Overview
Development Operations Associate Jobs in Chicago, IL at Ignite Org
Development Operations Associate
Full-Time/Exempt
Salary: $50,000/yr
Ignite stands with youth on their journey to a home and a future with promise. We are a leading non-profit, human services organization dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty for youth. While Ignite has a long-standing history that dates back to 1976, we continue to innovate. Today, we have more than 63 full-time and part-time staff as well as over 100 volunteers who contribute to our mission – operating with a $5M+ annual budget, poised for growth. We are looking for a forward-thinking, values-driven leader dedicated to growing our mission by advancing philanthropic and external relations objectives.
Through housing, education, employment, career planning, financial empowerment, mental health support, and community connection, we help more than 350 youth per year get on the path to reaching their full potential. Following their time with Ignite, many of our youth achieve financial stability and move into their own long-term home. Ignite intends to be the last program our youth will ever need, but the family and place they can always call home.
At Ignite, we envision a world where all young people have the support they need to be defined by their potential, not their circumstances.
Summary
This role will work cross-functionally with the Philanthropy, Operations, and IT teams to ensure that all donor data, fundraising efforts, and operational workflows are streamlined, efficient, and aligned with Ignite?s mission. This role is responsible for data integrity and reporting, record keeping, and project management.
Data Management and Analysis
Lead the maintenance and improvement of the donor database and integrity of data as team transitions from Blackbaud?s eTapestry to Salesforce.
Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and security within all databases and donor systems, including OneCause, Salesforce, Microsoft, and other systems.
Develop and maintain donor segmentation strategies to improve targeting and personalization in outreach efforts.
Fundraising Operations
Manage the gift processing workflow, including coding, acknowledgment letters, and reporting.
Collaborate with the fundraising team to optimize and automate operational processes, from donor acquisition to stewardship.
Oversee the tracking and reporting of fundraising progress, ensuring alignment with budget goals and timelines, especially as it relates to institutional funders. Maintain and update grants calendar and dashboards.
Support event planning and execution by serving as liaison and project manager for Ignite?s annual gala.
Serve as liaison between Operations and Program team to complete orders for printing and apparel orders.
Reporting and Strategy
Produce regular reports, including donor retention, engagement, and fundraising performance.
Work with the leadership team to develop strategies based on data insights, supporting donor growth, retention, and overall fundraising goals.
Title: Development Operations Associate
Company: Ignite Org
Location: Chicago, IL
