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Ecocareers · 1 week ago

Prospect Research Analyst

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Ecocareers is focused on fundraising efforts and is seeking a Prospect Research Analyst to lead the identification and strategic analysis of potential donors. The role involves ensuring development staff have access to high-quality intelligence about donor capacity and overseeing data integrity.

Staffing & Recruiting

Responsibilities

Develop and direct prospect research and management tools and services related to the effective identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and tracking of top prospects (individuals, families, corporations, and foundations)

Conduct in-depth research on individuals, families, corporations, and foundations using public records, databases, and news sources

Produce detailed donor profiles and capacity assessments

Identify new prospects through proactive research and wealth screening

Maintain and analyze donor pipelines in CRM systems

Collaborate with fundraisers to prioritize prospects and manage portfolios

Develop and implement guidance and metrics with development partners

Lead regular prospect strategy meetings and track donor engagement stages

Support moves management by documenting donor interactions and strategies

Ensure accuracy and consistency of donor data across systems

Develop and implement rating methodologies for donor capacity and affinity

Train staff on data entry standards and use of research tools

Generate reports to support fundraising planning and performance tracking

Lead ongoing evaluation and refinement of entire function, including research methods, products, and procedures to meet fundraisers’ evolving needs

Conduct due diligence on prospective donors in line with ethical fundraising policies

Champion best practices in prospect research and data governance

Commitment to maintain and model confidentiality of sensitive information

Liaise with major gifts, corporate partnerships, events, and stewardship teams

Contribute to strategic planning for fundraising campaigns and appeals

Qualification

Prospect research toolsCRM systemsAnalytical skillsFundraising analyticsWriting skillsCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsOrganizational skillsTime management