Prospect Research Officer (Temporary)
About The Position
Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an independent international organization that provides medical care to the people who need it most. The organization cares for people affected by conflict, disease outbreaks, disasters, and social exclusion in more than 70 countries. MSF offers medical humanitarian assistance solely based on need, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, or politics. Our international project teams include medical, logistical, and administrative staff, most of them hired locally and working with their own communities. Our actions are guided by medical ethics and the principles of independence, impartiality, and neutrality. We also bear witness and speak out about the experiences of our colleagues and patients. MSF USA is one of 24 sections supporting the global movement, primarily through staff recruitment, fundraising, advocacy, and communications. We welcome candidates who bring a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences to join us in working toward MSF’s social mission. ROLE OVERVIEW The Temporary Prospect Research Officer is responsible for helping to drive quality leads and improve the impact of fundraising and engagement for High Touch Audiences of MSF-USA, while also looking for new, integrated ways to build and better engage our current audiences. The Temporary Prospect Research Officer:1) Conducts comprehensive research on individuals in the Major Gifts, Mid-Level, Planned Giving, and/or among Corporations and Foundations and 2) Carries out due diligence as needed. Share due diligence findings with fundraisers and/or senior colleagues for consideration on how to proceed with a gift/relationship, providing further context if required. DEPARTMENT ACCOUNTABILITIES Prospecting Pursue strategic opportunities in coherence with MSF-USA´s strategy, that create long-term value for the movement by identifying and developing new audience segments or donors for its mission. Donor Cultivation, Engagement and Management Build trust and loyalty with potential and existing donors. At the simplest level, update donors on activities. At a more complex level, build long-term relationships with key donors and key donor segments. Take overall responsibility for designing, developing, and delivering the donor engagement strategy. May be through channels or through personal relationships. Fundraising Secure reliable, sustainable and efficient resources in alignment with MSF-US commitments. Brand Positioning Drive awareness and consideration through brand positioning based on the brand strategy and implement brand plans. Best-in-Class Fundraising Systems and Capabilities Deploy and champion the latest technological systems and capabilities that push the boundaries of what Development can produce for its donors. ROLES SPECIFIC OUTCOMES Donor Experience Research Complete research and analyze data to develop and/or support a sound understanding of donor segments, trends, needs, expectations. Insights and Reporting Prepare and coordinate the completion of various data and analytics reports. Benchmarking Conducts detailed data analysis, identifies trends and patterns, prepares reports, and collaborates with various departments for comprehensive data insights. Data Collection and Analysis Conduct research using primary data sources and select information needed for the analysis of key themes and trends. Information and Business Advice Resolve queries from internal or external donors or suppliers by providing information on complex processes and the related policies, referring to others where necessary for interpretation of policy. These core accountabilities should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an incumbent in this job. Incumbents are required to perform other functions as assigned.
Requirements
- Understanding of current trends in nonprofit fundraising and prospect management.
- Strong track-record of developing proactive prospecting methodologies that support organizational goals including data mining, sophisticated constituent database queries, etc.
- Familiarity with delivering research in a variety of templates (long profile, brief bios and due diligence reports)
- Ability to express ideas, request actions, formulate plans, & policies by means of clear and effective writing.
- The ability to communicate and deliver information verbally in a clear, concise and compelling manner to other people.
- Anticipating and adopting innovations in organizational digital and technology applications.
- Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with MSF-USA goals.
- Applying knowledge of MSF-USA and the marketplace to advance the organization’s goals.
- The ability and skill to determine and analyze trends from data that is collected to assist in compiling reports that will help in decision-making.
Responsibilities
- Conducts comprehensive research on individuals in the Major Gifts, Mid-Level, Planned Giving, and/or among Corporations and Foundations
- Carries out due diligence as needed
- Share due diligence findings with fundraisers and/or senior colleagues for consideration on how to proceed with a gift/relationship, providing further context if required
- Complete research and analyze data to develop and/or support a sound understanding of donor segments, trends, needs, expectations
- Prepare and coordinate the completion of various data and analytics reports
- Conducts detailed data analysis, identifies trends and patterns, prepares reports, and collaborates with various departments for comprehensive data insights
- Conduct research using primary data sources and select information needed for the analysis of key themes and trends
- Resolve queries from internal or external donors or suppliers by providing information on complex processes and the related policies, referring to others where necessary for interpretation of policy
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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