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Prospect Development Analyst
Job Description
Posting Number
PG193100SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Prospect Development AnalystAnticipated Hiring Range
$43,000 - $48,000Work Schedule
Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm and other hours as needed to fulfill the duties of this position; flexible work arrangement available.Job Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
Advancement ServicesAbout the Department
North Carolina State University (NC State) was founded in 1887 with the purpose of creating economic, societal, and intellectual prosperity for the people of North Carolina. Today it is the largest university in North Carolina with more than 34,000 high-performing students, 8,000 pre-eminent faculty and staff, and 205,000 alumni. NC State is known for its leadership in research, education, and service and, as a research intensive university, is recognized for its strengths in science, engineering, and technology. The University consistently ranks among the top public national universities and one of the best values in higher education.
The mission of University Advancement is to secure support for NC State University in terms of dollars, service, and engagement by delivering an integrated program of development, alumni relations, communications and marketing, and advancement services. Our objective is to build deep and long-term relationships with alumni and other stakeholders and partners that will ensure increased support to NC State in the future.
Advancement Services provides timely, accurate, and actionable resources to enhance fundraising and engagement activities at NC State University. We achieve this through effective business intelligence and reporting, compelling donor research and analysis, innovative technology, quality donor and alumni information, and superior customer service, all while applying ethical gift and data management practices. Advancement Services supports the operations of Alumni Relations, University Development and University Communications. The unit oversees the University’s alumni and donor database, AdvanceTM, Advance BI systems, processing gifts and conducting research about potential contribution opportunities. Advancement Services also maintains financial records, conducts donor research, receipts corporate & individual private gifts following the NC State Standard Operating Procedures for Acceptance of Gifts, administers the corporate matching gifts program, updates & verifies alumni records, manages donor prospect tracking systems, plans and manages gift agreements & endowment reports.
The Office of Prospect Development is a subunit of Advancement Services, one of four departments managed by University Advancement (UA). Prospect Development’s mission is to enhance NC State’s philanthropic endeavors by partnering with fundraisers to deliver timely information, moves management, and data and prospect analysis. In doing so, we maximize the opportunity for private funding that benefits students, faculty, and the university’s strategic priorities.
We function as two teams with one unified goal. The Prospect Research side develops estimated capacity ratings, providing valuable asset and giving information at the right time of the donor cycle, and engages in suspect identification activities through proactive research. The Prospect Management side completes the team by performing moves management system updates, providing complex analysis, and reviewing portfolios to ensure standards and activity goals are being met.
Essential Job Duties
NC State seeks a Prospect Development Analyst with a focus on prospect research.
The successful candidate will have exceptional judgment and the ability to multitask and embrace change, as well as the ability to work strategically with our partners in Development to maximize returns on solicitations and gifts for the university. This position involves work with highly confidential information and complete discretion is required. Excellent attention to detail, decision-making, and time management skills is also required.
The primary purpose of the Prospect Development Analyst position is to research, analyze, and communicate relevant information on individuals, corporations, and foundations that can be strategically applied throughout the development cycle.
The Prospect Development Analyst reports to the Associate Director of Prospect Development and partners with college and unit-based development personnel, as well as other Advancement Services staff, to accomplish each unit’s goals.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Using our library of research tools, investigate, interpret, and analyze internal and external data to identify and assess potential new major gift prospects for the university.
- Review and synthesize accumulated asset and other information to evaluate financial capacity, philanthropic tendencies, giving propensity, and connection to campus initiatives.
- Interpret complex financial disclosure documents and evaluate other wealth factors to produce philanthropic capacity estimates.
- Utilize critical and creative thinking skills to determine when standard formulas and processes are not appropriate and other evaluation methods are necessary.
- Collaborate with development officers across campus by proactively providing data and recommendations on new and existing prospects.
- Proactively build, evaluate, and manage prospect pipelines to meet the needs of the colleges/development units to which the analyst is assigned.
- Segment and analyze large data sets and summarize the information to provide suggestions, especially for enhancing discovery pools.
Other Responsibilities
- Actively maintain/improve professional knowledge and participate in related training sessions; participate in planned and ad-hoc activities designed to improve team and office effectiveness and efficiency.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Experience/Education
Bachelor’s degree; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications
- Previous database management experience (1-3 years).
- Knowledge of software used for fundraising/alumni data and an understanding of information management in a database structure.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications, with an advanced knowledge of Excel.
- Strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills, including the ability to show flexibility and adaptability when confronted with competing priorities and interests.
- The ability to interact effectively and collegially with diverse groups who may have different purposes.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Organizational skills to handle several projects simultaneously, accommodate shifting priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with database operations and usage, including CRM and other relational databases.
- Knowledge of public information sources/resources.
- Proficiency in using subscription information services, especially those commonly used in Prospect Research.
- Experience in fundraising or fundraising support (preferably higher education fundraising).
- Knowledge of, and commitment to, the values and mission of NC State University and the goals and principles of the NC State Advancement Team.
Required License or Certification
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required
NoCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoJob Open Date
03/06/2023Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
03/13/2023Notice to Applicants
Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume.”
Special Instructions
In addition to your application please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for at least three (3) professional references.
Position Number
00044502Position Type
SHRAPosition Classification Band Title
University Program AssociatePosition Classification Band Level
JourneyPosition Classification Salary Range
$31,200 - $56,545Salary Grade Equivalency
GN07Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency EventTime Limited Position
NoIs this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?
NoDepartment Id
085001 - Advancement ServicesAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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