Director, Prospect Strategy & Analytics

Eastern Michigan University Foundation; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Michigan University Foundation seeks a Director of Prospect Development to lead prospect research, portfolio and pipeline management, and advancement analytics. You will partner with Advancement leadership, frontline fundraisers, and the President to identify high-capacity prospects and optimize donor portfolios.

Responsibilities include developing strategy, maintaining data integrity in the CRM, performing confidential due diligence, and providing actionable insights to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• 3–5+ years in prospect research, management, or analytics.
• Strong analytical, research, and communication abilities.
• Ability to translate complex data into strategy and insights.
• Ability to handle confidential information with judgment.

Responsibilities

• Lead prospect research and strategy aligned with university priorities.
• Oversee portfolio and pipeline management with data-driven insights.
• Collaborate with leadership and frontline fundraisers to drive donor engagement.
• Ensure data integrity and reporting within the CRM; maintain ethical standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Data interpretation

Confidentiality

Diversity collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

iWave

Windfall

Blackbaud Raiser's Edge

Job description

Eastern Michigan University Foundation seeks a Director of Prospect Development to lead prospect research, portfolio and pipeline management, and advancement analytics. You will partner with Advancement leadership, frontline fundraisers, and the President to identify high-capacity prospects and optimize donor portfolios.

Responsibilities include developing strategy, maintaining data integrity in the CRM, performing confidential due diligence, and providing actionable insights to leadership.