grant and individual giving initiatives.

Required Skills

fundraising
CRM tracking donor data
Leadership
Communication
Decision Making
Continuous Improvement Minded
Teamwork/Collaboration
Technology & AI Fluency

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in fundraising
Proven experience in Salesforce or comparable CRM tracking donor data
Preferred Qualifications: Ability to meet people where they are at, treat them with respect, and influence them. Ability to effectively represent Chicago Scholars in any environment.
Effectively structures and facilitates decision-making processes; makes decisions effectively and responsibly to improve organizational health and impact.
Identifies strategies to improve organization’s impact; weighs diverse inputs to inform strategies; sets course and drives implementation.
Demonstrates awareness and respect of cultural and individual values. Listens to ideas from others, even when different from own. Is careful to ensure all sides are heard reaching a conclusion. Shares time, energy and knowledge with others to ensure they can succeed.
Possess a growth mindset and demonstrate a commitment to learning and effectively utilizing artificial intelligence and other evolving technologies to enhance job performance, collaboration, and organizational impact. Exhibit the ability to identify opportunities where AI can improve efficiency, strengthen stakeholder engagement, and support strategic objectives while maintaining high standards of accuracy, confidentiality, and ethical use.