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Rutgers University Foundation · 2 weeks ago

Prospect Research Analyst

New Brunswick, NJ

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$55K/yr - $55K/yr

2+ years exp

Rutgers University Foundation is seeking a Prospect Research Analyst to support their fundraising efforts. The Analyst will be responsible for researching and analyzing potential prospects, managing data, and providing insights to enhance engagement and fundraising initiatives.

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Responsibilities

Support prospect management systems and process training for foundation staff

Validate and streamline the movement of potential prospects to development teams, identified from both internal and external channels

Analyze and interpret business and financial information from fundraising information systems and external financial, news, biographic sources, social media and other sources as appropriate

Compile biographic, business, philanthropic, and financial data on individuals into concise, analytical reports; enter data and maintain individual records in fundraising information systems as necessary

Deliver relevant information and insights to unit personnel through direct meetings and conversations

Through meetings, conversations, conferences, listservs, industry publications and networking, continue to develop industry knowledge to keep abreast of emerging trends and best practices for prospect research and identification, and implement new approaches as appropriate

Attend and participate in staff meetings as required, actively contributing to the success of the team

Using relevant research tools, track news alerts on selected priority prospects by setting up automated Internet-based alerts. Share information and news alerts according to expected distribution protocols

Safeguard the confidentiality of constituent information and uphold departmental policies regarding confidential information. Adhere to ethical and confidentiality guidelines of University Advancement, Rutgers University, and the Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA)

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Prospect researchData analysisFundraising systemsFinancial analysisProject managementNetworkingCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree and/or 2+ years of professional experience in fundraising, alumni relations, non-profit organizations, event planning, higher education, or related fields

Benefits

Office-centric hybrid work schedule

Comprehensive medical

Comprehensive no cost dental, and no cost vision insurance for employee and dependents

403(b) plan with matching employer contribution

Accrual of three weeks of annual vacation time, in addition to five wellness days and fifteen sick days per year

Nine holidays, as well as four floating holidays

Significant tuition reductions

Professional development is highly valued at the Rutgers University Foundation, where employees are encouraged to look across the organization to develop new skills and abilities for professional career progression.

$40 monthly cell phone reimbursement