Director of Philanthropy

Position Highlights:

• Opportunity to expand philanthropy for successful, effective affordable housing organization
• Full-time, hybrid position
• Location - Libertyville, IL
• Competitive salary and generous benefits

Company Overview:

CPAH is a HUD-certified nonprofit organization that develops affordable housing and provides services that empower individuals and families to secure and retain quality housing. CPAH offers a continuum of housing services that clients throughout the northern suburbs can access with one phone call including rental assistance, rental housing, property management, HUD-certified housing counseling, down payment assistance, owner-occupied rehabilitation, accessibility improvements, foreclosure counseling, financial counseling, community land trust programming, inclusionary housing administration, housing rehabilitation, project management and new construction.

Position Overview:

CPAH is looking for a compassionate person who wants to join our efforts to help ensure that everyone has a place to call home. The Director of Philanthropy is a new, full-time position that will create and execute a philanthropic vision to help grow the organization and expand CPAH’s mission and reach. The Director of Philanthropy will develop and implement strategies to raise funds from individuals, corporations, foundations, and other sources. CPAH is deeply committed to equity and diversity and welcomes applications from underrepresented minorities, persons with disabilities, sexual minority groups, and other candidates who will contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives.

What You Will Be Responsible For:

• Develop, manage, and implement CPAH’s fundraising strategy with emphasis on increasing revenue through corporations, foundations, and major gifts.
• Work closely with the Board of Directors to build relationships with donors and train the Board to make successful solicitations and open doors to prospective donors.
• Help coordinate and manage special events in collaboration with the Director of Community Relations.
• Establish fundraising goals and track progress toward achieving those goals.
• Sustain a philanthropic spirit among staff, board members, donors, and other stakeholders.

What You Bring to the Role:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, including a record of cultivating and securing 5-6 figure gifts and grants.
• Ability to build relationships with diverse donors as part of a comprehensive fundraising plan.
• Experience in annual, major, and deferred giving from the discovery phase to stewardship.
• Experience in both the development and management of fundraising programs, including donor solicitation strategy, communications, donor selection and appreciation, and special events.
• Strong interpersonal skills to relate to donors, volunteers, and colleagues. Ability to work well in a collaborative environment.
• Proven ability to successfully write grants.
• Must be self-motivated, results-oriented, persistent, and able to set priorities and work on numerous projects simultaneously.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to manage fundraising database programs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate and support a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Must possess a passion for CPAH’s mission.

Compensation, Benefits, and Job Structure:

CPAH’s standard office hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Up to 2 days per week may be worked remotely. Competitive salary of $85,000 - $95,000. Generous benefits include vacation, sick, health, dental, life, disability, and 401K match.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter through the NextGroup website. The NextGroup search team will contact you regarding the next steps.

CPAH is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Salary : $85,000 - $95,000