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Manager of Fundraising & Strategic Events | DePaul USA

April 18, 2025

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Date Posted:	4/18/2025
City:	Chicago
Location:	IL
Country:	United States
Primary Category:	Non-Profit
Salary:	$50,000.00 yearly
Type of Position:	Full-Time
Education Requirement:	Bachelor's
Experience Requirement:	3-5 years

Description & Details
Manager of Fundraising & Strategic Events Mission Depaul USA supports homeless and marginalized people, providing people experiencing homelessness with purpose and hope for a positive future. Our vision is that everyone has a place to call home and a stake in his or her community. In cities across the nation, we meet people where they are to address their needs. Through a combination of homelessness services and housing, Depaul USA is innovating and bringing real solutions to those facing homelessness Primary Duties and Responsibilities Events & Fundraising (70%) Oversee event strategy for all local fundraising events, including logistics, budgeting, vendor management, sponsorship outreach, marketing efforts, and silent/live auction support. Support local city fundraising events by coordinating with city directors and ensuring consistency in branding, messaging, and execution. Oversee event committee meetings, providing guidance on goal setting, volunteer recruitment, and donor engagement strategies. Manage event registration platforms and donation pages, ensuring a seamless experience for attendees and sponsors. Collaborate with development teams to integrate donor engagement efforts into event planning. Oversee donor acknowledgments related to events, including follow-ups, thank-you letters, and sponsorship benefits fulfillment. Serve as the primary point of contact for event-related inquiries, oversee the recruitment and training of event volunteers, and ensure donor and sponsor needs are met. Coordinate with the finance team to ensure proper gift processing, donation tracking, and reconciliation related to event fundraising. Communications & Marketing (30%) Gather and document compelling client stories to highlight the impact of our programs, supporting fundraising, marketing, and advocacy efforts. Manage all event-related communications, including press releases, social media campaigns, promotional materials, and outreach to media partners. Oversee event-related website updates and content, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of information. Coordinate with external vendors for design, printing, and production of event-related materials. Maintain media relationships and seek opportunities for press coverage of events and organizational initiatives. Support the annual appeal mailings by assisting in content creation and donor engagement strategies. Assist in developing donor and sponsorship materials that align with the organization’s branding and fundraising goals. Draft and design the annual report to highlight key achievements and ensure it looks professional. Oversee graphic design projects for other reports. Coordinate social media efforts with local programs, executive, and development teams to create and share engaging content that highlights events, reports and key initiatives.
How to Apply / Contact
Under the direction of the Senior Director of Development, the Manager of Fundraising & Strategic Events will lead the planning and execution of local fundraising events and oversee key organizational communications. This role will focus primarily on event strategy, logistics, and donor outreach while ensuring aligned communication efforts that enhance fundraising and public engagement. Apply online at https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Depaul-USA-1

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