What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Development & Engagement position at La Rabida Children's Hospital?
La Rabida Children’s Hospital
Director of Development & Engagement
La Rabida Children’s Hospital is hiring a full-time Director of Development & Engagement for our Fund Development department in Chicago, IL.
At La Rabida Children’s Hospital, our mission is simple: we’re dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of life for each of our patients with complex conditions, disabilities, and chronic illness. The path to completing this mission, however, is often complicated. Fortunately, we’ve got the best team around. If you are looking for your next career opportunity to partner with a compassionate multidisciplinary collaborative team, we have the job for you.
Job Summary:
The Director of Development & Engagement is responsible for planning and executing fundraising strategies and hospital-related events that will maximize revenue, growth and awareness of La Rabida.
Essential Director of Development & Engagement Functions:
- Develop and manage all internal and external hospital events. This includes coordinating all logistics, managing timelines, overseeing committees, auction procurement, budgeting and financial reporting.
- Develop corporate support plans. Generate targeted, effective corporate support prospects and proposals. Manage relationships with corporate supporters.
- Work with internal and external partners to identify opportunities for collaboration.
- Manage the Development & Engagement Coordinator position to support the hospital’s internal and external events and programs.
- Develop and oversee corporate engagement programs, initiatives and resources that advance La Rabida’s mission and goals.
- Work with communications and design team to develop event collateral and communications strategy.
- Lead the Corporate Advisory Board to foster engagement and growth.
- Ensure event production meets the highest possible quality standards and results in optimum experience for attendees and donors.
- Assess and create strategies for ongoing growth and viability.
- Education: Bachelor's degree, Master's preferred
- Related Work Experience: 7-10 years of special event and corporate development experience at a fundraising organization.
- Specialized Knowledge & Skills: Knowledge of Raisers Edge is helpful.
What you will receive:
- Competitive Salary
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Pet Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plans & Matching
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Free Parking
- Free breakfast and lunch on the last Friday of every month
$98,000.00 - $120,000.00
Who we are:
La Rabida is a place unlike any other. We understand the needs of families with children dealing with the most serious or complicated of conditions. With teams of the best healthcare providers in Chicago, we give continuous, comprehensive care, education and support, helping families face their unique obstacles head on.
La Rabida Children’s Hospital is very proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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Salary : $98,000 - $120,000
