Executive Director for Prospect Development and Advancement Intelligence

🇺🇸 Buffalo, New York 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $110K - $120K 💻 Development & Advancement 🗓️ October 27th, 2026

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Edtech.com's Summary

University at Buffalo is hiring an Executive Director for Prospect Development and Advancement Intelligence. The role involves leading a cross-functional team to turn data into actionable strategies that enhance philanthropy, manage prospect research and portfolio strategy, and drive advancement analytics and fundraising performance.

Highlights

Lead prospect research, prospect management, portfolio strategy, analytics, pipeline development, and constituent records functions.
Develop university-wide prospect and portfolio strategies including prospect identification, qualification, and moves management.
Collaborate with advancement leaders and frontline fundraisers to set goals and optimize fundraising portfolios.
Utilize advanced analytics, predictive modeling, AI tools, dashboards, and business intelligence software.
Ensure data quality, governance, confidentiality, and ethical standards across advancement data.
Translate complex fundraising data into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership.
Required knowledge of Salesforce, Tableau, Power BI, CRM analytics, and emerging technology in philanthropy.
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 7 years progressive experience in prospect development, advancement analytics, or related fields, including supervisory roles.
Salary range: $110,000 - $120,000 annually.
Supports a mission-driven team advancing fundraising at the University at Buffalo's Division of University Advancement.