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The Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum is seeking a Director of
Foundation and Government Relations. This position reports to the Vice
President for External Affairs.
The Director is responsible for planning, coordinating and implementing
fund-raising initiatives with foundation and government donors/prospects.
This senior member of the development team will be accountable for
securing both designated and operating support, stewarding and tracking
grant agreements and readying the Adler for a capital campaign. This
position works closely with key staff members and with members of the
Adler Board of Trustees, advisory committees and volunteers in
implementing strategies.
Duties and responsibilities:
- identify, cultivate, solicit and recognize foundation prospects and
donors
- strategize long-term opportunities for Adler revenue from major
foundations
in the Midwest and selected national foundations
- prepare city, state and federal grant applications to support Adler
projects
- identify new funding sources for exhibition, education and research
priority projects
- create and implement strategies for a portfolio of government and major
foundation
prospects in anticipation of a major capital campaign
- assist Vice President in staffing Trustee committees for Development and
Board nominations
- prepare and manage annual budgets and monitor quarterly income and
expense forecasts
A Bachelors Degree is required for this position with five or more years
of progressive experience in fundraising with demonstrated expertise
interacting with professional grant makers and executive level volunteers.
A track record of achieving financial goals is essential. An advanced
degree is preferred and experience with Chicago’s foundation leaders,
knowledge of government processes/protocol and experience in an
established fundraising operation is helpful. This position requires
excellent writing and analytical skills with the ability to work with a
variety of people in a team environment.
To apply for this position, please send a cover letter, resume, and salary
history to:
Marguerite E. Dawson
Director of Human Resources
Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum
1300 S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60605
Telephone: 312.322.0591 Fax: 312.322.9909
Email: [ mailto:[log in to unmask] ][log in to unmask]
URL: www.adlerplanetarium.org EEO
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Marguerite E. Dawson
Director of Human Resources
Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum
1300 S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60605
Phone 312.322.0591
FAX 312.322.9909
Email [log in to unmask]
URL http://www.adlerplanetarium.org
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