Auxiliary Groups Senior Manager

Our Mission: Since the 1893 World Columbian Exposition, our organization has aimed to connect people to the natural environment and human history.

Join our team and enjoy a benefits package that truly supports your well-being and lifestyle:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Including medical, dental, vision plans, and even pet insurance.
• Financial Security: Life and disability benefits plus a 403(b) savings plan to help you plan for the future.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off, paid sick leave, and paid holidays to ensure you have time to recharge and spend with loved ones.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy great employee discounts and complimentary general admission to participating cultural institutions.

We're dedicated to enhancing your life both at work and beyond!

The Auxiliary Groups Senior Manager is the primary staff liaison to the Field Museum Women's Board (WB) and the Field Associates (FA) young professionals’ board. The Senior Manager works with the Director of Individual Giving and Auxiliary Groups to direct governance and fundraising strategies for the Women's Board and Field Associates. The Auxiliary Groups Senior Manager supports the Field's long-term relationships with WB and FA members and supports work with Trustees and other high-level donors who participate in WB and FA activities and events.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Women's Board Management

• Direct Women's Board fundraising activities with a goal of raising $2.5M annually through a combination of the Gala, Women in Science luncheon, Annual Appeal, and special projects.
• Develop strategy and implement plans and materials for all Women's Board meetings and group activities.
• Oversee sponsorship and planning for the annual Gala (fall) and Women in Science Luncheon and Outreach Student Program (spring). Includes solicitations, staffing event chairs, creating remarks/event scripts, reservations, budget and expense management, and donor stewardship—on-site event management of Women's Board volunteers, Museum staff, and vendors.
• Manage all internal Women's Board planning, policies, budgets, and communications.
• Together with the Director of Individual Giving and Auxiliary Groups, evaluate membership, programming, and event models to ensure sustainable growth for Women's Board annual, unrestricted, and restricted giving that meets Museum and donor goals. Create and implement new models where needed.

Field Associates Management

• Develop and implement strategies to ensure the Field Associates reach the $125,000 annual fundraising goal.
• Support long-term relationship development with Field Associates members, which leads to increased giving over time.
• Ensure fundraising success and oversee planning for the annual Soiree at the Gala (fall).
• Evaluate membership, programming, and event models to ensure sustainable growth for annual giving that meets Museum and donor goals. Create and implement new models where needed.
• Ensure a strong structure for the Field Associates leadership model with opportunities for engagement at all levels of membership (general members, committee members, executive committee).

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's or higher degree is required.
• Five years of development or related experience is required.
• Experience staffing high-level donors and leading large events.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required. Must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet short deadlines. Strong administrative and organizational skills and attention to detail are critical.
• Outstanding and diplomatic interpersonal skills are critical to ensure successful interactions with high-level constituents.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are required. Experience with Raiser's Edge is strongly preferred.
• Discretion is required in handling highly confidential financial information.
• Proven ability to work independently and take ownership of assignments and projects.
• Flexibility to work on occasional weekends and evening events is required.

Compensation Range: $65,000 - $69,000

The Field Museum is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, embracing diversity, and fostering mutual respect. We value the unique perspectives each team member brings, which empowers our ability to innovate and overcome challenges.

At the Field Museum, we are dedicated to making our career website and recruitment process accessible to everyone. If you encounter any difficulty when using or accessing our online application, or if you need a reasonable accommodation for completing your application, participating in interviews, or any other part of the selection process, please reach out to us at [email protected].