Donor Relations Associate
Quick answer
The Obama Foundation is hiring a remote Donor Relations Associate based in Chicago paying $59,755-$74,670 to coordinate donor communications and stewardship activities.
- Role
- Donor Relations Associate
- Organization
- The Obama Foundation
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $59,755 - $74,670
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
The Obama Foundation is seeking a Donor Relations Associate to join their Donor Relations and Events team in Chicago. This role supports the Senior Director of Donor Engagement & Impact by managing donor communications, stewardship activities, and project pipelines. The position requires strong project management skills, exceptional writing abilities, and collaboration across multiple internal teams to support fundraising goals.
What you'll do
- Manage the donor communications calendar and coordinate key donor touchpoints.
- Develop and maintain systems to track and deliver donor benefits.
- Lead project management for complex donor deliverables and stewardship initiatives.
- Coordinate across internal teams to ensure accuracy of event data and donor materials.
- Draft fundraising updates for the Board of Directors and key principals.
What it takes
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Prior experience supporting external stakeholders.
- Familiarity with Salesforce and Asana preferred.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a remote role based in Chicago.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary range for this position is between $59,755 and $74,670.
What are the key technical skills required?
Candidates should have excellent communication skills and attention to detail, with a preference for those familiar with Salesforce and Asana.
How do I apply if I don't meet every qualification?
The Obama Foundation encourages interested candidates to apply even if they do not check every box, as they may still be a fit for this or other roles.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Obama Foundation's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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