Job Description:

Openlands is seeking a creative, hard-working, and energetic fundraising professional to fulfill the contract position of Development Associate. A commitment to conservation, an understanding of our programs, and a strong professional fundraising background are essential.

The Development Associate will work 60 hours per month (approximately 15 hours per week) with a retainer fee through 12/31/10 (may be renewable). Work will be conducted at our offices in downtown Chicago. The Development Associate will assist with:
* Grant research and writing
* Special event planning; our 2010 events, including a wine talk at Bin 36, a music concert at the Spertus Institute in the fall, a tour of Chicago’s City Hall rooftop gardens, a family event at one of our community gardens; and numerous events at our signature project, the Openlands Lakeshore Preserve.

To Apply:
Interested applicants should send a cover letter including why your skills and passion would complement Openlands’ mission, your resume, and one writing sample (a solicitation letter or grant proposal you’ve written) Openlands Director of Development Jennifer Mullman via e-mail. No calls, please. Your application will only be considered if it meets all of these application requirements. Thank you!

Openlands is an equal opportunity employer.