Philanthropy Coordinator, Prospect Research / Development

Northwestern Medicine

  • Chicago, IL
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 28 days ago
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Confirm EmailSubmitPhilanthropy Coordinator, Prospect Research / Development Location Chicago, Illinois Business Unit Northwestern Memorial Foundation Job REQID 128893 Job Function Philanthropy/Fundraising Shift Day Job (1st)Benefits
  • $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
  • $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
  • $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
  • $250 Wellbeing Fund per year($125 for part-time)
  • Matching 401(k)
  • Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
  • Paid time off and Holiday pay
Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.
  • Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional and financial well-being.
  • Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.
From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.DescriptionThe Philanthropy Coordinator reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.The Philanthropy Coordinator performs a critical support role on Northwestern Memorial Foundation's (NMF) fundraising team. They are responsible for working with NMF philanthropy associates, managers, directors, vice presidents and other NMF team members to coordinate activities and initiatives, completing projects as assigned.NMF raises funds to support the health system's strategic goals to deliver exceptional care and experience, advance and extend medical science and knowledge and enhance people, culture and resources through: (1) raising planned, principal and major gifts, (2) cultivating and stewarding donors, and (3) fostering a culture of philanthropy at NMHC.Responsibilities:Reporting to the Program Manager, Prospect Research & Development, the Philanthropy Coordinator, Prospect Research & Development focuses on fulfilling requests for information, providing research, prospect identification, and prospect management for NMF stakeholders while maintaining the integrity of the database by performing regular data audits and cleanup.Prospect Research, Prospect Management, and Support
  • Research identified prospects to establish estimated gift capacity and provide context of prospects
  • Manage information and moves management requests; set request priorities and deadlines and work with multiple stakeholders to identify their needs and ensure best practices in prospect research and development
  • Provide support for front-line colleagues with Raiser's Edge database, and other integrated/aligned fundraising tools, subscriptions, and services
  • Assist NMF staff in use of Raiser's Edge for basic queries and data entry with the goal of enabling all staff members to become self-sufficient, while maintaining high quality and security standards
  • Coordinate new user setup and training
  • Assist with routine data audits and necessary clean-up for quality control
  • Work with the Prospect Research & Development team to manage the quality of portfolios, prospect pipeline, prospect research, and prospect management
  • Manage purchase orders and check request process for PR&D department
  • Calendar coordination as necessary
Data Delivery
  • Research identified prospects to establish estimated gift capacity and provide bespoke research biographies for front-line fundraisers
  • Provide training and support for NMF staff as appropriate
QualificationsRequired:
  • Bachelor's degree or 4 years equivalent work experience;
  • 1+ years of experience in a fundraising, community outreach, healthcare or administrative support position, preferably in a non-profit organization;
  • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook);
  • Ability to organize and think independently with orientation to deadline and detail;
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
  • High degree of professionalism, sensitivity and integrity;
  • Strong intellectual curiosity, initiative, and highly effective listening and communication skills;
  • Proven ability to meet deadlines, communicate effectively, track details;
  • Demonstrate a high level of flexibility in a team environment;
  • Comfort handling multiple projects, accurately setting priorities on a regular basis, thinking creatively and working as a collaborative team member.
Preferred:
  • Fundraising industry experience.
  • Healthcare industry experience.
  • Experience with MS Dynamics, Raiser's Edge or other CRM systems
Equal OpportunityNorthwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.Share This JobFeatured JobsRecently Viewed JobsYou do not have any recently viewed jobsNursing OpportunitiesBenefitsInformation Services CareersNorthwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.Contact us if you need any further information about NM Nursing Careers at .We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any step in our application or interviewing process, please email and a Human Resources representative will connect with you to discuss next steps.© 2024 by Northwestern Medicine® and Northwestern Memorial HealthCare.Northwestern Medicine® is a trademark of Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, used by Northwestern University.

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