ARCHDIOCESE OF NEW YORK
Development Office
Associate Prospect Researcher
Primary Responsibility: The Associate Prospect Researcher is responsible for proactive and responsive research and is an integral part of the Development office. The position will focus on identifying prospects through queries, research, wealth screenings, predictive modeling reports, and other resources. The Associate will be responsible for collecting and compiling background materials on new and existing donors.
Experience Level: 2-3 years of prospect research or related experience
Direct Supervisor: Senior Director, Donor Relations
Responsibilities:
· Prepare in-depth, confidential research profiles on individual donors, foundations, and corporations using a wide variety of biographical, organizational, financial sources, Internet websites, library, and other external sources of public information
· Identify and qualify prospective individual donors, foundations, and corporations using pre-determined data qualifiers
· Proactively cull the donor database in order to surface the most promising prospects
· Collaborate with Development office staff to provide research-based analysis to assist with cultivation and solicitation strategies
· Evaluate research results to develop and implement further research strategies
· Maintain Raiser’s Edge database specific to prospect research
· Enter, manage, and update research profiles and reports for prospects and donors
· Perform other duties and assist with special projects as directed
Position Requirements:
· Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
· Strong knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
· Knowledge of internet and standard research sites, Raisers’ Edge, LexisNexis, ResearchPoint, Wealth Engine, and other data sources to locate accurate biographical, financial, and philanthropic information.
Personal Characteristics:
· Excellent analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal and communication skills, including strong written and verbal skills
· Ability to distill complex information into clear, well-written documents
· Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to set priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously with high attention to detail
· Ability to collaborate with fundraising staff and executive directors
· Possess initiative to constantly seek ways to improve prospect research process
· Ability to take on added responsibility as it is presented
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to: eaf@filimonpartners.com