Head of Strategy and Analysis

Job Details Location: Greater Chicago Food Depository - Chicago, IL 60632
Position Type: Full Time
Shift: Day
Position Summary The Director of Strategic Giving provides strategic leadership and day‑to‑day management of the Strategic Giving program, with a focus on donor engagement, portfolio strategy, data‑informed decision‑making, and team leadership. This role brings firsthand experience managing significant donor relationships while partnering closely with the Senior Director of Individual Giving to translate data and insights into clear plans, priorities, and results.Data Analysis, Insights & Executive Reporting Develop, analyze, and interpret fundraising data to surface insights and trends across pipelines, portfolios, donors, and campaigns.
Translate data related to budgets, forecasting, and pipelines into concise, actionable insights that support planning and decision‑making.
Work closely with the Senior Director of Individual Giving to create clear narratives that accompany data for executive audiences.
Prepare high‑quality reports and presentations for the Senior Director of Individual Giving and Chief Philanthropy Officer.
Ensure data is used to shape plans rather than simply being reported.
Provide coaching, accountability, and strategic guidance to support strong performance and donor‑centered practice.
Think broadly and critically about donor engagement, portfolio strategy, and performance.
Data‑informed decision‑making
Strong background in fundraising data analysis, forecasting, and pipeline management.
Experience creating executive‑level reporting and translating data into strategic insights.
Enthusiastic contributor to the Individual Giving team and the broader Food Depository community.
Understanding and commitment to embrace equity, diversity and inclusion in fundraising practices.
Adaptable and flexible in fast‑paced environment, able to multi‑task and handle several priorities simultaneously.
Demonstrated initiative and willingness to take on new projects.
Proficiency in MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Development database experience.
Interacts with GCFD staff, Board Members, financial donors, volunteers and public. Local travel depending on events; evening and weekend hours are required.
Benefits Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Employer‑paid life and disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program
403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
On‑site gym
$250 employee referral bonus

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