Director of Development
Quick answer
Evanston Scholars is hiring a senior Director of Development (Evanston, IL) to lead a comprehensive fundraising strategy and expand funding to grow their services, with a salary range of $115,000-125,000 annually.
- Role
- Director of Development
- Organization
- Evanston Scholars
- Location
- Evanston, IL
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $115,000-125,000 annually
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
The Director of Development at Evanston Scholars is responsible for leading a comprehensive fundraising strategy to strengthen and diversify the organization's philanthropic revenue base, with a current annual budget of approximately $2 million.
What you'll do
- Strategic Leadership & Revenue Growth
- Portfolio Management
- Board Engagement & Fundraising Partnership
- Events & Donor Engagement
- Communications & Storytelling
- Team Leadership & Cross-Department Collaboration
What it takes
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising
- Proven track record of building donor and institutional relationships
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, board members, and volunteers
- Proven commitment to equity and cross-cultural competencies
- Mastery navigating a range of technology tools and databases
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Evanston, IL, and is an in-office position.
What is the salary range?
The salary range is $115,000-125,000 annually.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include 5+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, a proven track record of building donor and institutional relationships, a bachelor’s degree, and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, board members, and volunteers.
How do I apply for this job?
Please submit a pdf resume and cover letter to Steve Newman at [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
How to apply
Apply directly on Evanston Scholars's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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