Under the general direction of the Director of Prospect Management and Strategy, the Donor Prospect Research Specialist supports University Advancement by conducting research, analysis, and reporting on individuals, corporations, and foundations to inform fundraising strategies and enhance donor engagement. This position focuses on analyzing existing constituent data to identify new prospects, preparing research on assigned prospects, and supporting strategic fundraising initiatives, including campus-wide comprehensive or capital campaigns.
The Donor Prospect Research Specialist collaborates closely with Advancement leadership and the Development team to ensure fundraisers are equipped with accurate, actionable, and timely information. This role requires skills in research and data analysis to help build and maintain strong prospect pools and to guide data-driven fundraising strategies. This position is also responsible for prospect portfolio distribution and other prospect report distribution to University Advancement staff. Responsibilities also include gathering, compiling and analyzing prospect research data, assisting in the coordination of prospect identification, donor prospect reporting and analysis, general office coordination and travel and procurement card tracking. Other duties as assigned.
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field. Relevant education and/or experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. General professional knowledge of advancement and fundraising tactics. Demonstrated communications and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders and potential donors. Ability to follow guidelines and provide input and feedback. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, with a donor and stakeholder service-oriented approach. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Analytical and math skills to complete research and reconcile financial accounts. Organizational skills to plan, organize, and prioritize work. Ability to use technology and relevant software packages.
Experience with research and the ability to perform data analysis, as well as experience using ResearchPoint, LexisNexis, and WealthEngine. Experience in nonprofit or public organizations that receive donated funds, with an understanding of how those funds are solicited, allocated, and used. Possess knowledge of creating both general and detailed research biographical profiles, and be able to maintain files, records, and the confidentiality of prospect information and development records. Experience with Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT and RE software is required, along with familiarity with engagement scoring, machine learning approaches to donor modeling, or network analysis.
Must be able to work annual commencement ceremonies.
California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.
Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.
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