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Prospect Researcher

Employer
Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc.
Location
Silver Spring, Maryland
Salary
$77000-82000 Yearly Salary
Posted Date
Sep 30, 2024
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Position Type
Fundraising, Prospect Research
Fields
Other Fields
Employment Type
Full Time

POSITION: Prospect Researcher

 

REPORTS TO: Director of Advancement

SECTION: Advancement / Development

STATUS: Exempt

SALARY: $77,000 - $82,000 annually

LOCATION: Hybrid

 

Summary Description:

The Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC) is seeking a Prospect Researcher to secure and manage funding from foundation, government, and organization sources. The position directly reports to the Director of Advancement and collaborates with various departments to ensure compliance with donor, foundation, and corporation identification requirements. It also involves maintaining data entry and supporting prospect research.

Duties and Responsibilities:

These duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Identify and research potential donors, foundations, and corporations to assess their capacity and interest in supporting the organization.
  • Compile and analyze research data to create detailed profiles and reports on prospective and existing donors. Proactively identify new donor prospects
  • Provide actionable insights and recommendations to the advancement team to enhance donor engagement and fundraising strategies.
  • Prepare donor research and briefing materials for staff
  • Update and maintain accurate records in the donor management system to track research findings and donor interactions.
  • Monitor and report on high-net-worth individuals, corporate leaders, and philanthropic trends.
  • Partner with Advancement Director to develop strategies for cultivating top prospects.
  • Contribute to annual planning and goal-setting for the organization’s fundraising efforts.
  • Stay informed on philanthropic trends, donor behavior, and market shifts that could impact giving.

Qualifications:

The Prospect Researcher should possess an extensive knowledge of donor engagement and fundraising strategies. One who is a goal-oriented planner who is accustomed to developing strategies and following through on them.

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training in Business Management, Liberal Arts, Communications, Finance, or related field.
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience in grants administration, project management support, grant writing, or other related experience.
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience with donor research tools
  • Excellent writing and editing skills with strong verbal communication skills.
  • Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Excellent time management with an ability to prioritize and manage competing priorities.
  • Excellent skills in Microsoft Office, including but not limited to, Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Adobe.
  • Advanced knowledge of program management and CRM software
  • Experience with iWave/Kindsight and LexisNexis highly preferred.

Other

  • Knowledge of and support the organization's mission, vision, value statements, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
  • Occasional travel may be required to attend CLINIC’s board of directors’ meetings, trainings, CLINIC Convening, and other special events.
  • Fulfill CLINIC’s expectations that all staff abides by the following Organization Behaviors:
    1. Serve with integrity
    2. Develop innovative solutions
    3. Promote learning – for themselves, for their colleagues, and for our network
    4. Cultivate constructive relationships
    5. Model stewardship
    6. Maintain a positive attitude
    7. Exhibit leadership skills and initiative
    8. Communicate effectively
    9. Own your work
    10. Teamwork and cooperation with colleagues
    11. Resolves conflicts effectively and makes effective decisions

Work Environment:

This position may require extended periods of standing, and sitting, as well as some repetitive movements, bending, and repetitive lifting of significant weight. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key components and primary responsibilities.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Commitment

CLINIC considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, family responsibilities, religion, age, disability, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. CLINIC also provides “reasonable accommodations” to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. All interested individuals, regardless of background, are encouraged to apply.

We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in race, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.

 

TO APPLY: To be considered for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter.


Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/7WjKxBf64Xa15texGC7V1g


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