Prospect Researcher - Limited Term

Ontario Tech University; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontario Tech University seeks a Prospect Researcher to enhance fundraising success. This role requires conducting detailed research on potential donors and managing proposals to secure major gifts. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in prospect management and excellent organizational skills. Join us to contribute to the university’s strategic objectives in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of university education required.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Experience with prospect management required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biographical and financial research for donor prospecting.
• Manage online granting foundations and secure major gifts.
• Prepare research reports for development tracking.

Skills

Prospect management

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Completion of a University Program consisting of Four Academic Years or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Job description

Prospect Researcher - Limited Term

Tracking Code:req1596

Faculty/Department:Advancement Department

Number of Positions:1

Appointment Type:Limited Term 8 months

Hours of Work:35 hours per week

Salary Range:Level 9- Starting Salary, Step 1$78,033

Posting Date:June 9, 2025

Closing Date:June 20, 2025(7:00 pm EST)

Job Summary: Reporting to the Director, Philanthropy - Advancement, this position plays an important role in meeting the university’s revenue and strategic objectives by providing accurate, current pertinent information and collaborating on prospect identification, clearance and solicitation strategy to develop donor prospect pipelines appropriate to major gift and campaign needs. This role manages a portfolio of online granting foundations and actively seeks new financial support by submitting meaningful and relevant online proposals. The incumbent coordinates and prioritizes requests for research concerning individual, corporate and foundation donors, as well as identify new prospects who are capable of making major gifts and endowed gifts for the university’s big ideas, and ensures consistent standards in written reports and analysis.

Responsibilities/accountabilities:

1. Prospect Research:

• Conducts biographical and financial research, using a variety of online and offline tools and sources to update and create new profiles that contain the appropriate information used by the team’s fundraisers, leadership and senior volunteers
• Shares appropriate news and updates database records with relevant news obtained through media monitoring activities

2. Prospect Identification:

• Identifies sources of major gift private, foundation and corporate support for the university’s campaign and emerging priorities and needs

3. Online Grant Submissions:

• Manages a portfolio of online granting foundations and secure major gifts ($25K+) by preparing and independently submitting compelling and relevant online foundation proposals

4. Prospect Coordination:

• Participates in Prospect Coordination processes by managing Tier levels, relationship management assignments, ratings on records and clearance activities

5. Report Management:

• Prepares research reports tracking progress to enable development officers to manage their portfolios, management to monitor and makes course corrections as required, provide information for Board committees and Board of Governors to track progress against investment

Required Skills:

• Solid knowledge of best practices in regards to prospect management and guiding a prospect management process
• Advanced skills in using software and computer programs such as Windows, Microsoft Office and PowerPoint
• Excellent time management abilities, strong attention to detail and multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment

Required Education:

• Completion of a University Program consisting of Four Academic Years or Equivalent
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered for this role

*Verification of Education may be required Required Experience:

• Over 3 years and including 5

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit in electronic format a covering letter and their resume. Applications will be accepteduntil June 20, 2025or until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate all applications received; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the university and the OPSEU. To the extent that policies are not included in the collective agreement, employment will also be governed by the university’s policies which may also be found on our websitehttps://ontariotechu.caand which may be amended from time-to-time.

Ontario Tech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenization and decolonization (EDIID), and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations, Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and those eligible to work in Canada, will be given priority.

Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.

If you require accommodation, please contactJulie Day, Health and Disability Management Specialist.For more informationabout the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university’sAccessibility Policy

The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of theMississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.

Job Location:Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

Expected Start Date:7/7/2025

Expected End Date:3/27/2026