Tulane University · 5 months ago
Director of Prospect Research
New Orleans, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expTulane University is seeking a Director of Prospect Research to manage research deliverables and projects that support fundraising efforts. The role involves directing prospect identification, ensuring compliance with ethical practices, and collaborating with various teams to enhance the University’s fundraising success.
EducationHigher EducationMedical
Responsibilities
Managing research deliverables and projects
Directing prospect identification efforts
Delegating research requests to ensure timely responses
Coordinating training
Ensuring compliance with ethical practices and data privacy laws
Providing strategic support for fundraising at all levels, with special focus on principal level strategy
Collaborating with the Senior Director of Prospect Development to set and monitor annual goals
Working closely with the prospect management and analytics team to develop and implement the overall prospect development vision and strategic focus
Enhancing the University’s fundraising success and pipeline development
Qualification
Required
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
Experience with data-driven research using industry-standard software, web-based tools, data management systems, social media, and other methodologies
Ability to manage multiple demands and projects simultaneously
Strong problem-solving, project management, and organizational aptitude
Ability to work collaboratively and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Understanding of prospect management concepts, including complex analyses and identifying philanthropic patterns
Passion for excellent customer service and commitment to exceptional quality
Ability to inspire colleagues toward common objectives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
5 years of experience in development research, prospect management, or prospect development in a higher education, healthcare, or complex non-profit environment
Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered
Preferred
Commitment to higher education values
Professional memberships in APRA, CASE, or AASP
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, charts, formulas)
Experience with fundraising CRMs (preferably Salesforce) and data visualization tools
Ability to interpret and analyze complex financial statements
Experience leading large, complex projects with multiple tasks and competing deadlines
An ability to assist and advise in developing and implementing prospect research guidelines and procedures
Experience designing and implementing comprehensive data-mining and proactive prospect identification projects
Ability to initiate and lead projects to improve service to development officers and/or units
Experience researching, analyzing, and maintaining information on prospective donors using various electronic databases, publications, and online services
Company
Tulane University
A member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, Tulane University is consistently ranked among the top 50 universities in the nation.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$8.5MKey Investors
National Institutes of Health
2018-11-14Grant· $8.5M
Leadership Team
Janaki Sundaresan
Co-Founder of Health Equity Fellowship
Lekh Parekh
Co-founder and Vice President of Tulane Table Tennis Club
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