Senior Prospect Development & Special Projects Officer

Bethesda Foundation; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 67,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Senior Prospect Development & Special Projects Officer to lead donor prospect development efforts. This pivotal role requires 4-5 years of development experience and a passion for prospect research. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills and be able to work both independently and collaboratively. The position includes responsibilities for maintaining an active prospect portfolio and providing program support where needed. Salary range is $67,000 to $93,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required.
• 4-5 years of development experience required.
• Must demonstrate strong prospect research skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Foundation prospect development efforts.
• Research and qualify potential donors.
• Maintain an active portfolio of prospects.

Skills

Prospect research

Donor cultivation

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Senior Prospect Development & Special Projects Officer

The Bethesda Foundation is seeking qualified candidates for a Prospect Development & Special Projects Officer. This position reports to the Vice President of Foundation Operations and provides leadership to Foundation prospect research, development and cultivation strategies. This position will also provide limited program support to internal partner organizations as needed. The ideal candidate has 4-5 years development experience and has identified research and prospect identification as a passion.

The Bethesda Foundation connects people with their desire to improve the quality of life for patients and families by giving our caregivers the resources they need to provide best in class care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to Foundation prospect development work, including building new donor pipeline strategies.
• Research and qualify potential mid-level, major gift and planned gift prospects.
• Work with Foundation team to identify prospects to feed to portfolios.
• Always maintain an active portfolio of prospects.
• Provide program support to internal partner organizations, as needed.

The ideal candidate

• Has a minimum of a bachelor’s degree.
• 4-5 years development experience, with a passion for research and prospect identification.
• Prior experience working with an active portfolio of prospective donors.
• Must be self-motivated and have experience working both independently and within a highly collaborative team environment.
• Will possess strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates prospect research and donor cultivation skills.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm and professionalism in their desire to excel in a not-for-profit environment.

Salary Range: $67,000-$93,000/year.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Other

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