Job Title: Director of Development
Organization: In These Times
Location: Chicago
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
FT Regular
 
Job Description:
Director of Development
In These Times, a 32-year-old independent progressive magazine based in
Chicago, seeks a Development Director to plan, manage, and execute all
fundraising activities. The Development Director will work closely with the
publisher and the In These Times Board, and will function as a senior member
of the publishing staff. The successful applicant will possess a desire to
lead the fundraising efforts of a small award winning, tax-exempt,
nonprofit, independent media organization.
The Development Director
 Works with the board and publisher to plan fundraising strategy;
 Manages all activities related to the analysis, execution, control and
evaluation of all fundraising programs;
 Works with board and publisher to cultivate prospects, create strategic
alliances, arrange and participate in the solicitation of major gifts,
coordinate and write and research all grant proposals, and manage all
non-government reporting requirements;
 Plans and organizes fundraising events;
 Analyzes and researches models of fundraising, particularly with a mind
towards organizational growth in the field of independent print and online
journalism.
Required Skills
 Strong organizational skills.
 Detail-oriented.
 Ability to juggle multiple projects.
 Works well under pressure.
 Skilled communicator, both written and oral.
 Strong computer skills: must be adept at Word, Excel, Power Point,
Publisher (or equivalent), and Donor Perfect; experience with Macs is a
plus.
 An interest in and understanding of independent media.
 An interest in and understanding of philanthropy and planned giving.
Education/Experience/Requirements
 A bachelors degree with 3-5 years experience working on a nonprofit
development team.
 Experience working with volunteers.
 Familiarity with fundraising software, particularly DonorPerfect
 Valid drivers license.
Salary is commensurate with experience. Full health and dental. Four weeks
vacation per year.
Deadline for applications is June 9.
To apply: E-mail a cover letter, resume and writing sample to Joel Bleifuss
at jbleifuss@inthesetimes.com with development director in the subject
line.
In These Times is a 501(c)3 and an equal opportunity employer. Minorities
and women strongly encouraged to
 
 
 
How to Apply:
 
Organization Web Site: www.inthesetimes.com
 
Email replies to: jbleifuss@inthesetimes.com