Junior Development Director - Polsky Foundation

Invenergy•Chicago, IL

5d•$60,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Polsky Foundation seeks a motivated philanthropy professional to support Ukraine-focused philanthropy through grants administration and external partnerships. This role will work closely with the Founders of the organization and other members of the family office team. This is a full-time, permanent position based in Chicago.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
Relevant professional experience in philanthropy, public charity, international affairs or policy, or related field required.
Demonstrated interest in philanthropy, specifically Ukraine-related issues.
Ability to speak, read and write in Ukrainian.
Skilled in fundraising and building strategic relationships with partner foundations
Experience preparing and managing reporting requirements for donors
Experience managing multiple projects and working effectively under pressure to achieve individual and organizational goals.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, exhibits highly professional and tactful demeanor.
A consummate team player with a flexible, collaborative and creative approach who can lead from behind.
Ability to work from our Chicago office 5 days per week.
Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Foundation’s Ukraine-based team to coordinate program implementation, prepare and manage budgets, track expenditures, and support administrative and bookkeeping processes related to grant-funded activities.
Design grant programs based on desired impact of the Founders.
Research and engage with U.S.-based foundations and potential partners.
Manage communication with stakeholders and donors.
Create annual communications plan for the organization with measurable deliverables.
Help develop the Foundation brand, website, and other marketing materials.
Manage a CRM database and create efficient reporting templates as needed.
Represent the Foundation, as official liaison, and respond to external inquiries.
Facilitate e-blast communications, surveys, and invitations to targeted and varied audiences.
Coordinate events, meetings, and symposiums.