Donor Prospect Intelligence Analyst

University of New Hampshire; Durham (NH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Hampshire in Durham, NH seeks a skilled Prospect Research Analyst to identify and evaluate prospective donors, delivering research intelligence to advance major gift strategies. You will partner with development teams, provide analytical insight, and support a high-functioning donor pipeline with autonomy and professional judgment.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in research, writing, and critical thinking within higher education or non-profit

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience in higher education, nonprofit, advancement, or similar roles.
• Strong research, writing, and critical thinking skills.
• Experience with CRM platforms and donor/prospect research tools.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to the fundraising program by researching and evaluating prospective donors.
• Translate data into clear research products for gift officers and leadership.
• Monitor news and developments to surface timely intelligence for development strategy.
• Support proactive prospect identification and pipeline growth.

Skills

Prospect research methodologies

Wealth assessment

Donor analysis

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational/time management

Initiative and judgment

Collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 3 years experience

Tools

CRM platforms

Prospect research tools

Job description

The University of New Hampshire in Durham, NH seeks a skilled Prospect Research Analyst to identify and evaluate prospective donors, delivering research intelligence to advance major gift strategies. You will partner with development teams, provide analytical insight, and support a high-functioning donor pipeline with autonomy and professional judgment.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in research, writing, and critical thinking within higher education or non-profit