Associate Director for Prospect Management

🇺🇸 Normal, IL 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $77K 💻 Development & Advancement 🗓️ April 17th, 2026

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Illinois State University is hiring an Associate Director for Prospect Management. This role involves developing strategies for prospect research, managing fundraising campaigns, and collaborating with development leadership to optimize donor portfolios and advance the university's capital campaign. The position oversees prospect data analysis, ensures best practices in prospect management, and utilizes technology for effective fundraising efforts.

Highlights

Manage prospect research, campaigns, and fundraising strategies to support major and transformational gifts.
Collaborate with development team leadership to direct portfolio management using data analysis.
Develop and communicate best practices in prospect management and oversee student staff.
Utilize donor databases and research tools to optimize fundraising resources.
Requires a Bachelor's degree and seven years of relevant professional experience.
Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree and experience with advancement databases and higher education fundraising.
Position falls under the University Advancement division, specifically within Advancement & Foundation Operations.
Salary is $77,000 annually.
Work hours are core 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.
Responsible for supporting Illinois State University’s capital campaign and philanthropic efforts.