Manager, Proposals and Reporting (Ronald McDonald House)

Department Overview

Ronald McDonald House® is an independent, nonprofit 501(C)(3) organization that cares for families when they have children who are ill or injured. Through a global network of 250+ independently operated Chapters in 60+ countries and regions, we surround families with the resources, services, and support they need, removing barriers so they can be at the heart of their child’s care and ensure the best possible health outcomes.

Ronald McDonald House strives to be part of the solution to the challenges families face when a child needs healthcare, whether that means staying close to a hospitalized child, affording to remain together while a child undergoes treatment far from home, or accessing basic medical and dental care in underserved communities. Through our resources and community partnerships, we help families gain access to healthcare services and stay together during critical moments in their children’s lives.

We are enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work model, in which Ronald McDonald House Global employees spend part of their week connecting with co-workers in our state-of-the-art McDonald’s headquarters in the booming West Loop of downtown Chicago.

The Philanthropy team leads the execution of Ronald McDonald House’s global fundraising in support of the organization’s bold 2030 ambitions: to double the number of families served worldwide, address the most critical unmet needs of families, advance family‑centered care as the global standard, and sustain system‑wide revenue above $1 billion. The team drives significant philanthropic revenue while simultaneously building the systems, capabilities and culture required to scale fundraising impact across the global system. The Philanthropy team is responsible for generating approximately $30+ million annually in philanthropic funds through a diverse and growing portfolio of revenue streams. These include corporate partnerships, individual and major gifts, planned giving, foundation grants, cause‑related marketing and signature events.

Duties

Role Summary

The Manager, Proposals & Reporting is responsible for creating compelling philanthropy content for use by frontline fundraisers, including the annual case for support, and customized proposals that articulate Ronald McDonald House Global’s brand mission, priorities, and impact to donors and prospects. This role is a key leader in the development of the case for support, working collaboratively with the Director, Philanthropy Operations, Manager, Marketing Partnerships and other cross-functional stakeholders. This role is responsible for owning templates and content for donor reporting, working collaboratively with frontline fundraisers to understand their needs.  This role will ensure consistent, persuasive, and mission-aligned communications that strengthen donor relationships and support fundraising growth.

Responsibilities

Case Development

• Lead the creation of the organization’s case for support working collaboratively with the Manager, Marketing Partnerships and a cross-functional team.
• Develop customized pitch cases, proposals and messaging for specific donors, donor segments, campaigns, and initiatives.
• Help maintain a library of core narratives, facts, and impact stories for use across development materials, working collaboratively with Marketing & Communications.
• Help oversee third-party contractors/consultants to support case development, as resources allow.

Proposal Writing

• Write and edit compelling proposals and concept notes for major gift institutional and individual donors and prospects.
• Collaborate with fundraising teams, program staff, marketing and leadership to gather information and shape donor-centered proposals.
• Ensure proposals are consistent in voice, quality, brand and organizational positioning.

Donor Reporting

• Oversee development of high-quality donor reports that demonstrate impact and accountability.
• Partner with program, finance, and research/data analytics teams to gather data, stories, and outcomes.
• Manage timelines and workflows to ensure reports are delivered on schedule and meet donor requirements.

Collaboration & Support

• Work closely with development colleagues to ensure case materials, proposals, and reports align with fundraising strategies.
• Provide writing and editing support for other major donor-facing materials as needed.
• Contribute to building systems, templates, and processes to streamline case/proposal development and reporting.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Communications, and Finance to ensure accuracy of materials and alignment with Ronald McDonald House Global’s brand, including partnering with Marketing on graphic design needs.

Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills

• Proven ability to translate complex strategic plans and program information into clear, compelling donor-facing content.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with attention to detail.
• Experience collaborating across functions (development, programs, finance, impact/evaluation).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Communications or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in fundraising communications, proposal writing, or donor relations, ideally in a national or global nonprofit.

Compensation

Bonus Eligible:YES

Long - Term Incentive Eligible: YES

Benefits Eligible: YES

Salary Range

The expected salary range for this role is $101,437.00 - $126,797.00 per year.The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience, and other job-related factors.

The position offers health and welfare benefits, including but not limited to comprehensive health insurance, which includes medical, prescription drug, mental health, dental and vision coverage, as well as, life insurance.