Prospect Research & Donor Insight Specialist

Socket.dev; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Mary's College is seeking a Prospect Research Analyst to analyze financial capacity, philanthropic history, and connections to inform donor strategies. The role collaborates with field fundraisers to support cultivation and solicitation efforts with confidential reports and data-driven insights.

Ideal candidates bring strong research skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently while upholding integrity and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required from an accredited institution.
• 2–5 years in prospect research, fundraising research, data analysis, or related field.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and data integrity.
• Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources clearly.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Google Workspace, and CRMs.
• Self-starter who can manage multiple priorities independently.

Responsibilities

• Identify prospective major gift donors by analyzing capacity, giving propensity, relationships, and connections.
• Prepare confidential prospect research reports and briefings to support donor strategies.
• Monitor news and financial information related to alumni and prospects.
• Identify and track key accomplishments and areas of interest for prospects.
• Enter and maintain accurate prospect data in the CRM with appropriate details.
• Maintain data integrity and accessibility of donor information.
• Prepare detailed briefings for senior leadership and development staff.
• Collaborate with field fundraisers to support strategy and cultivation.
• Assist the Director of Research with data analysis and reporting initiatives.
• Coordinate with Gift Processing, Alumnae Relations, Development, and other departments.
• Stay current on prospect research trends and best practices.
• Supervise and provide direction to one student worker.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Research & analysis

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Data integrity

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Google Workspace

CRM databases

Job description

Saint Mary's College is seeking a Prospect Research Analyst to analyze financial capacity, philanthropic history, and connections to inform donor strategies. The role collaborates with field fundraisers to support cultivation and solicitation efforts with confidential reports and data-driven insights.

Ideal candidates bring strong research skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently while upholding integrity and ethical standards.