Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.
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General Summary:
The President & Chief Development Officer (“CDO”) is the senior level strategist, fundraiser and leader, responsible for the oversight and management of all aspects of Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago Foundation (“Foundation”). The CDO is nominated by the President and Chief Executive Officer of Children’s Hospital of Chicago Medical Center (“Medical Center”) and elected by the Medical Center’s Board of Directors. Charged with the responsibility of developing and delivering the most ambitious comprehensive Campaign in the history of Lurie Children’s, the CDO will lead the Foundation team to maximize financial support for the Medical Center and all of its affiliates, including Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s of Chicago (Hospital), Stanley Manne Children’s Research Institute (Research Institute) and the Lurie Children’s Medical Group, Inc. (LCMG) (collectively, “Lurie Children’s”). The CDO works closely with the Medical Center CEO, members of the Hospital, Research Institute, and Foundation Boards of Directors, the Hospital’s leadership team, Department Chairs, Division Chiefs and faculty across the Medical Center. The CDO reports directly to the Medical Center CEO and serves as a member of the senior leadership team and as an advisor on all issues related to philanthropy, and will have significant interaction with top-tier donors and volunteers. Travel required.
Essential Job Functions:
- Development and implement a strategic fundraising program: The CDO develops and implements short- and long-term strategies to increase philanthropic revenue to support the Medical Center’s mission. Provides vision and leadership to guide strategic fundraising programs across all donor constituencies, with particular attention to the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship to transformational donor prospects. In addition, the CDO is actively involved with the leadership of several affiliated organizations that advocate, promote, and raise funds for Lurie Children’s. The CDO analyzes fundraising potential, sets objectives, and works with the staff to achieve stated goals.
- Institutional leadership: The CDO serves as member of the senior leadership team and will be an active participant in the philanthropic support of Medical Center’s strategic plan, and other strategic priorities. The CDO works collaboratively with other leaders to further the priorities of the organization. The CDO coordinates communication with Lurie Children’s administration and medical staff related to fundraising priorities.
- Supervise and lead the foundation management team: The CDO is required to manage people, budget and operations, problem-solve in a fast-paced environment, listen carefully and build consensus. S/he actively participates in recruiting, retaining and motivating staff and serves as a mentor to more junior staff members. The CDO develops an organizational structure and policies to ensure the effectiveness of fundraising efforts.
- Personally manage a pool of rated prospects: Facilitates the solicitation of major gifts and principal gifts in alignment with Lurie Children’s priorities. The CDO is responsible for management of a group of top-tier prospects. S/he performs direct solicitation independently, or in tandem with the Medical Center CEO, board members, volunteers, or other Hospital leaders.
- Communicate the Foundations’ objectives to a wider audience: The CDO plays a visible role in enthusiastically communicating the objectives of the Foundation. S/he delivers presentations to physicians, caregivers, volunteer leaders, donors, and friends, traveling as required. The CDO oversees development of communication materials related to philanthropy.
- Engage and Support the Foundation Board: Serve as a member of the Board of Directors of Lurie Children’s Foundation, staffing committees as appropriate across the Boards of the Medical Center. Support the work of the Foundation Board, including educating members of Lurie Children’s emerging fundraising priorities. Engage Board members in the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of top-tier prospects. Work in conjunction with members of the Board to recruit and retain new Board members. Optimize volunteer structure and framework.
- The authority to hire, separate, promote, demote, write and administer performance evaluations in accordance with Lurie Children’s policy.
- Other job functions as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Manage and motivate senior Foundation leaders comprising the management team, who are in turn responsible for the leadership of the Foundation’s team members.
- The President & Chief Development Officer will perform job functions adhering to service principles, with customer service focus on innovation, service excellence and teamwork in order to provide the highest quality care and service to patients, families, co-workers and others.
- Develops an organizational structure and policies to ensure effective administration of fundraising efforts.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Management or related field required; Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 12 to 15 years of experience in not-for-profit management at complex, mission-driven, diverse medical or academic institution(s) which rely upon broad community support, philanthropy, and volunteer organizations for survival and growth is required, as is a demonstrated record of leadership ability and professional accomplishment. Demonstrated experience in leading large-scale fundraising campaigns.
- Strong background in directing an innovative fund development within a complex and rapidly changing environment is necessary, as is extensive experience working with senior leadership.
- Ability to achieve disciplined approaches to planning and decision-making in a challenging and decentralized environment. Ability to articulate a vision for a children’s hospital and the integration of that vision with the strategic direction and the functions of planning and marketing.
- Demonstrated success in soliciting and closing principal gifts, and direct experience in management of major projects is required.
- Successful track record in board development, education, and engagement. Intellectual depth paired with political savvy and intuition, as well as the ability to organize and present information in a concise and easily understood manner. Accomplished storyteller.
- Demonstrated experience in effectively motivating and managing people, both inside and outside direct span of control.
- Strong financial acumen and deep understanding of the relationship between philanthropy, organizational strategy and financial performance. High level of data fluency and proficiency in interpreting financial statements, budgets and fundraising performance metrics.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, finesse, and adaptability. Action-oriented with a high degree of personal motivation and commitment to the mission of a children’s hospital and children’s health in general.
- Builds collaborative relationships across key constituencies, influences effectively, and leads teams through change while advancing enterprise goals. Fosters a high-performing, inclusive culture through coaching, talent development, employee engagement, and empowerment. Communicates with clarity, transparency, and emotional intelligence, skillfully navigating complex situations and challenging conversations.
Education
Master's Degree (Required)
Pay Range
$ 506,000-$ 691,000 Salary
At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.
Benefit Statement
For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
Various voluntary benefits:
Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
Discount purchasing program
There’s a Place for You with Us
At Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.
Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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