Director, Prospect Development

BridgePoint Associates

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

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of direct experience in prospect research and development, including supervisory roles
  • Preferred background in higher education sector
  • Bachelor's degree required for all applicants
  • Strong expertise in prospect research techniques and industry best practices
  • Familiarity with Blackbaud software and tools for wealth screening and prospect development
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment
  • Knowledge of moves management strategies and donor behavior patterns

Responsibilities

  • Manage all aspects of prospect research and data analysis to guide fundraising efforts
  • Research and assess potential donors for alignment with philanthropic priorities
  • Supervise and mentor the Prospect Development team, setting departmental goals
  • Allocate and oversee prospect portfolios, ensuring effective management and follow-up
  • Develop and implement strategies to identify new donor prospects
  • Collaborate on initiatives to cultivate relationships with major gift prospects

Benefits

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • 24 days of vacation and 12 paid holidays, plus additional sick leave
  • Access to a Retirement Plan and Supplemental Retirement Accounts
  • Flexible spending accounts including HSA and Dependent Care FSA
  • Tuition and Fee Waivers available for employees and their families
  • Reduced fee access for courses at other Idaho institutions
  • Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
Full Job Description
Director, Prospect DevelopmentUniversity FoundationWestern US - Relocation Assistance AvailableSalary Range: $80,000 to $101,000 per year, based on experience

Terrific new Director of Prospect Development position. 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


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