Campaign Manager (Development)

Join the PRIDE and Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s mission to ignite emotional connections with wildlife that spark conservation action while leading vital programs to protect endangered species.  Our beautiful 235-acre campus offers a living classroom that is home to over 3,500 animals representing 500 species. Brookfield Zoo Chicago is embarking on a groundbreaking, ambitious Next Century Plan to achieve our vision. It is the beginning of an exciting transformative journey!    

• This is a non-union full-time salaried position, grade 08 with an expected hiring range of $67,000 to $73,700 annually.
• For our Benefits Summary Information, follow this link to our Benefits Table or copy and paste the following in your internet browser www.brookfieldzoo.org/custom.czs/files/06/06337b2c-b3db-45a2-8eb2-f8362486bd0e.pdf (please refer to the non-union, full-time employee section).
• This position contributes to the success of Brookfield Zoo Chicago (“BZC”) by supporting various aspects of capital campaign success through event management, donor relations, and communication contributing to BZC’s financial sustainability. 

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions of the position.
• Manages campaign tracking and reporting, documentation of donor strategies, goals and updates, and progress reporting to supervisor and department leadership. 
• Collaborates with Development Operations team to ensure entry and tracking in Raiser’s Edge is consistent with departmental requirements.
• Responsible for all preparation and management of campaign events, including writing and production of invitations, planning, and execution of event logistics in collaboration with the Development events team, preparation of staffing documentation, acts as onsite lead during the event, and manages follow-up activities with attendees.   
• Responsible for all preparation for Campaign Leadership Committee meetings including production of all presentation materials, collaboration with colleagues to gather content, writing and editing talking points for participants, and production of meeting minutes.
• Handles all preparation and advanced materials required for donor briefings and solicitations; including production of meeting decks, staffing materials, updates, and post-event follow-up.
• Collaborates with BZC Leadership to develop stewardship plans for campaign donors including project updates, campaign reports, special events invitations, and name recognition.
• Supports planning and coordination of the community phase of capital campaign(s) to achieve goals of the community phase of the Next Century Plan.
• Assists in future planning of the Next Century Plan fundraising efforts including assisting in preparation for a future feasibility study, RFPs for campaign consultant, developing a case for support, and collaboration on creation of collateral materials.
• Assists in support and strategy around cultivation and stewardship of campaign prospects from key stakeholder groups, including major donors, annual fund donors, zoo/community members, Women’s Board and BZC Associates. 
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Denotes Essential Job Function(s)

Experience Required

• POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts, Communication, Business, or another relevant field or eight years’ equivalent combination of training/experience with high school diploma or educational equivalent (e.g., GED.) required.
• Three (3) years of relevant experience in a non-profit organization or cultural institution.
• Computer proficiency, including working knowledge of database or comparable systems.
• Ability to work independently, effectively prioritize, plan, organize, and meet critical deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
• Creative, with the ability to think strategically and respond to changing priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including strong writing skills.
• Effective problem-solving and sound, logical decision-making skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged information.
• English fluency at a working professional proficiency.
• Cultural competency; experience and/or ability to work and interact effectively with a diverse, multicultural audience.
• A valid driver’s license is required at time of hire.
• Illinois residents must possess a valid Illinois driver’s license or obtain one within 90 days of hire.
• Valid out-of-state driver’s license is required for out-of-state residents.

DESIRABLE/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with Raiser’s Edge or other CRM software database experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint strongly preferred.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and a sense of humor.
• Multilingual ability; Spanish fluency a plus.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• This position description summarizes the primary duties and functions of this position, but should not be considered a complete listing of every duty the incumbent may ever be called upon to perform.
• Incumbent is required to gain an understanding of the Development Department and the mission, vision, and values of Brookfield Zoo Chicago.
• Must gain an understanding of how Development and fundraising activities impact the operation and sustainability of the organization.
• Incumbent must have a strong work ethic, enthusiasm, creativity, and be diplomatic, tactful, flexible, and adaptable.
• Must enjoy a challenge, be passionate about his/her work, and have a commitment to excellence.
• This is a visible position, which interacts with all departments and a range of external constituencies. Incumbent is expected to be present and visible at events sponsored by the organization and the Development Department.
• Position requires early mornings, evenings, and weekends; thus, incumbent must be willing to make a significant commitment to the organization.

OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• See Occupational Requirements Form.
• 001276/100824

Further Comments

• hiring range of $67,000 to $73,700