Prospect Research Analyst
About The Position
The Prospect Research Analyst will lead and set a strategic direction for prospect identification, qualification, and research aimed at reaching annual and long-term fundraising goals, requiring the ability to: gather, summarize, and disseminate large volumes of information from numerous sources; make recommendations for solicitation strategies; and compose prospect briefings and profiles. A bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience are required. Five years of relevant experience is preferred. A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of the degree requirement. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience are required.
- Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.
Nice To Haves
- Five years of relevant experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop tools and resources to be successful in identifying, reporting on, tracking, segmenting, and analyzing prospects and donors to meet annual and long-term University fundraising objectives
- Write high quality, comprehensive profiles and tailored briefings using information from university records, publicly available information, and subscription resources on major gift donors and other prospects to support the needs of the Office of the President, the Vice President of University Advancement, front-line development officers, deans, and other university leaders, both proactively and in response to specific requests
- Analyze and synthesize accumulated financial, philanthropic, and affinity data on individuals, corporations, and private foundations to assess prospects' giving capability, philanthropic tendencies, and appropriate potential solicitors
- Develop and implement methods for identifying new potential prospects for relevant areas of responsibility for development officers with a specific focus on principal gifts
- Performing all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
- Ability to comply with University policies
- Maintaining regular and punctual attendance
Benefits
- eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
