Development Manager

OVERVIEW

For more than 30 years, Just The Beginning - A Pipeline Organization (JTB) has been committed to encouraging underrepresented students to pursue career and leadership opportunities in the law while honoring the legacy of minorities in the federal judiciary. We believe lawyers and judges should reflect the backgrounds and perspectives of the populations they serve. Our team is comprised of legal and non-profit professionals dedicated to our mission with a passion for serving youth and creating a flexible and fun work environment!

POSITION ​ DESCRIPTION​

Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Development Manager will contribute to the fundraising efforts of JTB in order to meet and grow its $900K annual budget. The Development Manager will report to and support the Executive Director in revenue-generating initiatives for the organization, spearhead specific aspects of development including fundraising and events, and deepen and expand JTB’s efforts to track and connect with our alumni. Additionally, they will identify, engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward current and prospective donors in expanding their financial support of JTB. If you are interested in helping to ensure that JTB is able to offer 100% free programming to students of color and those underrepresented backgrounds across the country, this is the position for you! This is a hybrid position based in Chicago.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create a strategic approach for growth and expansion in our fundraising which includes major gifts, corporate donations and fundraising events;
• Identify and secure sponsorships and in-kind support for JTB;
• In partnership with the Executive Director, as well as the Development Committees on the Board and Associate Board, plan and execute annual fundraisers and pledge drives;
• Create the organization’s Annual Plan and annual development materials, marketing materials, and acknowledgment letters;
• Accompany the Executive Director or Board Members to funding pitches for donors;
• Manage and support the JTB Associate Board;
• Complete other duties as the Executive Director indicates to assist the other directors, employees or board members in the completion of their responsibilities; and;
• Work subject to the direction and supervision of the Executive Director and Board of Directors of JTB, who may modify duties or assign such other duties and responsibilities as necessary and conducive to the best interests of JTB.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

• BA required, MBA, CFRE and/or professional affiliations highly desirable;
• Minimum of five years’ experience in non-profit fundraising and development preferred;
• Demonstrated ability to continuously meet and exceed fundraising/sales targets or goals;
• Superb organizational, project management, time management and communication skills, both verbal and written;
• Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on JTB’s success;
• Critical thinker with problem-solving skills;
• Ability to oversee multiple projects independently;
• Proficient in MS Office and Salesforce are required;
• Additional experience with Donorbox, Stripe, Benevity, GiveSmart and Social Media engagement desired;
• Some travel required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60602: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60602