Jobs in Elmhurst, IL

About the role

The Advancement Operations Manager serves as a key partner to the Vice President for Institutional Advancement, providing high-level administrative, operational, and project management support for the Office of Institutional Advancement. This position oversees daily operations, coordinates projects, manages processes and budgets, and supports advancement-related activities, including fundraising, donor relations, alumni engagement, marketing, events, and advancement services. Serving as a liaison among campus stakeholders, alumni, donors, trustees, and external partners, the Advancement Operations Manager ensures effective communication, efficient operations, and execution of priorities. This role requires strong organizational, analytical, and relationship-management skills, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three to five years of progressively responsible administrative or advancement-related experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior administrators, trustees, donors, alumni, faculty, staff, and external partners.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
• Experience managing budgets and preparing reports.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience working with CRM/database systems such as Raiser’s Edge NXT.
• Experience in donor relations, advancement services, or non-profit administration.