Prospect Research Analyst

About the role

The Prospect Research Analyst supports the Rutgers University Foundation's fundraising and engagement process. They oversee engagement portfolio management, identify, research, and analyze potential prospects for various Schools/Units within the Rutgers Development Teams.

Responsibilities

• Support prospect management systems and processes, providing training for foundation staff.
• Validate and streamline the movement of potential prospects to development teams from both internal and external sources.
• Analyze and interpret business and financial information from fundraising information systems and external sources.
• Compile biographic, business, philanthropic, and financial data on individuals into concise reports and maintain records in fundraising information systems.
• Deliver relevant information and insights to unit personnel through meetings and conversations.
• Continue to develop industry knowledge and implement new approaches to prospect research and identification.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, contributing to the success of the team.
• Track news alerts on selected priority prospects using relevant research tools and share information according to distribution protocols.
• Safeguard the confidentiality of constituent information and adhere to ethical guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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

Qualifications

• Leadership: Develop comprehensive project leadership and perform project analysis to devise and implement process improvements.
• Complexity: Scope of work is highly visible and pan-University or pan-foundation.
• Strategy: Assist with strategy development, projects, and proposals, and begin leading strategy sessions.
• Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree and/or 2+ years of professional experience.

Benefits

The position is budgeted for an annual salary of $55,000. Additional benefits include:

• Office-centric hybrid work schedule
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee and dependents
• 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution
• Accrual of three weeks of annual vacation time, plus five wellness days and fifteen sick days per year
• Nine holidays, including four floating holidays
• $40 monthly cell phone reimbursement

Pay

$55,000 annually

Schedule

Office-centric hybrid work schedule

Skills

Proficiency in relevant research tools, ability to develop industry knowledge, and strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee and dependents
• 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution
• Accrual of three weeks of annual vacation time, plus five wellness days and fifteen sick days per year
• Nine holidays, including four floating holidays
• $40 monthly cell phone reimbursement