Investor Relations Director jobs in Rockford, IL

Investor Relations Director directs and oversees an organization's investor relations function. Communicates with shareholders and/or the general financial community to develop and maintain positive relationships. Being an Investor Relations Director implements strategies to ensure the organization's relationships with shareholders reflect positively on the company's stock price. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Investor Relations Director typically reports to top management. The Investor Relations Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be an Investor Relations Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Senior Director/Director of Donor Relations (33856)
  • Northern Illinois University
  • De Kalb, IL FULL_TIME
  • Position Information

    Working Position Title
    Senior Director/Director of Donor Relations (33856)
    Classification
    Director
    Position Number
    00033856
    Open Date
    03/20/2024
    Close Date

    Priority Review Date
    04/19/2024
    Employee Class
    Staff
    Full-Time/Part Time
    Full-Time
    FTE
    1.00
    Position Status
    Regular
    FLSA
    Exempt
    Job code
    1330SPS03
    Union Representation
    Non-Union
    Union Code
    N/A
    Unit/Department
    Development Operations
    College/Unit
    Development Operations
    Division
    University Advancement
    Location
    SP 220
    Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page
    https://foundation.myniu.com/
    Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

    Overview
    The Division of University Advancement (UA) exists to energize and rally the private sector to partner with the NIU community, harnessing crucial resources for our collective future. Our mission is all about empowering these connections to drive NIU's growth and innovation. Our focus includes amplifying our students' influence locally, nationally, and globally, fostering a world where their ideas and actions make a real difference. Northern Illinois University is in the Leadership Phase of a Comprehensive Campaign focused on student success, faculty excellence and elevating the innovative, entrepreneurial, and creative ecosystem of the institution.

    Position Summary
    The Director of Donor Relations is responsible for the design, development, implementation and administration of a high performing, comprehensive campus-wide donor relations program, in collaboration with the Senior Director of Strategic Communications/Marketing and Senior Leadership. The position will focus on executing a comprehensive Donor Relations program designed to drive fundraising growth, ensuring every donor is appropriately thanked, aware of their impact, and inspired to give more. The Director serves as a key leader in the strategic communication elements of the Campaign in support of messaging, storytelling, stewardship, and partnership with the campus community.

    As an integral part of the Division of Advancement, the Director of Donor Relations works to foster lasting relationships between the University and its benefactors, promoting positive attitudes toward giving among current and prospective major and planned gift donors.

    Some travel is required and a professional commitment to a variable schedule is required.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities
    Strategic Planning & Execution
    • Design, implement and direct a comprehensive integrated donor-centric stewardship plan to build donor trust and fulfillment through strategic and meaningful contact, experiences, and outstanding donor service.
    • Develop, implement, and manage institution-wide stewardship plan that includes continuous outreach to faculty and staff to ensure funds utilization compliance with donor intent; creating a centralized information hub to assist with crafting, deployment and tracking of donor acknowledgments; and customize donor events based on established cultivation and stewardship plans.
    • Work closely and collaboratively with the Gift Planning team to develop and implement an annual engagement plan for major and annual fund donors.
    • Manage all inventory of naming opportunities related to new and existing facilities, including oversight and project management related to the execution of donor communications and the installation of physical elements of donor recognition.
    • Develop and coordinate the timely delivery of comprehensive and engaging stewardship reports to donors, ensuring accurate reflection of the impact of their contributions. This includes gathering data, crafting personalized narratives, overseeing the production of supporting multimedia elements, in partnership with UA Communications Team, and maintaining ongoing communication to foster strong, trusting donor relationships.
    • Create a quantitative and qualitative measurement system to evaluate the effectiveness and success of all stewardship and recognition programs utilizing the data to improve standards and further the success of fundraising goals.
    • Conducts routine analyses of applicable inter/intra departmental processes, policies, and related materials through the deployment of donor surveys and/or focus groups to understand and improve the donor experience, increase retention, and increased giving.
    • Develops annual departmental goals, objectives, key performance metrics and associated budget which support the advancement of the Division's mission.
    • Maintains working knowledge of industry best practices and standards to promote departmental longevity and divisional efficacy.

    Donor Stewardship & Communication
    • The Director must create and maintain a positive and professional relationship between the university and its donors, alumni, and constituents; collaborate with various UA units to determine effective donor stewardship strategies; and elevate the overall philanthropic experience to support donor cultivation at NIU.
    • Serves as subject matter expert on donor guideline agreement process and implementation, in collaboration with the Gift Planning team, provides collaboration and training to division and university collaborators.
    • Utilizes qualitative and quantitative inputs from a wide range of leaders across campus to inform and develop highly customized stewardship plans for lead and major gift donors, lifetime and deferred/bequest giving societies, and annual fund donors. Collaborate with UA Communications/Marketing and identify areas of integrated marketing opportunities to tell donor impact stories and emotionally connect donors to NIU.
    • Serves as primary stewardship portfolio manager for major donors assigned to Executive- and Senior-level gift officers. Facilitate and execute stewardship efforts for annual fund donors, lifetime donors and donors of deferred/bequest gifts.
    • Manages and maintains regular stewardship interactions and communications to demonstrate donor impact, foster meaningful relationships and cultivate donors to their highest level of philanthropy.
    • Leads the development and execution of strategic recognition and stewardship events, and programs for key donors and giving societies, in collaboration with UA Events Team and other necessary departments.
    • May serve on scholarship review committee, as needed.

    Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service)
    N/A

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) (Civil Service)
    N/A

    Specialty Factors (Civil Service)
    N/A

    Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service)
    N/A

    Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS)
    • Bachelor's degree.
    • Three (3) or more years of Donor Relations in a nonprofit or university advancement environment.
    • Three (3) or more years of experience managing teams.
    • Proficient with Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, SharePoint, Teams, etc.

    Additional Requirements (SPS)
    N/A

    Preferred Qualifications (SPS)
    • Two (2) or more years of experience interacting with donors in live, virtual, and phone settings.
    • Familiar with digital stewardship and engagement platforms such as ThankView, MailChimp, etc.
    • Proficient with constituent resource management tools such as Salesforce, Raiser's Edge, etc.
    • Experience working in a higher education environment.
    • Experience working as part of a comprehensive campaign effort.
    • Membership and/or previous involvement with professional development organizations such as Association of Donor Relations Professionals, Donor Relations Guru, etc.

    Physical demands/requirements
    • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
    • There is a high level of keyboarding and virtual meeting use.
    • The employee may be required to walk; use fingers and hands to feel, grasp, operate or handle objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
    • Must be able to lift and carry 20 lbs. regularly.
    • Some travel is required and a professional commitment to a variable schedule is required.
    Appointment and Compensation Details

    Anticipated Appointment Start Date
    May 15, 2024
    Anticipated Appointment End Date

    Percent of Staff Year
    1.00
    Standard Hours Per Week
    37.50
    Working Hours
    University office hours are 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, donor work may also be professionally conducted at times and places consistent with donor availability. This may include nights, weekends, and trips outside the University's primary locations (DeKalb, Napervi
    Salary
    Starting at $85,000/annually, commensurate with experience.
    Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range
    Starting at $3,541.67/semi-monthly
    Earn Type
    Salary
    Application Procedure

    Application Procedure
    For full consideration, please visit https://employment.niu.edu/postings/76867 to submit the following materials by April 19, 2024:

    Required Documents:
    • Cover Letter - Please include your interest in employment with the NIU Foundation and how your previous experiences positions you for success in the role for which you are applying.
    • Current Resume
    • List of Three Professional References

    Applications submitted after April 19, 2024 are welcomed, but will be considered as needed.

    Special Instructions

    Quick Link to Applicant
    https://employment.niu.edu/postings/76867
    Is Background Check Required?
    Yes
    EEO Statement Summary
    In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

    The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:


    Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
    Health Services Building Room 230
    TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
    815-753-5560

    Visa Policy

    In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.


    ADA Accommodation
    NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person's disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form. For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (AAEO) at ada@niu.edu.

    Safety Information
    NIU provides annual reports on campus security and fire safety.
    Read the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.
    Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-9364 for a hard copy.
    Applicant Documents
    Required Documents
    1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
    2. Cover Letter
    3. List of References
    Optional Documents
    1. Military Discharge Documents ONLY (DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256)
    2. Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)
    3. Other
    Supplemental Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

     

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Member Relations Manager
  • FIRST COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION
  • Janesville, WI FULL_TIME
  • Description:GENERAL SUMMARYPrimary Responsibilities:Model a high energy, world-class service and sales culture within the branch and credit union.Coach, develop and mentor front line staff.Uphold a st...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Spring Community Relations Intern
  • Beloit Sky Carp (minor league baseball)
  • Beloit, WI INTERN
  • DescriptionDescriptionAn intern with the Beloit Sky Carp will learn in an organization and environment that is recognized as one of the best in minor league baseball. The Beloit Sky Carp’s goal is to ...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Guest Relations Associate - Aquatics
  • ROCKFORD PARK DISTRICT
  • Rockford, IL FULL_TIME
  • Title Guest Relations Associate Department Aquatics Status Seasonal Work Location Alpine Pool, Harkins Pool, Sand Park Pool (may be required to work at all multiple locations) Reports To Guest Relatio...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Guest Relations Associate - Aquatics
  • the Rockford Park District
  • Rockford, IL FULL_TIME
  • TitleGuest Relations AssociateDepartmentAquaticsStatusSeasonalWork LocationAlpine Pool, Harkins Pool, Sand Park Pool (may be required to work at all multiple locations)Reports ToGuest Relations Superv...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Public Relations Specialist
  • Waldom Electronics
  • Rockford, IL FULL_TIME
  • To be a family that uses our collective superpowers to do significant good. An organization that transcends boundaries, where ideas become reality. Our entrepreneurial spirit fosters collaboration, em...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Financial Planning and Analysis Manager
  • The Judge Group
  • Rockford, IL
  • Our client is currently seeking a Financial Planning and Analysis Manager in Southern Wisconsin near Janesville/Beloit f...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Mortgage Originator Market Leader
  • YourWayHome.com LLC
  • Janesville, WI
  • (In-House lender to 11,000 real estate agents, plus guaranteed leads) We are hiring an experienced mortgage originator t...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Insurance Agent
  • New York Life - Chicago
  • Crystal Lake, IL
  • Our mission is to provide financial security and peace of mind through our insurance, annuity, and investment solutions....
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Insurance Agent
  • New York Life - Chicago
  • Crystal Lake, IL
  • Our mission is to provide financial security and peace of mind through our insurance, annuity, and investment solutions....
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Director, Investor Relations
  • Bioage Labs
  • Job Type Full-time Description Senior Director / Head of Investor Relations BioAge is a clinical-stage biotechnology com...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Trust Portfolio Advisor
  • UNION Savings BANK IL
  • Freeport, IL
  • Job Description Job Description SUMMARY: The Trust Portfolio Advisor is primary business development representative for ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Director, Investor Relations
  • Bioage Labs
  • Job Type Full-time Description Senior Director / Head of Investor Relations BioAge is a clinical-stage biotechnology com...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Trust Portfolio Advisor
  • UNION Savings BANK IL
  • Freeport, IL
  • Job Description Job Description SUMMARY: The Trust Portfolio Advisor is primary business development representative for ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Rockford is a city in Winnebago County in the U.S. state of Illinois, in far northern Illinois. Located on the banks of the Rock River, Rockford is the county seat of Winnebago County (a small portion of the city is located in Ogle County). The largest city in Illinois outside of the Chicago metropolitan area, Rockford is the third-largest city in the state and the 171st most populous in the United States According to 2010 U.S. Census Data, the City of Rockford had a population of 152,871, with an outlying metropolitan area population of 348,360. The City of Rockford's population is 147,051...
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