Job Summary

Every day brings opportunities to dream big and deliver results. You might be collaborating with the CEO and Foundation Board of Directors, meeting major donors, creating compelling campaigns, mentoring Foundation staff, or leading strategic outreach across our hospice service area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Lead all foundation development initiatives, staff, and volunteers.
  • Partner with the CEO and Foundation Board to create and execute long-term fundraising strategy.
  • Manage Board relationships, reporting, stewardship, and engagement.
  • Develop materials for donor cultivation, including presentations and gift agreements.

Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • CFRE/ACFRE preferred (or achieved within two years).
  • 5+ years of progressive fundraising experience with major gift success.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

  • Strong supervisory, communication, and relationship-building skills.
  • Grant writing experience is a plus.
  • Ability to lead with professionalism, strategy, and heart.

Salary Range: Competitive salary $77,000–$112,000, based on experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) with match, disability coverage, and more.

To view the full job description, please visit: Development Director 2025

To apply, please visit: Development Director, Northern Illinois Hospice