Chicago, IL

Senior Director of Development, Equiticity

The Organization

ABOUT EQUITICITY

Become a part of The Equiticity Racial Equity Movement. 

Equiticity is a racial equity movement operationalizing racial equity by harnessing our collective power through research, advocacy, programs, Community Mobility Rituals, and social enterprises to improve the lives of Black, Brown, and Indigenous people in our society.

Equiticity is more than an organization, we are a movement working to wholesale transform our society and create liveable neighborhoods and cities for racially marginalized communities. We are delivering both innovative programming and transformative policies at the local, regional, and national levels to achieve our vision and realize our mission.

Equiticity is a place to explore inherent potential, crush perceived boundaries, and achieve what others consider impossible. Our movement is looking for people who are ready to grow, think, collaborate, dream, create, and lead. Our culture thrives by embracing creativity, innovation, and imagination. Our team seeks leaders, visionaries, and boundary pushers. At Equiticity, we value each person bringing their authentic self and their sharpened skills, along with their passion for challenging the status quo in our society.

Position Overview

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Equiticity is looking for a dynamic, dedicated, and visionary individual to serve as the Senior Director of Development. This newly-created position will be responsible for envisioning, developing, executing, managing, and evaluating a comprehensive fundraising and development strategy for the organization. With six full-time staff and several consultants added within the last year, Equiticity’s growth rate has been extraordinary. As we further coalesce and expand our networks, we are poised to make our vision a reality. The Senior Director of Development will work collaboratively with the President & CEO and selected staff to cultivate communication and interaction with major donors and institutional supporters. Reporting to the President & CEO and being part of the collaborative Senior Leadership Team at Equiticity, this position will initially have support from one direct report, as well as a Fundraising Council (external, industry-based volunteers) to leverage to meet development goals.  Additional support will be provided by contract grant writers.

How To Apply

Equiticity has retained Morten Group, LLC, to conduct this search. Applicants should complete the form available at bit.ly/EQ-SDD, including the submission of a cover letter and resume in PDF format by the best consideration date of Friday, May 5, 2023. Cover letters will be evaluated as a writing sample.

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