UNCF · 3 months ago
Prospect Researcher, Major Gifts
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$60K/yr - $70K/yr
5+ years expThe United Negro College Fund (UNCF) has been an engine of educational achievement for more than 80 years, dedicated to supporting HBCU students. They are seeking a Prospect Researcher to conduct donor and prospect research services to support annual campaign efforts, particularly for the Major Gifts & Planned Giving Department.
EducationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Execute donor research activities and processes
Develop and implement research strategies in conjunction with the Director of Prospect Research and the Vice President of Direct Response Programs and Prospect Research
Create and research donor profiles and lists for research requests
Make detailed observations, analyze data, and interpret results
Utilize established prospect and donor research techniques to compile and analyze data
Write prospect and donor reports and profiles; document research outcomes; create and analyze lists detailing procedures, outcomes, and observations
Develop and assist in analyzing top prospects and prospective donors
Liaise with senior management and directors in the Development and Major Gifts Departments to identify, schedule, and implement research requests; gather, collate, disseminate donor and prospect trend information
Input information and update data in the Prospect Research module in the general database
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from a four-year college, university in English, Journalism, Library Sciences
5 to 7 years of related work experience in non-profit prospect research
Knowledgeable of Raisers' Edge or similar donor database software (Nexis, WealthEngine, Iwave Pro, D&B, Hoovers)
Demonstrated ability to write clear, concise, organized, and comprehensive research briefing papers
Ability to collect and research data; Design work flows and procedures
Strong analytical skills; gather and analyze information skillfully
Ability to locate and interpret financial principles and biographical information from a variety of sources
Knowledgeable of internet search engines
Competency in a variety of computer applications, including database, spreadsheet and word processing programs
Proficiency in O365 Suite, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
High degree of customer service skills
Multi-task with high levels of accuracy on concurrent projects
Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential material in a responsible manner
Work independently and as a team player
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision
Vacation, Sick & Personal Leave
Life Insurance (Basic & Optional)
Flex Spending Accounts
403(b) Retirement Account
Holiday Savings Plan
Annual Success Sharing
Company
UNCF
UNCF (United Negro College Fund) is the nation’s largest and most effective minority education organization.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$3.3MKey Investors
Amazon Web ServicesEnterprise HoldingsWilliam F Pickard
2023-12-19Grant· $0.15M
2022-06-22Grant
2022-02-15Grant· $0.1M
Leadership Team
Michael Lomax
President & CEO
Walter Kimbrough
Executive Vice President of Research and Member Engagement
Recent News
2026-01-16
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