The Prospect Development Coordinator provides support for prospect research and portfolio management to the Development team. This position will work with the Senior Manager, Prospect Development and Data Analytics on special projects and collaborate with their colleagues on prospect development requests.
Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Produce prospect profiles and briefings based on analysis of wealth, philanthropy, interests, and engagement using the internal database and external sources
Conduct comprehensive research on prospects while utilizing public and subscription-based research tools
Ensure that prospect data is up-to-date, accurate, and properly documented in the database
Collaborate with the gift officers on prospect research for individuals, foundations and corporations
Provide timely response to multiple requests from gift officers for prospect research and portfolio updates
Prepare research bios on event attendees
Monitor news sources and share relevant articles on donors and prospects with gift officers regularly
Coordinate special projects and conduct proactive research in collaboration with the Senior Manager, Prospect Development and Data Analytics
Work with the Chief Philanthropy Officer to assist with tracking their activities, next steps, and opportunities in the database
Qualifications:
Associate's or Bachelor’s degree preferred
Two or more years of experience in a fundraising environment
Prior experience in prospect research preferred
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and PowerPoint)
Experience utilizing fundraising databases (StratusLive, Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge) as well as research and wealth screening tools (iWave, Foundation Search, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to work independently while managing multiple deadlines
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously, with close attention to detail and prioritization to meet deadlines
Strong sense of discretion, confidentiality, and an ethical approach to fundraising
Ability to work with a high degree of flexibility, accuracy, and attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Exposure:
Business to professional attire
Evening and weekend hours are occasionally required based on schedule of events
Interacts with Food Depository staff, donors, and vendors.
