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A&B Studio

Senior Designer/Art Director

Chicago, IL · Remote

$95K - $140K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Art Director Experience level: 7+ years Salary: $95,000 - $140,000 Work structure: Remote Contract ... In this fully remote role, you will be responsible for the conceptual development and artistic ...

A&B Studio

Senior Designer/Art Director

Chicago, IL · Remote

$95K - $140K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Art Director Experience level: 7+ years Salary: $95,000 - $140,000 Work structure: Remote Contract ... In this fully remote role, you will be responsible for the conceptual development and artistic ...

HTSA

Managing Director

Chicago, IL · Remote

$200K - $250K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Role is Fully Remote * Corporate Business Address: Chicago, IL Your Schedule: * Full-Time ... Vendor program development and negotiation * Member/Vendor Leadership & Satisfaction * Innovation ...

TheCoTeam

Managing Director

Chicago, IL · Remote

$200K - $250K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Role is Fully Remote * Corporate Business Address: Chicago, IL Your Schedule: * Full-Time ... Vendor program development and negotiation * Member/Vendor Leadership & Satisfaction * Innovation ...

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How much do remote director development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote director development in Chicago, IL is $85,088.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,700.00 and $100,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote director of development?

A Remote Director of Development is a senior leader responsible for overseeing and guiding an organization's fundraising and development strategies while working from a remote location. This role typically manages donor relations, fundraising campaigns, and grant applications, ensuring the organization meets its financial goals. Remote Directors of Development collaborate closely with executive teams, board members, and development staff, using digital tools and communication platforms to lead their teams and coordinate efforts from a distance. Their work is vital in securing resources to support the organization's mission and programs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote director of development?

To thrive as a Remote Director of Development, you need expertise in fundraising strategy, donor relations, and nonprofit management, usually backed by a relevant degree and significant experience in development roles. Familiarity with CRM systems like Salesforce, fundraising platforms, and data analytics tools is important, as is knowledge of compliance and reporting standards. Outstanding communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills help you inspire teams and engage stakeholders remotely. These competencies are vital for driving sustainable fundraising growth, maintaining donor trust, and leading distributed teams effectively.

How does a remote director of development effectively lead and support a geographically dispersed team?

As a Remote Director of Development, you'll need to leverage digital collaboration tools to maintain clear communication and strong relationships with your team members regardless of their locations. Regular virtual meetings, transparent goal-setting, and fostering a culture of trust are essential for aligning priorities and ensuring everyone feels connected. You'll also need to be proactive in providing feedback and professional development opportunities, helping your team navigate challenges unique to remote work, such as time zone differences and balancing work-life boundaries. Successful remote directors prioritize adaptability and consistent communication to drive results and team cohesion.

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Sr. Manager, Prospect Development - Remote

American Cancer Society

Chicago, IL • Remote

$70K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

American Cancer Society rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

157th of 772 rated non-profit organizations

Job description

At the American Cancer Society, we'reworking to end cancer as we know it, for everyone.Our employees and 1.3 million volunteersare raising the bar every single day. We are a culture comprised of diverse backgrounds and experience, to better serve our communities.
The people who work at the American Cancer Society focus their diverse talents on our lifesaving mission. It is a calling. And the people who answer it are fulfilled.

This is a fully remote position and can be based anywhere within the U.S.
The Senior Prospect Development Manager, is responsible for oversight and production of an evolving body of sophisticated and sensitive individual prospect research as well as the prospect management process to support an assigned regional and/or enterprise philanthropy team. This position directly impacts whether Philanthropy revenue goals are achieved by providing current, curated donor insight to inform frontline fundraisers' solicitation strategies.

ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS:

  • Conducts thorough research on individuals,utilizinginternal constituent information and data from multiple external research resourcetools; evaluates findings and forms recommendations that inform both front-line fundraisers' solicitation andhigh-levelprospect/donor management strategies -55%;

  • Providesstrategy insights,monitorsfundraising strategy for process and managementcomplianceandmaintainsstrong partnerships with prospect development and assigned fundraising teams-10%;

  • Oversees a balanced portfolio across an assigned team, evaluates new prospects as requested by the Director, Prospect Development,and collaborates with the Prospect Operations team to ensure data hygiene for major gift prospects- 10%;

  • Gathers and analyzes data on priority constituents toidentifynew opportunities and align donor interests with ACS programs and mission - 10%;

  • Verifies gift capacity and biographical details andassistsin obtaining updated contact information for high-priority prospects - 10%;

  • Engages in professional development to remain current on best practices - 5%.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum Degree Required:Bachelor's Degree

  • Years of experience:5yearsofexperience inprospectresearch or equivalent field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

  • Demonstratedexpertisein prospect research technologies, data tools, CRM (Salesforce preferred)and interpretation of complexinformationfrom diverse sources (e.g.,IRS forms, SEC filings, real property resources, biographical data, charitable giving databases, news sites).

  • Strong Analytical, organizational, and communication skills, including excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

  • Proven ability to work in a fast-paced,confidentialandhighly sensitiveenvironment, upholding the APRA Advance Prospect Research standards and Code of Ethics.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Minimal.

PHYSICALREQUIREMENTS:

  • No specific physical requirements

The starting rate is $70,000 to $80,000. The final candidate's relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.

ACS provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at: jobs.cancer.org/benefits. We are a proud equal opportunity employer.

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