Assistant Director, Leadership Giving

Company: University of Chicago
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Department Booth Advancement: Leadership Giving and Annual Fund 1 About the Department The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is the second-oldest business school in the U.S. and second to none when it comes to influencing business education and business practices. Since 1898, the school has produced ideas and leaders that shape the world of business. Their rigorous, discipline-based approach to business education transforms students into confident, effective, respected business leaders prepared to face the toughest challenges. Chicago Booth has the finest set of facilities of any business school in the world. Each of the four campuses (two in Chicago, one in London, and one in Hong Kong) reflects the architectural traditions of its environs while offering a state-of-the-art learning environment. Chicago Booth is proud to claim: -an unmatched faculty. -degree and open enrollment programs offered on three continents. -a global body of nearly 56,000 accomplished alumni. -strong and growing corporate relationships that provide a wealth of lifelong career opportunities. As part of the world-renowned University of Chicago, Chicago Booth shares the University's core values that shape the distinctive intellectual culture. At Booth, they constantly question and test ideas, and seek proof. This extraordinarily effective approach to business leads to new ideas and innovative solutions. Seven of the Booth faculty members have won Nobel Prizes for these ideas - the first business school to achieve this accomplishment. For more information about the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, please visit: http://www.chicagobooth.edu/. Job Summary The Assistant Director, Leadership Giving at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, will understand the principles of fundraising and the mission of the Office of Advancement. This position will focus on leadership level ($2,500 - $100,000) Annual Fund prospects and will be expected to develop major gift leads. The Assistant Director is integral to growing the number of qualified prospects who can support Chicago Booth at the major gifts level by meeting with a high number of new prospects each year and soliciting leadership gifts and pledges. Periodic travel is required. Responsibilities Identifies, cultivates and solicits prospective donors who have the capacity to make financial commitments of $2,500 to $100,000 or more. Manages a portfolio of high-end annual donors and prospects. Plans and executes a target total of 125 visits per year and a commensurate number of Annual Fund solicitations. Qualifies new prospects and determines creative cultivation and solicitation strategies to further engagement of alumni to the school. Conducts a high level of outreach on an ongoing basis to prospects to secure digital, phone, and in-person meetings, with an emphasis on digital and phone as first points of contact. Plans and solicits a number of multi-year pledges as determined in concert with manager during annual goal setting. Based on qualification assessment, nominates prospects to move to major gift portfolios and works with major gift officers to transition prospects into working with major gift officers. Assists with events and attends evening and weekend functions as necessary. Learns and maintains an in-depth knowledge of Chicago Booth and University campaign priorities. Develops strong collaborative working relationships with Alumni Relations and Development colleagues across the University. Identifies and qualifies prospects by aiding in expanding the pool of potential donors and participating in outreach events. Manages a portfolio of prospective donors. Works with others to maximize prospective donor cultivation. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications: Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher. Experience: At least two years of professional work experience in nonprofit management, development, alumni relations, marketing, sales or public relations. Demonstrated experience in planning and managing programs. Technical Skills or Knowledge: Demonstrated skill and knowledge of, or ability to learn quickly, the internal workings of the University as well as the technology tools available to the Office of Advancement, including Phoenix, the University’s alumni and donor database of record. Proficient with Zoom. Proficient in a Microsoft Windows computer environment, with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. Preferred Competencies Demonstrated success in soliciting and closing individual leadership gifts. Strong verbal and writing skills, high attention to detail and follow-up, and excellent organizational skills. Strong commitment to customer service. Manage confidential information with discretion and tact. Strong leadership qualities, including the ability both to delegate and execute, thereby leading by word and by example; work collegially and collaboratively in a team setting. An exceptional work ethic and track record of personal initiative; outstanding interpersonal and communications skills characterized by the ability to listen, speak, and write well. Flexible and adaptable to new programs in an emerging and changing environment. Understanding of the University of Chicago, its history, organization and modus operandi. Working Conditions Work evenings and weekends. Travel to campus and/or non-campus locations for University business. This position is currently expected to work a minimum three days per week in the office. Application Documents Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (required) When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family Alumni Relations & Development Role Impact Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Pay Rate Type Salary ? FLSA Status Exempt ? Pay Range $60,000.00 - $69,000.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. Benefits Eligible Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook . Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. 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