The Center for Community Arts Partnerships at Columbia College Chicago seeks Development Manager

Position Description: The Center for Community Arts Partnerships (CCAP) was founded to enable Columbia College Chicago (CCC) to more fully realize the College’s commitment to make itself a vital part of its community and to better prepare students to “author the culture of our time”. CCAP is charged with creating an infrastructure through which the College’s faculty, students and administration can develop meaningful relationships with community residents. The Center for Community Arts Partnerships Development Manager reports directly to the CCAP Executive Director. 

Position Summary: The Development Manager oversees and implements fundraising on behalf of CCAP. The Development Manager works closely with the Office of Institutional Advancement to ensure coordination of prospect management and open communication regarding solicitation and stewardship activities. In collaboration with other CCAP and CCC staff, the Development Manager prepares and submits grant proposals and reports. The Development Manager takes a lead role in identifying new prospects for CCAP programs, and is responsible for maintaining and increasing the current budget of approximately $3.2 million. S/he must create an effective and multi-faceted development program and provide excellent donor recognition and stewardship. S/he works closely with the Executive Director of CCAP to insure fundraising objectives are mission-driven, clear, attainable, and periodically evaluated.