Simon Wiesenthal Center
Associate Director of Development, Midwest
Simon Wiesenthal Center, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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Description
Headquartered in Los Angeles, it maintains operations in New York, Chicago, Miami, Toronto, Paris, Berlin, Jerusalem, and Buenos Aires. It is an accredited Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) at the United Nations, UNESCO, the Organization of American States, the Latin American Parliament, and the Council of Europe and maintains relationships with the highest levels of governments throughout the world.
In 1993, the Center opened the Museum of Tolerance in Los Angeles to worldwide acclaim. The Museum has served as the Center’s flagship educational arm, challenging visitors to confront bigotry and racism, and to understand the Holocaust in both historical and contemporary contexts. In addition, the Center developed Moriah Media to produce theatrical documentaries to educate global audiences. Moriah has produced 17 documentaries to date, two of which have received the Academy Award for best feature documentary, The Long Way Home and Genocide.
Position Overview
The Associate Director of Development will be responsible for supporting and executing the Simon Wiesenthal Center’s fundraising, operations, and communications strategies in Chicago and the broader Midwest region. This role requires a hands-on, relationship-driven professional with strong communication skills, a proven ability to engage donors, and a passion for the Center’s mission.
This position is ideal for a motivated and detail-oriented fundraiser who thrives in a fast-paced, high-impact environment and is eager to contribute to the growth of the Center’s presence and success in the Midwest.
Qualifications
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising & Donor Engagement
Manage and grow a portfolio of donors and prospects with a strong focus on Chicago. Conduct regular face-to-face meetings with donors to solicit gifts, steward relationships, and expand giving opportunities. Support all regional fundraising efforts, ensuring timely follow-through on development strategies and activities. Assist with foundation grant writing and submission of donor proposals. Help plan and implement parlor meetings, cultivation events, and major donor events, focusing on both logistics and outcomes.
Strategic Communications & Marketing
Assist with regional mailings, email campaigns, and direct communications with constituents. Contribute to the development and execution of localized marketing and communications efforts to raise visibility and donor engagement. Leverage existing constituent lists and data to strengthen outreach and effectiveness. Support local branding initiatives, including events and community presence across the Midwest.
Operations & Collaboration
Partner with the EVP of Development Midwest to align regional efforts with national strategies. Collaborate with colleagues across development, communications, and programming to ensure seamless execution of initiatives. Serve as a reliable project manager, upholding timelines, deliverables, and accountability.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree a plus. Minimum 5–7 years of experience in development, fundraising, and/or nonprofit management. Demonstrated self starter with success in donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing proposals and donor materials. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail. Collaborative, adaptable, and able to work independently in a hybrid environment. Passion for the mission of the Simon Wiesenthal Center and commitment to human rights, education, and advocacy.
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Simon Wiesenthal Center Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Description
Description
Headquartered in Los Angeles, it maintains operations in New York, Chicago, Miami, Toronto, Paris, Berlin, Jerusalem, and Buenos Aires. It is an accredited Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) at the United Nations, UNESCO, the Organization of American States, the Latin American Parliament, and the Council of Europe and maintains relationships with the highest levels of governments throughout the world.
In 1993, the Center opened the Museum of Tolerance in Los Angeles to worldwide acclaim. The Museum has served as the Center’s flagship educational arm, challenging visitors to confront bigotry and racism, and to understand the Holocaust in both historical and contemporary contexts. In addition, the Center developed Moriah Media to produce theatrical documentaries to educate global audiences. Moriah has produced 17 documentaries to date, two of which have received the Academy Award for best feature documentary, The Long Way Home and Genocide.
Position Overview
The Associate Director of Development will be responsible for supporting and executing the Simon Wiesenthal Center’s fundraising, operations, and communications strategies in Chicago and the broader Midwest region. This role requires a hands-on, relationship-driven professional with strong communication skills, a proven ability to engage donors, and a passion for the Center’s mission.
This position is ideal for a motivated and detail-oriented fundraiser who thrives in a fast-paced, high-impact environment and is eager to contribute to the growth of the Center’s presence and success in the Midwest.
Qualifications
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising & Donor Engagement
Manage and grow a portfolio of donors and prospects with a strong focus on Chicago. Conduct regular face-to-face meetings with donors to solicit gifts, steward relationships, and expand giving opportunities. Support all regional fundraising efforts, ensuring timely follow-through on development strategies and activities. Assist with foundation grant writing and submission of donor proposals. Help plan and implement parlor meetings, cultivation events, and major donor events, focusing on both logistics and outcomes.
Strategic Communications & Marketing
Assist with regional mailings, email campaigns, and direct communications with constituents. Contribute to the development and execution of localized marketing and communications efforts to raise visibility and donor engagement. Leverage existing constituent lists and data to strengthen outreach and effectiveness. Support local branding initiatives, including events and community presence across the Midwest.
Operations & Collaboration
Partner with the EVP of Development Midwest to align regional efforts with national strategies. Collaborate with colleagues across development, communications, and programming to ensure seamless execution of initiatives. Serve as a reliable project manager, upholding timelines, deliverables, and accountability.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree a plus. Minimum 5–7 years of experience in development, fundraising, and/or nonprofit management. Demonstrated self starter with success in donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing proposals and donor materials. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail. Collaborative, adaptable, and able to work independently in a hybrid environment. Passion for the mission of the Simon Wiesenthal Center and commitment to human rights, education, and advocacy.
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