Development Associate

Job Title : Development Associate (Part- Time; Exempt)

Organization : The Learning Center / House of Connections

Location : Chicago, IL

Schedule : Part-time, 28 hours per week, including some evenings and weekends

Salary : $30,000 annually

Reports to : Executive Director

About Us

The Learning Center / House of Connections is a community-based adult education and literacy organization dedicated to empowering adults through education, skill-building, and personal development. We provide programs in literacy, English language learning, and workforce readiness, fostering lifelong learning and opportunity for all.

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Development Associate to support the organizations fundraising and development efforts. This part-time, salaried role will assist with donor relations, grant support, event coordination, communications, and data tracking. The ideal candidate has 23 years of experience in nonprofit development or a related role and enjoys working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

The Development Associate should possess a passion for and commitment to improving the lives and opportunities of adult learners. This position is ideal for someone who is looking for a long-term position where they can leverage their skills to impact the community and build long-lasting strategic relationships to further TLCs mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Donor Management and Stewardship

Maintain and update donor records in the database, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Conduct research to identify potential grant opportunities.

Assist in planning, promoting, and executing fundraising events, including some evenings and weekends.

Assist in drafting content for newsletters, social media, appeals, and annual reports.

Maintain accurate records of fundraising activities, donor contacts, and contributions.

Work closely with the Executive Director and program staff to support organizational priorities.

Qualifications

Nice-to-have Qualities

Work Conditions

Physical Requirements

Typical Schedule and Work Hours

Compensation and Benefits

How To Apply

Please send a one-page cover letter (describe your development / fundraising experience and interest in adult education or nonprofit work), a resume, and three references to careers@tlcchicago.org with subject line "Development Associate [Your Name]". Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the job is filled but should be submitted by no later than Friday, March 13, 2026 .

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Learning Center / House of Connections provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, height, weight, national origin, citizenship status, work authorization, physical and mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital or civil union status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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