Donor Engagement Coordinator

  • Full Time
  • Skokie
  • December 15, 2024

Website Northlight Theatre

Now Hiring: Northlight Theatre is now hiring a full-time Donor Engagement Coordinator. Reporting to the Director of Advancement, the Donor Engagement Coordinator is responsible for all aspects of fundraising events and donor stewardship events at Northlight. This position manages the Hospitality Partners Program, and provides administrative and food/beverage support for all Northlight events as needed.

A full job description is available on our website at www.northlight.org/opportunities.

Northlight Theatre aspires to promote change of perspective and encourage compassion by exploring the depth of our humanity across a bold spectrum of theatrical experiences, reflecting our community to the world and the world to our community. A professional LORT D theatre located in Skokie, Illinois, programming includes a 5-play mainstage season, the Interplay new play development series, and a dynamic year-round audience engagement and education program. For more information about the theatre: www.northlight.org.

Qualifications: Must have at least three years of development experience, including event planning and project management. Must be highly organized, with the ability to effectively manage timelines and multiple projects. Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to collaborate. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Google Docs and a relational database required, Raiser’s Edge experience preferred. Self-motivated, able to prioritize and communicate well with staff. This position requires transportation to multiple job sites across the Chicagoland area. Though not required, a personal vehicle and valid driver’s license is recommended.

Schedule & Job Location: This is a hybrid position with flexible hours including nights and weekends needed for on- and off-site events. Administrative Office hours are between 10am-6pm Monday through Friday. Onsite work takes place at Northlight Theatre, 9501 Skokie Blvd in Skokie.

Compensation: Compensation range is $40,000 to $43,000 annually, competitive with prevailing compensation for similar positions within the non-profit performing arts industry, and commensurate with qualifications and experience of the applicant. This position is eligible for benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance and paid time off. Collaborative environment with close involvement with the art and artists.

Instructions to Apply:

As an equal opportunity employer, Northlight Theatre hires outstanding individuals into every position in the company. People who work with us have a high degree of engagement, a commitment to working effectively in teams, and a passion for the company's mission. We place the highest value on creating a safe environment where our employees can grow and contribute, and refuse to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious belief, sex, age, disability, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Reflecting our commitment to be an inclusive and accessible employer, we welcome applications for all open positions from a diverse applicant pool that reflects our community and programming.

Qualified candidates should send a cover letter and resume with relevant experience and three listed references via email to humanresources@northlight.org. Preference will be given to applications received by December 15, 2024. No phone calls please.

To apply for this job email your details to humanresources@northlight.org

Pay Rate/Range*: $40,000 - $43,000