Hybrid Development Research Manager: Prospect & Donor

The Brookings Institution; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brookings Institution in Washington, DC, is looking for a Development Research Manager to manage and coordinate philanthropic research, supporting fundraising efforts focused on corporate donors.

This hybrid role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least two years of relevant experience in a development setting.

The Manager will work closely with development staff, analyze prospects, and ensure effective communication and strategy implementation to build the giving pipeline.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of two years of experience researching prospects in a development setting.
• Experience in related institutions or familiarity with public policy organizations is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Write prospect profiles, due diligence summaries, and leadership briefings.
• Oversee research components of the event lookbook process.
• Compile and analyze biographical, wealth, and philanthropic information.
• Ensure research activities meet the needs of fundraisers.
• Track suspects and prospects through the pipeline from qualification to cultivation.

Skills

Research proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Brookings Institution in Washington, DC, is looking for a Development Research Manager to manage and coordinate philanthropic research, supporting fundraising efforts focused on corporate donors.

This hybrid role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least two years of relevant experience in a development setting.

The Manager will work closely with development staff, analyze prospects, and ensure effective communication and strategy implementation to build the giving pipeline.