Director of Development

About the Company

For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training.

Responsibilities

• Implement a strategic fundraising plan to meet goals for Per Scholas Chicago
• Research and identify new corporate, foundation, government, and individual funding sources
• Write compelling grant proposals, letters of interest, and reports
• Organize and attend funder meetings and site visits
• Cultivate and steward relationships with Advisory Board members and stakeholders
• Prepare slide decks, one-pagers, and other development collateral
• Maintain accurate development records in Salesforce
• Collaborate with Marketing and National Development teams on brand-building opportunities

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant fundraising experience
• Experience managing external individual and institutional donor relationships
• Proven ability to build and nurture substantial funder relationships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong project management and relationship management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Salesforce, and Google Apps
• Ability to travel 5-10%
• Familiarity with the Chicago and Illinois philanthropic community preferred

Benefits

• Over 40 days of paid time off including holidays and wellness hours
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 6%
• Up to 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer-paid life and short-term disability insurance