Marketing Manager; Entry​/Mid-Level; Hybrid

Advancement and Marketing Manager (Entry/Mid-Level)

Canal Shores is a unique, well-respected, not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization with the mission to enrich the lives of adults and children by providing recreational opportunities and environmental stewardship. Canal Shores accomplishes this mission through four main pillars:
Golf, Youth Development, Community Engagement, and Ecology. Headquartered in Evanston, IL, Canal Shores is a multi-use property with golf as the centerpiece. "The Evans at Canal Shores" is located both in Evanston, IL (11 holes and a golf training campus) and Wilmette, IL (8 holes) on Chicago's North Shore. It is on this golf course that Canal Shores provides youth golf and development opportunities as well as open community gathering space for various activities.

In addition, Canal Shores invites the public to enjoy its bird sanctuary, 3-plus miles of walking paths carved out next to the "Canal," and the ecological wonders that surround the property.

Vision/Mission:
Where all are welcome to discover a fun and accessible place to play, explore and learn. To become the standard for excellence in golf-centric urban habitats.

Position

Description:

Responsible for Donor Database, Gift Administration & Event activities supporting advancement goals of the organization. The position plays an essential role supporting the processing of donations received for Canal Shores. Communication to constituents via periodic newsletters and an annual Donor Impact Report. Additionally, this role will work and lead efforts for data integrity within the Little Green Light (LGL) database.

Reports To
:
Executive Director
Location
:
The Evans at Canal Shores
- Evanston, IL
- Hybrid Office/Home
Compensation
: $60,000 - $70,000/Year

Benefits Include:

• Base compensation (commensurate with experience)
• Vacation & Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Flexible hybrid schedule - home versus office
• Walking distance to CTA and Metra train stations

• Review & enter gift data into LGL database with donor information, Owl Club membership, gift type, etc.
• Review records in LGL to ensure accurate entry of constituent and gift data following internal guidelines
• Administer major initiatives including the Match Program/Owl Club (OC), Fundraising Events, other major community awareness events
• Work with Advancement Team to prepare and email/mail solicitation letters
• Manage LGL queries and exports to ensure data accuracy and consistency
• Assist in clean-up efforts and suggest improvements for data tracking methods

Event Design & Management

• Create event website information, keep track of registration & sponsor ships, oversee auction and raffle aspects of events
• Provide support to achieve net $ goals for fundraising events including reports of revenue & expenses
• Responsible for logistics of each event from beginning to end, complete post-event reports & wrap-up

Communication & Marketing

• Provide consistent communication with constituents through newsletters and a Donor Impact report
• Strengthen organizations public profile with community partners
• Coordinate public relations opportunities
• Website refresh/ongoing management

• Three to five years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Databases including queries, exports and data entry required; familiarity with LGL preferred.
• Strong computer proficiency and familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to use AI tools to efficiently complete responsibilities.
• Previous experience with data entry; managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and project management skills.
• Customer-service oriented, can navigate difficult customer/donor situations; responds promptly.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and problem solve.
• Interpersonal skills include leadership and collaboration.