Director of Prospect Development

BridgePoint Associates

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

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in prospect research and development, including supervisory experience.
  • Preferred experience in higher education sector.
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Deep expertise in prospect research best practices and industry trends.
  • Proficient in Blackbaud or similar systems; familiarity with wealth screening tools.
  • Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative team environment.
  • Strong grasp of moves management and donor behavior.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee prospect research and data analysis to guide fundraising efforts.
  • Conduct research to identify and qualify philanthropic giving opportunities.
  • Lead and mentor the Prospect Development team, establishing departmental objectives.
  • Allocate prospects to portfolios while managing their progress effectively.
  • Develop and implement strategies to find new donor prospects.
  • Work collaboratively on approaches for cultivating principal gift prospects.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage.
  • Generous leave policy with 24 vacation days and 12 paid holidays.
  • Retirement savings options including a supplemental account.
  • Flexible spending accounts (HSA, FSA) and Dependent Care FSA available.
  • Tuition waivers for employees and their families for higher education.
  • Discounted courses for employees at other Idaho institutions.
  • Eligible 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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