Director of Prospect Development

BridgePoint Associates

$80K — $101K *
Boise, ID 83709In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in prospect research and development, including supervision.
  • Preferred background in higher education fundraising.
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Expert knowledge of prospect research and development best practices.
  • Familiarity with Blackbaud or similar software, including tools for wealth screening.
  • Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic team environment.
  • Understanding of moves management and donor behavior.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee prospect research, development, and data analysis for fundraising initiatives.
  • Conduct in-depth research to identify and qualify philanthropic prospects.
  • Lead and mentor the Prospect Development team, setting departmental goals.
  • Manage assignment of prospects to portfolios and oversee moves management.
  • Develop strategies to uncover new donor prospects.
  • Collaborate on cultivation strategies for high-value principal donors.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Generous vacation (24 days) and holiday pay (12 paid holidays), plus sick leave.
  • Retirement and supplemental retirement account options available.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA offered.
  • Tuition waivers for employees and their families for continued education.
  • Reduced course fees for classes at other Idaho educational institutions.
  • Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Full Job Description
Director of Prospect DevelopmentUniversity FoundationWestern USSalary Range: $80,000 to $101,000 per year, based on experience

Terrific new Director of Prospect Development. The Director will be responsible for the foundation's prospect research, management, and development. The role will work to develop and implement effective strategies to identify and qualify prospects for philanthropic funding priorities. Excellent benefits currently include:

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • 24 days of vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional sick leave
  • Retirement Plan and Supplemental Retirement Account options
  • HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care FSA
  • Tuition and Fee Waivers for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents of the employee
  • Employees can take courses at other Idaho institutions for reduced fees
  • Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program


Responsibilities:
  • Manage prospect research, prospect development, and data analysis to inform fundraising strategies and foundation leadership
  • Research and analyze prospects to identify and qualify for philanthropic giving opportunities
  • Provide supervision and mentorship to the Prospect Development team and develop departmental objectives
  • Assign prospects to portfolios and ensure moves management of prospects through portfolios
  • Implement effective strategies to identify new donor prospects
  • Collaborate on strategy for cultivation of principal gift level prospects


Qualifications:
  • Approximately 5+ years of relevant prospect research and development experience including time in a supervisory role
  • Higher education experience preferred
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Expert in the field of prospect research and development, strong understanding of best practices and industry trends
  • Experience with Blackbaud or similar; experience with wealth screening, prospect development, and other tools
  • Ability to work with a fast-paced and innovative team
  • Understanding of moves management and donor behavior


Equal opportunity employer.

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