Writer (Part time)

Hourly Pay Range $31.06 - $46.59 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

This role translates complex clinical priorities into sophisticated donor investment opportunities for major and principal gift proposals and philanthropic cases for support, while also crafting customized, compelling narratives that inspire and grow Endeavor Health’s base of annual and mid-level donors for each of its five hospital foundations. They serve as a bridge between clinical leadership and the donor, ensuring that every proposal and impact report is not only technically accurate but emotionally and philanthropically persuasive.

The ideal candidate is an outstanding writer and editor who understands philanthropy and donor motivations as well as a proactive and collaborative partner who independently manages writing projects from conception to completion. The ideal candidate combines high-level editorial skill with the ability to develop and execute project plans, manage deadlines, and build strong internal partnerships in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (40 hours)

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Required Travel: travel to other Endeavor Health locations may be required

What you will do Gift Proposal and Case Development: Lead the end-to-end project management and creation of major gift and principal gift proposals and cases for support. This includes developing project plans, interviewing physicians and executive leaders, synthesizing complex medical or operational data, and crafting a visionary 'pitch' that aligns with donor motivations, collaborating closely with the system’s fundraisers across Endeavor’s five foundations

Annual and Mid-Level Giving Communications: Lead the project management, writing, and creation of multi-channel annual giving appeals and mid-level proposals, often in collaboration with outside vendors. Develop and execute a comprehensive communications plan to acquire, retain, and upgrade donors across Endeavor Health's five foundations.

In partnership with the Philanthropy Communications team and with Donor Relations and the frontline fundraisers, translate the success of funded proposals into high-level impact reports. Visual Communications and Design: Manage the visual production of proposals and other communications materials. Independently create and adapt designs using tools like Canva and approved corporate templates to produce visually compelling and brand-aligned collateral in collaboration with the Philanthropy Communications team.

Clinical Liaison and Governance: Navigate the internal approval process, working with the CDO and AVP of Philanthropy Operations to shepherd proposals through the Gift Policy Committee. Knowledge Management and Brand Standards: Maintain a central repository of approved boilerplate language for clinical programs and system facts. Ensure all high-level collateral meets Endeavor Health’s editorial and brand standards of the organization.

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or related field preferred.

Knowledge of AP Style and experience working within corporate brand guidelines

Demonstrated ability to meet required project deadlines while concurrently managing multiple projects

Experience in writing and managing multi-channel direct marketing or annual giving appeals (e.g., Must be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and proactively address challenges in a fast-paced, emerging and dynamic environment with ongoing deadlines.

Proficiency with MS Office and proactively working with Salesforce or similar CRM is strongly preferred.

Tech-savvy and avid learner with a keen interest in fundraising, nonprofit trends, data, and a strategic openness to use AI to develop communications content for efficiency and consistency.

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately and with discretion.

Excels in project management: multi-tasking, goal setting, accountability, attention to detail and workload prioritization including experience managing relationships with outside vendors.

Experience with project management tools and techniques is required.

Benefits (For full time or part time positions) Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence.

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