Manager of Institutional Advancement - Chicago, IL (River North)

Madeleine Holdsworth

Erikson Institute, a prestigious graduate school for early childhood development, an organization committed to ensuring that all children have equitable opportunities to realize their potential. We are seeking an individual to fulfill the role of Manager of Institutional Advancement.

With supervision from the Associate Director of Development, the Manager of Institutional Advancement leads the planning and execution for Annual Fund campaigns and special events related to Institutional Advancement and Alumni Relations. The Manager of Institutional Advancement will primarily be responsible for direct mail and online giving, and donor relations. Additionally, the Manager will coordinate and manage Erikson’s annual fundraising and cultivation events, and alumni events (on and off campus). The position will also actively participate in IA fundraising strategy and be responsible for achieving and tracking annual fundraising benchmarks and goals. The Manager will have interactions with Trustees, donors, alums, and act as a liaison for the Advancement team within Erikson.

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About Erikson

We are the premier graduate school in childhood development committed to ensuring that all children have equitable opportunities to realize their potential.

Erikson Institute’s graduate degree programs uniquely prepare child development, education, and social work leaders to improve the lives of young children and their families. Our impact and influence are further amplified through our innovative academic programs, applied research, direct services in the community, and advocacy and policy and leadership.

Erikson Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other classes protected by federal, state, or local laws. In addition, Erikson Institute provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws (including during the application or hiring process).