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UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS FOUNDATION

has an immediate opening for an

Senior Prospect Development Analyst, University Initiatives-UIC

The University of Illinois Foundation is the official fundraising and private gift-receiving organization of the University of Illinois. It works closely with alumni and friends, faculty and staff, corporations and foundations, as well as campus development professionals to create fundraising programs and opportunities that benefit the University.

The Senior Prospect Development Analyst, University Initiatives, supports university-wide fundraising efforts by leading research initiatives focused on principal and chancellor-level prospects. Reporting to the Director of Research and Portfolio Management, UIF with a dotted reporting line to the Senior Director of Development, University Initiatives, this position serves as the lead researcher for top-tier prospects and will primarily focus on principal gift-level prospect identification, research, and reporting, and will monitor and offer strategic consultative support for the development of the principal gift pipeline. This position will combine reactive research with proactive discovery to identify individuals and organizations with the capacity and alignment to make a significant impact on UICs mission.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Serve as the      lead researcher for university-wide initiatives, principal gifts, and      chancellor-level prospects, delivering comprehensive, strategic research      to inform high-level cultivation and solicitation strategies.
• Proactively      identify new high-net-worth individuals, foundations, and organizations      aligned with UICs mission and strategic priorities.
• Collaborate      with the senior director of development for university initiatives and      director of principal gift engagement to provide insight and      recommendations on prospects interests, giving capacity, philanthropic      affiliations, and potential pathways to engagement.
• Develop      detailed prospect profiles and briefing information in support of major,      principal and transformational gift activities.
• Monitor      philanthropic trends, industry news, and donor movement to identify      emerging opportunities and challenges for engagement.
• Maintain      University of Illinois Foundation standards, in accordance with University      of Illinois Development Policies, Processes and Procedures, and maintain      high standards for data accuracy, privacy and compliance in all research      and prospect development activities.
• Leverage      internal database, external tools, and analytical resources to develop      insights on wealth, capacity and philanthropic alignment.
• Support      senior leadership with tailored research deliverables to guide high-level      engagement strategies.
• Monitor daily      media alerts on top prospects and share information relevant to prospect      strategies with appropriate team members.
• Establish a      deep understanding of the top prospects and ensure that research and      information in all systems is kept current and available. Read contact      reports related to all top prospects.
• Maintain      the highest standards of discretion and confidentiality.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Application Deadline : January 4th, 2026

The starting salary range for this position is projected to be $62,000 - $68,000 per year. While our job postings include salary ranges, your compensation will be based on your specific experience and qualificationswe're not limited by these posted ranges.

Your comprehensive benefits package includes medical, vision, and dental coverage, company paid life insurance, generous vacation time including 24 days annually, and more. Generous pension benefits are also included. We invest in your present and future wellbeing, providing the support you need to succeed. xklufbp

Application Process : For full consideration for the role, all candidates must complete an online application and include a cover letter and resume. Candidates may create a profile through For further information regarding application procedures, contact Foundation Human Resources at

THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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