pcf
Donor Prospect Research Associate
Santa Monica, California · Full-time
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 20 days ago
Data AnalysisComplianceCRMHIPAAResearchLeadershipCommunication
About the role
- This position is also responsible for prospect portfolio distribution, prospect-related reporting, and the ongoing maintenance of prospect research data within the Raiser's Edge database.
- Conduct comprehensive prospect research using a wide range of biographical, organizational, and financial sources, including online databases, public records, and other reputable resources.
Responsibilities
- This role applies research and data analysis expertise to build and maintain robust prospect pools, support data-driven fundraising strategies, and inform donor engagement efforts.
- Record and maintain donor biographies, ratings, and related research data in Raiser's Edge to ensure accuracy and usability.
- Provide administrative support to gift officers, including preparing donor lists, briefing materials, and other stewardship tasks.
- Partner with gift officers, consultants, and Development leadership to share research findings, insights, and strategies.
- Support effective communication and coordination across the Development team to advance fundraising goals.
- Maintain documentation of data research procedures and best practices.
- Maintain knowledge and understanding of PCF's mission, programs, and fundraising needs and goals.
Requirements
- This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee.
- Required Skills/Competencies:
Nice to have
- Familiarity with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, or similar).
- Physical Demands: Bending, sitting, and lifting (20 pounds or less, not repetitive)
- Position type and expected work hours: Entry-level full-time, typically 8:00 am-5:00 pm, five days a week, but can expect to work on weekends and more than 40 hours a week infrequently.
- This role is in-office 4 to 5 days per week.
- Applicants must be local to Los Angeles or willing to relocate.
- Other Duties: This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee.
- Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.
Skills
- Proficiency in Raiser's Edge or a comparable non-profit CRM software.
- Demonstrated experience in prospect research, data analysis, and development services within a nonprofit or higher education environment.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce concise and accurate research profiles.
- High degree of professionalism, discretion, and commitment to ethical research practices.
- Associate Director, Database Operations
- Prepare concise, high-level donor briefings and profiles for PCF leadership and Development staff.
- Assess prospective donors' capacity, inclination, philanthropic history, and connections to PCF.
- Analyze complex information to identify gift capacity and provide clear recommendations to guide donor engagement strategies.
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