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Colombia, MO
Director Development Research
Summary:
The Director of Development Research leads and oversees the
prospect identification, relationship management process and
research functions for the Office of Development. The
Director supervises the research staff, and works closely
with senior development leadership and development officers
as a partner in helping them achieve their fundraising
goals. The Director will be responsible for maintaining and
leading the research focus on principal and major gift
opportunities, prioritizing efforts of the staff so they are
of the greatest assistance to fundraisers and overseeing the
donor/prospect component of the Advance System.
Required Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree in English, Liberal Arts, Library
Science or other areas that involve extensive research or an
equivalent combination of education and experience is
necessary. Four to six years in higher education development
research, including management experience, is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree and five years experience working in a
field related to development or prospect research for
fundraising; 3-5 years of supervisory experience required.
Must have comprehensive knowledge of prospect research
methods associated with higher education fundraising. Must
be able to express ideas well and communicate clearly and
possess superb organizational and time management abilities.
Preference will be given to applicants with experience in an
Advance (BSR SunGard) environment and demonstrated
successful management experience. Five plus years work
experience preferably in higher education. Experience with
research databases and Internet research; strong
professionalism; and interpersonal skills to interact
effectively with development officers, associate vice
chancellors and the vice chancellor for development & alumni
relations. Data mining, wealth screening, creative research
strategies, good organizational and problem solving skills
preferred.
Detailed Description:
Complex research on MU’s top campaign prospective donors
including a leadership role in the planning of donor
strategies.
Developing, executing and providing oversight for
multifaceted donor/prospect component of the Advance (BSR
SunGard) relational database. Developing recommendations to
support and enhance the donor/prospect module’s role in
effective procedures to compliment major gift fund raising.
Analyzing
sophisticated data and data-mining models and recommending
strategies for incorporating new prospects into a three year
campaign fundraising plan.
Managing
four professional staff, one support staff and student
workers. Preparing and monitoring budget for internal
operations. The position reports to the Director of
Principal Gifts who is a member of the Vice Chancellor for
Development and Alumni Relations' senior management
committee.
To apply please go to the University of
Missouri web site at:
https://jobs.missouri.edu/
and look for Director of Development Research, vacancy
#1011199.
Contact: Ron Kelley, PhD, Director of
Principal Gifts
573-884-3678 or
kelleyr@missouri.edu
Posted: 8/7/08
Indiana University Foundation
Bloomington, Indiana
Development Analyst
The Indiana University Foundation is currently seeking a
Development Analyst to join our Development Research team.
The successful applicant will have previous experience in
prospect research in a development office setting. He/she
will have knowledge of web-based research, database
management and Microsoft Office software. Responsibilities
of the Development Analyst include performing research on
individuals, companies and foundations and their interest
and ability to support Indiana University, storing
information in fundraising database system and working with
development staff at all Indiana University campuses.
A bachelor’s degree in journalism, library science,
non-profit management or related area is preferred.
Equivalent work experience will be considered. Strong
customer service skills and an understanding of fundraising
practices are essential. Experience in a professional
research or a development office is particularly important.
Resumes will be accepted until the positions are filled.
Please send a letter of interest and resume to: Indiana
University Foundation, PO Box 500, Bloomington, IN 47402 or
email materials to
elw2@indiana.edu. Indiana University Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.
Posted: 7/23/08
Advancement Research Manager
The Indianapolis Zoological Society is
currently seeking a Manager of Advancement Research. The
successful applicant will have 2-4
years experience in prospect research and will be committed
to maintaining the highest level of confidentiality in the
use of public and proprietary information. He/she will have
a strong working knowledge of internet research methods,
on-line prospect research tools, reference libraries and
related sources. Responsibilities of the Advancement
Research Manager include performing background research on
prospective and actual donors, assisting in the
identification of new prospective donors, supporting an
established moves management program and producing
appropriate reports and updates.
A
bachelor’s degree and references are required. The
preferred candidate will possess excellent
communication and analytical skills and strong computer
skills. A knowledge of fund-raising software and databases,
preferably Raiser’s Edge, is preferred.
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