Annual Giving Manager at LATIN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Apr, 26

Salary

75000.0

Posted On

03 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fundraising, Project Management, Communication, Collaboration, Data Analysis, Donor Engagement, Volunteer Management, Writing, Editing, CRM Proficiency, Microsoft Office, Digital Fundraising, Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Organizational Skills, Teamwork

Industry

Description

Job Details Job Location: Latin House - Chicago, IL 60610 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 Salary/year Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services Latin School of Chicago provides its students with a rigorous and innovative educational program in a community that embraces diversity of people, cultures and ideas. Latin inspires its students to pursue their passions and lead lives of purpose and excellence. The Latin School of Chicago seeks a strategic, creative, and donor-centered professional to lead its annual giving and related communication efforts. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and project manager who thrives in a collaborative environment—partnering with colleagues, volunteers, and families to grow participation and deepen philanthropic engagement across the Latin community. The Annual Giving Manager oversees the multi-channel annual giving program and serves as a key connector among Development, Marketing & Communications, and Enrollment Management—ensuring a consistent and compelling message to all constituents. This position also manages a portfolio of annual donors and prospects with capacity for leadership giving, playing a vital role in Latin’s overall fundraising success. This is a full-time, in-person, 12-month position requiring occasional evening and weekend work during the school year. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead Strategy and Implementation: In partnership with the Director of Leadership Giving, develop and execute a comprehensive, multi-channel annual giving plan—including direct mail, digital outreach, flash giving events, and targeted appeals—that drives participation and increases total giving. Craft Compelling Communications: Create donor-centered messaging and materials—emails, mailers, one-pagers, presentations, and talking points—that connect audiences to Latin’s mission. Partner with school leaders to identify and share stories that bring the Latin experience to life. Engage Donors and Volunteers: Serve as staff liaison to the Annual Giving Chair and Giving Ambassadors, recruiting, training, and supporting volunteers in peer-to-peer outreach efforts. Collaborate Across Departments: Work closely with the Marketing & Communications team to coordinate messaging and manage the Development communications calendar; collaborate with Enrollment Management to align audience insights and strengthen community connections. Manage Donor Portfolio: Identify, cultivate, and steward annual donors and prospects, helping to move those with higher capacity into the major gifts pipeline. Stewardship and Recognition: Develop and execute timely and meaningful recognition through print, digital, and in-person experiences; create donor reports and acknowledgement materials that demonstrate impact and gratitude. Analyze and Optimize: Employ data-driven strategies to monitor progress, assess outcomes, and refine approaches. Track participation, retention, upgrades, and ROI to strengthen results each year. Stay Current and Collaborative: Keep informed of trends and innovations in annual giving and donor engagement. Partner with Development colleagues to ensure alignment across events, campaigns, and fundraising initiatives. Qualifications Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. 3–5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising or program management. Demonstrated success managing annual or multi-channel giving programs. Experience working with donors and volunteers. Strong writing, editing, and project management skills. Proficiency with CRM databases; Raiser’s Edge experience preferred. Skills & Attributes: Organized self-starter with exceptional attention to detail. Skilled communicator—verbal and written—with a collaborative, team-oriented approach. Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Data-savvy with a focus on accountability and results. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and digital fundraising platforms. Physical Requirements Prolonged periods working at a computer. Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends. Latin School of Chicago embraces diversity of people, cultures, and ideas and is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

The Annual Giving Manager will lead the annual giving program and manage donor communications to enhance philanthropic engagement. This role involves collaborating with various departments to ensure consistent messaging and managing a portfolio of annual donors.