Manager of Institutional Giving

MCA•Chicago, IL

14d•Hybrid

About The Position

We have an opening for a Manager of Institutional Giving who will support the MCA’s fundraising efforts by managing activities related to corporate, foundation, and government giving. This role is responsible for identifying funding opportunities, coordinating the grant writing process, preparing proposals and reports, and ensuring timely fulfillment of donor benefits. The Manager plays a key role in maintaining accurate records, supporting solicitations, and strengthening relationships with institutional partners to advance the museum’s mission. To be successful in this role, you will:

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 3-5 years of experience in a development office, with a general understanding of institutional giving best practices.
Strong organizational, attention to detail, and follow-through skills.
Database/CRM experience.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to thrive in an open and team-oriented environment.
Ability to quickly take on new projects and assignments without compromising the quality of routine work and while balancing long-term projects.
Ability to maintain a strict level of discretion, judgment, tact and diplomacy in all matters.
Ability to work professionally and effectively with a variety of clients and stakeholders.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365.
Ability to perform occasional light lifting.
General mobility throughout the museum.

Responsibilities

Identify opportunities for corporate sponsorships, foundation grants, and government awards; maintain and update the annual proposal calendar.
Project manage the grant writing process, including setting internal deadlines, collecting materials, and assisting with the development of grant budgets.
Draft letters of intent (LOIs), proposals, evaluations, and reports, taking primary responsibility for requests and reports up to $25,000.
Collaborate with the Director of Institutional Giving to set personal fundraising goals and remain accountable for achieving targets.
Manage benefit fulfillment and retention materials for institutional donors.
Oversee corporate partnership solicitations, including generating new and renewal lists, prospect rating, creating copy and supporting materials, scheduling meetings, and preparing gift acknowledgements.
Solicit corporations for event sponsorships for major fundraising events such as Vernissage, Visionary Luncheon, and ArtEdge Gala.
Maintain accurate records in the CRM/database for all institutional giving activities.
Conduct research and prepare briefing documents for institutional donor meetings.
Evaluate sponsorship opportunities, track requests and follow-up activity, and manage internal and external communications related to grants and sponsorship activations.
Coordinate with Finance to calendar proposals and report budgets.
Ensure institutional donor recognition is accurate and up to date across publications, materials, and web platforms.
Serve as liaison to Visitor Experience for the Corporate Membership program.

Benefits

Individual and MCA-provided retirement savings plans.
Paid time off.
Pre-tax, reduced rate parking and Ventra/Metra benefits.
Free admission to MCA exhibitions for yourself and guests.
Free admission to many special and member events.
Reduced price tickets to MCA Stage performances.
Discounts on dining in Marisol and in our award-winning MCA Store.
Access to our onsite library.
Opportunities to attend curator-led staff tours.
Free or discounted admission to many other cultural institutions across the United States.
health, dental, and vision insurance plus free life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance.