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Chicago Zoological Society

Location: BrookfieldIL 60513 Document ID: A8492-01KD Posted on: 2014-12-2412/24/2014 Job Type: Temporary

Job Schedule:Part-time
2015-01-23
 

Campaign Research Strategist

The mission of the Chicago Zoological Society is to inspire conservation leadership by connecting people with wildlife and nature.

Since the opening of Brookfield Zoo in 1934, the Society has had an international reputation for taking a cutting-edge role in animal care and conservation of the natural world. The Society is an active partner in wildlife protection programs around the world, including the Sarasota Dolphin Research Program, the world's longest-running study of bottlenose dolphins. We have pioneered the field of conservation psychology, the study of how people connect with animals and nature. We are able to reach so many audiences each year, including 2 million zoo guests engaged by unique exhibits and programs; some 250,000 schoolchildren, campers, and families who participate in award-winning science education programs; nearly 24,000 teachers who take part in our professional development workshops; and, diverse communities across Chicagoland. The animals at Brookfield Zoo are ambassadors to those in the wild. Through care and breeding and, in some cases, reintroduction to their natural habitat, we replenish nature many times over. Thanks to generous donations, thousands of animals representing 400 species receive state-of-the-art care through top-notch medical, husbandry, and nutrition programs. In fact, animal care technologies developed at Brookfield Zoo are employed in 165 countries.

The Campaign Research Strategist (Temporary) is responsible for developing research and strategies for new campaign prospects, including the writing of background profiles for prospects and the drafting of initial strategies; organizing data for SWOT analysis, and drafting the initial information to be incorporated into SWOT. The Campaign Research Strategist will also conduct prospect development/analysis, including the culling and prioritization of new major gift prospects. Identify prospect names from, but not limited to, (1) current portfolios; (2) Leadership Campaign Committee prospect development pipeline; (3) Wealth Screen results; and, staff-driven New Finds. Responsibilities also include maintaining responsibility for consistency of data entry and strategy notes, managing process for input into Raiser's Edge; and, participating in team strategy development meetings, either in person or via conference call, as needed.

Position Requirements and Specifications
This seasonal (temporary) position includes the following requirements:
  • Bachelors Degree in Business Management or a relevant business related field or equivalent combination of training and/or experience required.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years relevant development experience with not-for-profit organizations with experience in conducting prospect research and developing solicitation strategies. Knowledge of Moves Management a plus.
  • Demonstrated computer proficiency including working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as ability to work with a database program. Raiser's Edge experience strongly preferred.
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills. Ability to deal with all levels of staff and to establish and maintain strong rapport and effective relationships Effective problem solving and sound, logical decision-making skills.
  • Ability to maintain the confidentiality of privileged information.
  • Flexible, cooperative team player
  • Ability to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines.
  • Spanish fluency a plus, but not required.
  • Valid driver's license required for Illinois residents within 90 days of hire; valid out-of-state license required for out-of-state residents.


Additional Information
This requisition is to actively recruit for a position for 2015.

The Chicago Zoological Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer - Minorities / Women / Veterans / Disabled.

The Chicago Zoological Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer
     
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