Job Description

Our client, a nonprofit in the Boston area, is looking for an Associate Director of Prospect Research to join their team. This role compensates up to 37/hr depending on experience, and could have permanent potential.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new prospects based on wealth indicators, philanthropy, and connection, conducting screening projects and analyzing results.
• Create detailed and confidential profiles on individuals, foundations, and corporations using a variety of research resources, ensuring accuracy and clarity for executive briefings and event preparations.
• Assess giving capacity and assign prospect ratings through financial research and analysis, developing strategies for annual support, endowment, and special project funding.
• Maintain and update the CRM database with new research information, monitoring media sources and leads to uncover additional details on prospective donors.
• Oversee temporary research staff and support team members with Development Research responsibilities, staying current on best practices and emerging trends in philanthropy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 5-7 years of experience in development research, prospect management, fundraising and/or equivalent, preferably in an arts, higher-education, or other non-profit environment.
• High level of proficiency with fundraising databases and research tools; demonstrated ability to analyze and synthesize high volumes of information.
• Ability to accurately interpret financial data from a variety of sources.
• Strong writing skills. Must be able to draft concise research documents with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Excellent organizational skills to handle several projects simultaneously, prioritize, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Ability to be flexible and responsive to changes and shifting priorities.
• High degree of professionalism and ethical sensitivity. The ability to handle confidential information with discretion is essential.
• Knowledge of Tessitura or other CRM databases is desirable.

Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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