at Loyola University Of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Position Details
Position Details
Job Title
Associate Director, Prospect Management & Research
Position Number
8100613
Job Category
University Staff
Job Type
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Campus
Chicago-Water Tower Campus
Department Name
DEVELOPMENT & DONOR SERVICES
Location Code
DEVELOPMENT & DONOR SERVICES (03635A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
No
Duties and Responsibilities
This position is responsible for supervising Sr. Prospect and Research analysts as well as performing portfolio optimization and strategy duties in support of frontline fundraising.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
Serves as liaison to fundraising units to inform portfolio and pipeline strategy. Conducts portfolio reviews, manages portfolio optimization process for specific fundraisers and units at, and assists in the overall management of university prospect pool.
Partner with Advancement colleagues to manage PM&R responsibilities for specific University volunteer boards, particularly the Board of Trustees and National Alumni Advisory Board. Responsible for proactively identifying potential volunteer board members, maintaining the pipeline of board candidates, and preparing candidate profiles and briefing materials.
Assist the Director of PM&R with the special projects for University Campaign such as the creation of gift tables, analyzing prospect pools, and developing top prospect lists, as presented.
Uses prospecting tools such as data screening and modeling, including new models developed in collaboration with university partners, to provide analyses of targeted groups and overall prospect pool to better prioritize major and principal gift prospects.
Under the direction of the Director of Prospect Management & Research, assists with developing new portfolio management procedures and data-entry protocol.
Hires, trains, and manages Sr. Prospect Analyst and Research Analyst who liaise with fundraising staff.
Performs prospect identification and research on prospects by analyzing and interpreting biographic, business and financial information on individuals and/or corporations and foundations based on the University's fundraising strategies and objectives.
Prepares accurate, clear, and concise research profiles and briefings to communicate relevant details that advance the qualification, cultivation, and solicitation of prospective donors to major gift officers and senior leadership.
Helps to oversee the timely and accurate entry of key prospect management information (e.g., news articles about alumni, obituaries) into the CRM, communicating this information to key stakeholders as necessary.
Develops and maintains ongoing, collaborative relationships with Advancement staff.
Key Partner in maintaining strong knowledge of Loyola University Chicago's programs, projects, personnel and initiatives.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills acquired through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job description
Qualifications
One year of supervisory experience.
Experience in higher education strongly preferred.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
None
Computer Skills
Proficiency in office software including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Familiarity with prospect research resources including business and philanthropic publications and automated databases.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Yes
Required operation of university owned vehicles
No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
No
Physical Demands
Standing, Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions
None
Open Date
02/15/2023
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors . We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable,... For full info follow application link.
Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.
Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
