About the position:

Location: Chicago, Illinois (hybrid, splitting time between work-from-home and working on premises at Friendship Community Place)

Employment Type: Salaried, Part-Time (20 hours per week)

Position Overview: The Director of Development will be responsible for leading and implementing the fundraising strategy for Friendship Presbyterian Church and Friendship Community Place. The primary focus will be on securing grant funding to support the mission and programs of both organizations. This role requires a dynamic and experienced professional who can build and maintain relationships with donors, foundations, and other funding sources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan with a focus on grant funding.

• Identify, research, and pursue grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government agencies.

• Prepare and submit grant proposals and reports.

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with current and potential donors.

• Plan and execute fundraising events and campaigns.

• Collaborate with the Friendship Community Place Board of Directors and church leadership to align fundraising efforts with organizational goals.

• Create and manage a donor database; ensure accurate record-keeping and timely donor acknowledgements.

• Provide regular updates and reports on fundraising progress to the Board of Directors and church leadership.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a proven track record of securing grant funding.

• Strong understanding of grant writing and reporting processes.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to build and maintain relationships with donors and funding sources.

• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite (i.e. Drive, Sheets, etc.).

Soft Skills:

• Passion for the mission and values of Friendship Presbyterian Church and Friendship Community Place.

• High level of integrity and professionalism.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of people.

• Creative and strategic thinker with the ability to develop innovative fundraising strategies.

• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Compensation and Benefits:

• This is a salaried position with an average of 20 hours per week. The pay range for this role is $42,000 - $46,000 per year. The actual salary offer will consider a wide range of factors, including relevant experience.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available through the Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church (USA).

• The position is entitled to two weeks of paid vacation each year at the start of employment, with opportunity to increase paid vacation allocation based on years of service.