Prospect Strategy Analyst: Donor Insights

Western Kentucky University; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Kentucky University is seeking a Prospect Strategy Analyst to support donor prospecting and research for the Division of Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement. You will work with a team of fundraising professionals to identify alumni, parents, and friends and prepare profiles and event bios to inform cultivation and solicitation.

The role requires research skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects; proficiency in Excel and LexisNexis is preferred, with

Qualifications

• Must be a self-starter, organized and able to work in a team environment.
• Ability to establish priorities and work independently.
• Research skills to locate and validate information from multiple sources including websites, social media, and commercial research databases.
• Advanced problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and analyze alumni, parents, and friends in support of fundraising efforts.
• Produce prospect and donor profiles and event bios to support cultivation and solicitation activities.
• Assist with portfolio audits and assignment reviews as needed.
• Collaborate with campus partners to manage prospect records in the database and perform regular data audits.

Skills

Advanced Excel

LexisNexis

Data analysis

Written & verbal communication

Project management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Research databases

Job description

Western Kentucky University is seeking a Prospect Strategy Analyst to support donor prospecting and research for the Division of Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement. You will work with a team of fundraising professionals to identify alumni, parents, and friends and prepare profiles and event bios to inform cultivation and solicitation.

The role requires research skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects; proficiency in Excel and LexisNexis is preferred, with