Individual Giving Manager, Auditorium Theatre
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Position Title Individual Giving Manager, Auditorium Theatre
Category Administrative
Position Number
Posting Number S0001388
Location Chicago
Open Date 08/24/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled? No
Job Type Full-Time
Working Hours
Position Summary The Auditorium is a National Historic Landmark and a leading performing arts venue committed to presenting the finest in international, cultural, community, and educational programming. We are dedicated to fostering artistic excellence, expanding access to the arts, and supporting the vibrant cultural landscape of Chicago. Our team is passionate, mission-driven, and united in the belief that the performing arts can transform communities.
The Individual Giving Manager is responsible for cultivating, soliciting,
stewarding, and growing relationships with a portfolio of mid-level and
emerging major gift donors. The role serves as a key member of the Development
team, supporting individual giving initiatives through portfolio management,
board engagement, affinity group partnerships, and donor experience
activities.As a highly visible representative of the Development team, the
Individual Giving Manager regularly attends performances and events, engages
donors in the donor lounge, and creates meaningful opportunities for
constituents to deepen their connection to the organization.
The portfolio includes individual donors, prospects, and members of the Board
of Directors, reflecting the organization's belief that board members are
among its most important philanthropic partners. This position is ideal for an
ambitious fundraising professional seeking hands-on experience in donor
cultivation, stewardship, volunteer leadership management, and major gift
development, with a clear pathway toward becoming a Major Gifts Officer.
The salary range for this position is $60,000-75,000
Roosevelt University offers many great benefits. Please review our benefits in
further detail by clicking this link:
https: // rooseveltu.touchpointsonline.com/
Title IX Contact Information:Federal Title IX policy requires that all
colleges and universities make known the contact information for the person
responsible for coordinating its efforts to comply with Title IX regulations.
At Roosevelt University, the Title IX Coordinator is Natasha Robinson. Her
office is located in the Auditorium Building of the Chicago campus, 430 S.
Michigan Avenue, AUD 476B. She can be reached at 312-281-3245 or
[email protected].
Do not contact this email address for inquiries about your job application; if
you have questions, you may email [email protected] .
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
A relationship builder who enjoys connecting with donors, volunteers, and
community leaders.
Curious and eager to develop fundraising skills and donor strategy
expertise.
Comfortable engaging with high-level volunteers and board members.
Detail-oriented while maintaining a strong focus on constituent
relationships.
Proactive, collaborative, and motivated by achieving fundraising goals.
Years of Experience Required 2-4
Required Education Bachelor's Degree
Certification/Licensure Required
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2-4 years of fundraising, nonprofit, sales, customer relationship
management, or related experience preferred.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse
stakeholders.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Highly organized with strong project management and administrative
abilities.
Experience working with volunteer leaders, committees, or boards is
preferred.
Familiarity with donor database/CRM systems, Salesforce preferred.
Passion for the organization's mission and commitment to excellent donor
service.
Ability to work nights and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Operated
Working Conditions Standard noise and climate controlled office environment. Job is mostly sedentary and requires frequent use of wrist for typing.
Priority Application Instructions
Departmental Contact Information
Essential Job Functions
Duty and Responsibility Individual Giving:
Develop and manage a portfolio of mid-level and emerging major gift donors
and prospects.
Create and implement individualized cultivation, solicitation, and
stewardship strategies to increase donor engagement and philanthropic
support.
Conduct donor visits, calls, and personalized outreach efforts to build
meaningful relationships and identify giving opportunities.
Partner with Development leadership on major gift strategies and donor
pipeline development.
Maintain accurate donor records, moves management plans, and activity
tracking within the Salesforce CRM.
Percentage Of Time 45
Duty and Responsibility Board Relations and Stewardship:
Serve as the primary administrative liaison to the Board of Directors in
partnership with organizational leadership.
Coordinate board communications, meeting logistics, materials, and follow-
up activities.
Manage stewardship and engagement strategies for board members as donors
and philanthropic partners.
Maintain board giving records and support efforts to achieve board
participation and fundraising goals.
Ensure board members are actively informed, engaged, and recognized for
their contributions and leadership.
Percentage Of Time 25
Duty and Responsibility Donor Engagement and Stewardship:
Support and execute stewardship strategies that recognize and celebrate
donor impact at all giving levels.
Actively engage with donors and prospects in the donor lounge before,
during, and after performances, fostering relationships and identifying
opportunities for deeper engagement.
Coordinate with front-of-house and box office teams to ensure exceptional
donor experiences.
Facilitate donor introductions to organizational leadership, artists,
board members, and volunteer leaders as appropriate.
Gather donor feedback and insights to inform cultivation and stewardship
strategies.
Percentage Of Time 15
Duty and Responsibility Auxiliary Board Management:
Provide staff leadership and support for the organization's Auxiliary
Board.
Recruit, engage, and steward Auxiliary Board members.
Coordinate meetings, committees, fundraising initiatives, and volunteer
opportunities.
Support leadership development and pathways for deeper engagement within
the organization.
Percentage Of Time 10
Duty and Responsibility Affinity Group Support:
Serve as support for affinity groups, including Restoration Partners and
Dance Partners.
Support with the planning of meetings, events, communications, and
engagement opportunities.
Collaborate on developing strategies to strengthen affinity group
participation and philanthropic support.
Percentage Of Time 5
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
Do you have an earned Bachelor degree?
yes
no
Will you now or at any point in the future require employment visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B) to legally work in the United States?
Yes
No
Do you have 2-4 years of fundraising, nonprofit, sales, customer relationship management, or related experience?
Yes
No
This is a fully on-site position. Do you have the ability to be on campus 5 days a week?
Yes
No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
List of References
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