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Associate Director, Gift Strategy & Case Development

Loyola University Chicago

United States

Nov 12, 2026

Position Details

Job Title	ASSO DIR PRINCIPAL GIFTS
Position Number	8101959
Work Modality	Hybrid - 4 In-Person
Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP?	no
Job Category	University Staff
Job Type	Full-Time
FLSA Status	Exempt
Campus	Off-Campus/Remote
Department Name	PRINCIPAL & MAJOR GIFTS
Location Code	MAJOR GIFTS (03634A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?	No
Duties and Responsibilities	Job Summary The Associate Director, Gift Strategy and Case Development supports the planning and execution of Loyola University Chicago's most significant philanthropic opportunities, with an emphasis on gifts of $1 million and above. This role coordinates principal gift strategies, develops compelling Fundraising cases, and leads select donor engagement opportunities in partnership with colleagues and University leaders. Responsibilities Support a disciplined strategy and planning process for principal and campaign-level prospects, establishing clear objectives, next steps, owners, and timelines. Track prospect activity and progress; maintain reports and dashboards; and identify opportunities requiring additional action. Prepare materials and facilitate follow-up for prospect strategy meetings, including background summaries, strategic questions, recommended next moves, and action items. Collaborate with relationship Managers, Donor Relations, Prospect Research, Academic Partners, and University Advancement Leadership to develop Donor-centered cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies. Partner with Fundraisers, Deans, and University leaders to translate institutional priorities, into clear and compelling cases for philanthropic support with attached goals, budgets, project plans as necessary. Develop and edit Fundraising communications, including case statements, concept papers, proposals, and one-sheets, ensuring accuracy and alignment with Loyola's mission, strategic priorities, and campaign objectives. Collaborate with events team to oversee the Fundraising aspects of two to four small, high-level Donor and Prospect engagement opportunities each year, coordinating audience strategy, briefing materials, leadership talking points, program flow, and follow-up. Identify University , civic, cultural, athletic, and business events that can be used strategically for Donor cultivation and stewardship. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience	Bachelor's Degree 3 - 5 years of progressively responsible experience in Advancement, Fundraising, Nonprofit Strategy, Donor Communications, Project Management, or a related field. Demonstrated ability to develop Fundraising cases, proposals, and \other communications for individuals, foundations, or corporations Strong strategic thinking, writing, editing, and information-synthesis skills. Excellent Project-Management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, stakeholders, and confidential information. Ability to collaborate effectively with Fundraisers, Senior Leaders, Academic Partners, and colleagues across a complex organization.
Qualifications	Experience with Donor engagement events, CRM systems, and Project-Management platforms preferred.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses	NA
Computer Skills	Demonstrated skill and knowledge of, or ability to learn quickly, the technology tools available to the Office of Advancement, including Ellucian Advance, Microsoft Windows computer environment, Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
Supervisory Responsibilities	No
Required operation of university owned vehicles	No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
Physical Demands	None
Working Conditions	None
Open Date	11/12/2026
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate	$85,000/ann
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate	$78,000/ann
Special Instructions to Applicants	As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago's mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university's focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.
About Loyola University Chicago	Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world. Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here. Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University's Nondiscrimination Policy.
Quick Link for Posting	https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/36141