Gift Officer, Leadership Giving

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.
Location
Olympia Center
Job Description
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is actively engaged in a comprehensive fundraising campaign. Inspired by our vision to ensure a healthier future for every child, we are driven to engage with our communities and change the future of children's health. We will do so by focusing Lurie Children's Campaign for every child around three fundamental commitments:
For every Child . . . The Promise of a Cure;
For every Child . . . the Promise of a Safer Space; and
For every Child . . . The Promise of a Healthier Future.
The Gift Officer, Leadership Giving will play a key role in developing and advancing existing donor relationships and encouraging increased giving through the execution of cultivation and stewardship strategies for prospects and donors to Lurie Children's. The role is responsible for:

• retaining and growing the existing pool of Leadership Giving donors ($1,000-$49,000);
• identifying, cultivating and soliciting new Leadership Giving prospects.
• meeting short-term revenue goals and building the long-term pipeline of future major gift donors by qualifying individuals for possible assignment to the major gifts/planned giving teams.

This front-line fundraising role will work to deepen relationships with donors and prospects and inspiring them to upgrade their philanthropic giving and make Lurie Children's among their top charitable organizations. The ideal candidate is energetic, proactive, assertive, collaborative, creative, curious and kind-hearted and is excited by fundraising for pediatric care and research.
Job Responsibilities:

• Identify, cultivate and solicit prospects capable of making gifts of $1,000 to $49,999 with a heavy emphasis on retaining/upgrading existing donors and reengaging past donors to meet revenue goals.
• Requiring significant collaboration with Foundation colleagues, qualify prospects for potential major gift/planned giving capacity and interest. Provide appropriate background on prospects to be assigned to major gift or planned giving portfolios and execute transition thoughtfully.
• Achieve annual metrics for outreach activities, solicitations, visits utilizing multiple channels (phone, email, virtual, in-person, etc.) along with revenue goals. Support the attainment of Foundation revenue goals with a focus on Leadership Giving.
• Partner with Foundation colleagues to leverage existing engagement opportunities which include but are not limited to planned giving outreach, cultivation events, stewardship reports to keep prospects and donors involved and informed of ongoing projects, developments, and advancements at Lurie Children's. In coordination with Foundation colleagues, periodically execute Leadership Giving donor events to cultivate, steward, qualify and celebrate philanthropy.
• Support the Annual Programs Director to develop integrated marketing strategies and tactics for Leadership Giving segment in direct marketing appeals. As needed, repurpose existing communications to create compelling fundraising proposals to solicit and/or steward Leadership Giving prospects and donors.
• Adhere effectively and appropriately to prospect management guidelines by completing contact report updates in a timely and accurate manner.
• Participate in activities that support the development profession, including speaking at conferences. Keep up to date on emerging trends regarding Leadership Giving and other philanthropic topics.
• Other job functions as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or equivalent experience is required.
• A minimum of five years of fundraising experience required, preferably in academic medical center or healthcare setting. Prior experience in directly engaging constituents for fundraising purposes preferred or experience in sales or related field.
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to relate well to individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Poised and engaging, empathetic communications style. Strong commitment to customer service with a donor-centric mindset and approach.
• Ability to accept and process feedback and a collaborative working style are essential. Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and tact.
• Strong work ethic and track record of personal initiative required. Fast-paced and results oriented with the ability to work in a timely manner with multiple deadlines and competing requirements.
• Experience with Raiser's Edge or other fundraising databases helpful.
• Dexterity to operate computer equipment required.

Education
Bachelor's Degree (Required)
Benefit Statement
For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
Various voluntary benefits:

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children's facilities
• Discount purchasing program

Lurie Children's and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org