American Cancer Society

Manager, Prospect Development

American Cancer Society
Posted 10/21/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $67,000 per yearWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in prospect research and data analysis to inform fundraising strategies, while maintaining compliance with ethical standards and ensuring data integrity. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for collaborating with fundraising teams and managing donor relationships.

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Prospect Research TechnologiesData AnalysisCRM ExperienceSalesforceAnalytical Skills

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Conduct thorough research on individuals and foundations using internal constituent information and multiple external research tools
  • Evaluate research findings and make recommendations to inform front-line fundraisers' solicitation strategies
  • Provide strategy insights and monitor fundraising activity for process compliance
  • Maintain strong partnerships with prospect development and assigned fundraising teams
  • Oversee a balanced portfolio across an assigned team
  • Collaborate with Philanthropy Operations to ensure data hygiene for major gift prospects
  • Gather and analyze data on priority constituents to identify new opportunities and align donor interests with ACS programs and mission
  • Verify gift capacity and biographical details
  • Assist in obtaining updated contact information for high-priority prospects
  • Engage in professional development to remain current on best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • 3 years of experience in prospect research or equivalent field
  • Demonstrated expertise in prospect research technologies and data tools
  • CRM experience; Salesforce preferred
  • Ability to interpret complex information from IRS filings, SEC records, property data, biographical data, and charitable giving databases
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication capabilities
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, confidential, and highly sensitive environment
  • Ability to uphold APRA Advance Prospect Research standards and Code of Ethics
  • Minimal travel

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Generous paid time off policy
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Wellness programs
  • Professional development programs to enhance staff skills

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Hard Skills
Prospect ResearchData AnalysisIRS Filings InterpretationSEC Records AnalysisBiographical Data EvaluationCharitable Giving DatabasesGift Capacity VerificationData HygienePortfolio ManagementFundraising Strategy Development
Soft Skills
Strong CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAnalytical ThinkingConfidentialityCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Research ToolsCRM SystemsSalesforce
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's DegreeAPRA Advance Prospect Research Standards
Industry Keywords
FundraisingPhilanthropyDonor RelationsProspect DevelopmentData Integrity