Fundraising Specialist

Job Title: Fundraising Specialist

Location (city, state): Hybrid – Schaumburg

Industry: Nonprofit / Association

Pay: $35–50/hr depending on experience

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with a mission-driven nonprofit association seeking interim support within their development team during a temporary leadership gap. This organization offers a collaborative and supportive environment focused on advancing meaningful initiatives.

Job Description:

The Interim Fundraising Specialist will provide hands-on support to keep development initiatives, donor engagement efforts, and events progressing smoothly. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys project coordination, communications, and nonprofit fundraising operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with daily development and fundraising operations
• Support annual giving and campaign-related communications
• Coordinate donor stewardship and engagement activities
• Provide administrative support for grant and scholarship programs
• Assist with planning and logistics for fundraising events and conferences
• Maintain donor records, reports, and materials within CRM and shared systems
• Collaborate with leadership, board members, and cross-functional teams

Qualifications:

• 3–6+ years of nonprofit fundraising, development, or advancement experience
• Experience working in nonprofit, association, education, or foundation settings
• Familiarity with donor databases/CRM platforms and Microsoft Office tools
• Strong communication, organization, and project coordination skills
• Ability to step into a fast-paced environment and work independently

Perks:

• Mission-focused and collaborative workplace culture
• Opportunity to support meaningful campaigns, events, and grant initiatives
• Hybrid work environment with a supportive leadership team