Job Description

Are you a high-performer who wants to contribute to a mission-driven and values-based organization? If you are motivated by doing impactful work and making a difference in people’s lives, then the Indiana University Foundation (IUF) is the place for you. At the IUF, we believe in making the dream of higher education attainable, providing support for life-changing research, and preparing the next generation of leaders. 

As a trailblazer among our peers, we provide fundraising leadership and endowment stewardship to support needs and initiatives across all of Indiana University’s campuses. As part of our team, you will help make IU donor’s dreams last forever.

At the IUF we work hard, celebrate achievements, and foster an environment where everyone’s contributions matter. We are nimble and innovative, and we want you to bring your ideas and energy to join forces with some of the best talent in our industry.

In addition to being part of a meaningful mission as an IUF employee, you’ll find there are many ways to connect and collaborate. Our diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives ensure that our colleagues are celebrated for who they are and have a voice. Our FUNdation (see what we did there?) committee helps us connect and unwind with food truck lunches, holiday gatherings, costume contests, free snacks, IU spirit-wear Fridays, and spontaneous gestures that surprise and delight. Our Wellness Committee ensures that the health and well-being of our employees is top of mind, offering yoga, a lunchtime walking group, meditation breaks, the Headspace app, and topical workshops. We encourage community leadership and service and make space for our staff to pursue their passions. Our total rewards philosophy ensures that we support employees financially, emotionally, and in their career growth. 

If the IUF sounds like a fit for you, we invite you to join us today.

Job Description

This position offers a work-from-home schedule after an in-person onboarding, with periodic on-site team meetings and all-staff events. Candidate must reside in the state of Indiana or be willing to relocate by first day of employment.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $55,000-$59,000.

Are you passionate about relationship management, and supporting fundraising initiatives in higher education? Join the Indiana University Foundation’s (IUF) Prospect Management and Research (PMR) team as the Prospect Management Analyst and help drive IU’s fundraising success.

In this role, you’ll be a key player collaborating with development officers across IU campuses, building and maintaining fundraiser portfolios while assisting in the development of prospect strategy plans. You will balance strategic tasks such as proposal and data audits with relationship-driven responsibilities such as providing guidance, training, and collaboration to support fundraisers.

Additionally, over the course of a typical week, you will conduct portfolio reviews, lead virtual training sessions for fundraisers, and update our Constituent Relationship Management (CRM) donor database to ensure donor data is accurate and current. Success in this position requires adaptability to shifting priorities, proactive problem-solving, and a strong commitment to team success.

If you are detail-oriented, highly organized, and ready to contribute to meaningful fundraising initiatives, we encourage you to apply today!

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (required).
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar role or related field such as fundraising, prospect development, library sciences, data management, or nonprofit administration.
• Experience working with large databases is strongly preferred.
• Previous experience in higher education working alongside faculty or fundraisers is a plus.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent client relationship and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet competing deadlines.
• Proficiency with data tools like Excel for audits and reporting.
• Comfortability delivering virtual training sessions or presentations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and discretion when working with confidential information.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, adapt to last-minute changes, and stay focused in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a passion for learning and growth.

Additional Information

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. A cover letter is strongly recommended for consideration. We anticipate a February start for this position.

The IUF is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and professional work environment that is free of Discrimination and Harassment. The IUF will not tolerate any form of Discrimination or Harassment based on the Individual’s race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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