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Senior Prospect Research Analyst
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 201305208868 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | - |
Position Information
UC Riverside is seeking experienced prospect researchers. Working under the direction of the Director, Constituent Research & Development, Office of Advancement Services, the Senior Prospect Research Analyst supports the Development program by performing research functions in support of the Development staff's efforts to manage, identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift prospects. There are two positions to be filled.
Minimum Requirements
Three to five years of experience in prospect research, development, library research or related field preferably in an academic environment.
Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated ability to think critically and analytically in order to initiate and perform complex analyses.
Advanced analytical skills and ability to interpret/analyze complex financial and legal disclosures, technical and trade documents, including court and tax records, annual reports, SEC filings, and real property files.
Skill in managing the prospect management system, proactively auditing information to ensure a clear picture of prospect statuses
Skill in analyzing and organizing information to identify philanthropic patterns, tendencies, and relationships among individuals, corporations, and foundations.
Ability to recall, recognize, and communicate interrelated information pertaining to University benefactors and prospects.
Knowledge of philosophical and practical aspects of institutional advancement research methods.
Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and develop proactive prospecting methodologies to support organization goals; identify prospects (through constituent list segmentation, push technology, electronic database screening, and peer/constituency screening and rating); and understand wealth indicators, including income (estimated or public) and assets.
Knowledge of gift vehicles (cash, securities, real estate, in-kind, personal property); types of planned giving vehicles (trusts, bequests, pooled income funds); appropriate fund-raising strategies for different organization types; and volunteer roles (identification, training, recognition and support).
Excellent customer service skills.
Exceptional writing and oral communication skills. Demonstrated skill in writing and editing logical, detailed, and analytical reports that support planning and decision making.
Ability to prepare information in appropriate form for different audiences.
Knowledge of relational database systems and the types of data necessary to support constituent relations.
Demonstrated skill in utilizing multiple electronic resources such as Lexis/Nexis, Dialog, and Dun and Bradstreet to locate and compile business and biographic information.
Strong computer skills using Excel, MS Word, and the Web.
Knowledge of information available from county and state offices and other public and private agencies, both national and international.
Knowledge of principal biographical and corporate resources, data bases, and other reference materials held by research libraries.
Demonstrated experience working with a culturally diverse workforce and constituency.
Ability and skill to exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with others and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize work and independently manage multiple, diverse and competing priorities while meeting deadlines; plan and develop meaningful objectives; and integrate the work of prospect research into overall advancement office goals.
Strong problem solving skills and demonstrated ability to work under pressure.
Knowledge of ethics statements by Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA), Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) and other appropriate associations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with sensitive information.
Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated ability to think critically and analytically in order to initiate and perform complex analyses.
Advanced analytical skills and ability to interpret/analyze complex financial and legal disclosures, technical and trade documents, including court and tax records, annual reports, SEC filings, and real property files.
Skill in managing the prospect management system, proactively auditing information to ensure a clear picture of prospect statuses
Skill in analyzing and organizing information to identify philanthropic patterns, tendencies, and relationships among individuals, corporations, and foundations.
Ability to recall, recognize, and communicate interrelated information pertaining to University benefactors and prospects.
Knowledge of philosophical and practical aspects of institutional advancement research methods.
Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and develop proactive prospecting methodologies to support organization goals; identify prospects (through constituent list segmentation, push technology, electronic database screening, and peer/constituency screening and rating); and understand wealth indicators, including income (estimated or public) and assets.
Knowledge of gift vehicles (cash, securities, real estate, in-kind, personal property); types of planned giving vehicles (trusts, bequests, pooled income funds); appropriate fund-raising strategies for different organization types; and volunteer roles (identification, training, recognition and support).
Excellent customer service skills.
Exceptional writing and oral communication skills. Demonstrated skill in writing and editing logical, detailed, and analytical reports that support planning and decision making.
Ability to prepare information in appropriate form for different audiences.
Knowledge of relational database systems and the types of data necessary to support constituent relations.
Demonstrated skill in utilizing multiple electronic resources such as Lexis/Nexis, Dialog, and Dun and Bradstreet to locate and compile business and biographic information.
Strong computer skills using Excel, MS Word, and the Web.
Knowledge of information available from county and state offices and other public and private agencies, both national and international.
Knowledge of principal biographical and corporate resources, data bases, and other reference materials held by research libraries.
Demonstrated experience working with a culturally diverse workforce and constituency.
Ability and skill to exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with others and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize work and independently manage multiple, diverse and competing priorities while meeting deadlines; plan and develop meaningful objectives; and integrate the work of prospect research into overall advancement office goals.
Strong problem solving skills and demonstrated ability to work under pressure.
Knowledge of ethics statements by Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA), Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) and other appropriate associations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with sensitive information.
Preferred Qualifications
Raiser's Edge experience
Working knowledge of terminology and resources specific to fundraising.
Education and experience equivalent to a Master's degree
Knowledge of data mining techniques
Prospect management experience
Proficiency with the history of the university.
Knowledge of current trends within philanthropy and higher education.
Working knowledge of terminology and resources specific to fundraising.
Education and experience equivalent to a Master's degree
Knowledge of data mining techniques
Prospect management experience
Proficiency with the history of the university.
Knowledge of current trends within philanthropy and higher education.
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history and culture. UCR gives every student the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
At UC Riverside we celebrate diversity and are proud of our #4 ranking among the nation for most diverse universities (US News and World Report 2011). Become part of a place that fosters success for all its constituents, students, faculty, and staff, and where work/life balance and campus culture are integral to our way of life.
UCR is ranked 41st among top public universities (US News and World Report 2011) and is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, with a commitment to workforce diversity.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
At UC Riverside we celebrate diversity and are proud of our #4 ranking among the nation for most diverse universities (US News and World Report 2011). Become part of a place that fosters success for all its constituents, students, faculty, and staff, and where work/life balance and campus culture are integral to our way of life.
UCR is ranked 41st among top public universities (US News and World Report 2011) and is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, with a commitment to workforce diversity.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview