Job Description
Are you a
data-driven professional with a passion for making a difference in the world of charitable giving? Do you have a keen eye for identifying ideal donors and delivering valuable insights to key stakeholders? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! We are seeking a talented
Donor and Prospect Research Manager to join our dynamic team!
Location : Richmond, hybrid schedule opportunity
Rate: Competitive salary + great benefits!
The
Donor and Prospect Research Manager is responsible for the proactive and systematic planning, development, and prioritization of major gift prospect research processes and procedures for Ministry Advancement. Therolewill play a crucial part in driving the organization's fundraising efforts by leveraging expertise in data mining, modeling, and delivery.
Responsibilities: - Proactively plan, develop, and prioritize major gift prospect research processes and procedures
- Manage the identification, evaluation, reporting, and maintenance of relevant information on major gift prospects
- Analyze, interpret, visualize, and communicate biographical, financial, and institutional engagement information needed to facilitate giving invitations
- Collaborate with Giver Ministries and IMB senior leadership for the development of major gift asks
- Prioritize and rank major gift prospects based on their capacity, inclination, and affinity
- Acquire and manage wealth screening databases and services
- Identify and communicate giving patterns and trends through data mining of internal and external databases
- Develop surveys and referral systems for existing givers to recommend potential major gift prospects including international prospective givers
- Ensure alignment of major gift prospects with IMB's vision, mission, and objectives
- Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of research, engagement, and major gift ask strategies.
Requirements: - Master's degree in Decision Science, Business Management, Finance or related field (preferred)
- At least 5-8 years of relevant analytics and research experience
- Strong competency in data mining, data modeling, and delivery
- Experience working in a nonprofit or fundraising environment
- Familiarity with fundraising databases and CRM systems
- Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques (e.g., SQL, Python, R)
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities
- Skilled in data visualization using tools such as Tableau, PowerBI, or ArcGIS
- Skilled in storytelling with data that goes beyond the first take and numbers to provide actionable insights.
- The ideal candidate is a creative thinker and decision scientist who is Spirit-led with discerning wisdom. We are looking for someone with strong leadership skills, relational skills, commitment to continuous improvement, and a can-do mindset.
Benefits and Perks: - Medical insurance with choice of 3 plans, dental, vision, HSA and FSA benefit plans (and more!)
- Short- and long-term disability and basic life insurance coverage (employer paid) - with supplemental coverage available
- 403(b) Retirement Plan Savings - with 5% employer contribution plus up to a 4% matching contribution, fully vested after 3 years
- 21 days of paid time off accrued in the first year, plus 11 paid holidays and the week between Christmas and New Years
- Volunteer Mission Trip Benefits so you can experience mission life first hand by working with our teams overseas
- Tuition discounts - including 100% tuition free from SEBTS for you and your children
- See a summary of our comprehensive benefits package for full time regular and contract employees here.
If you are a results-oriented professional with a passion for making a difference, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to join our team and help us drive meaningful change through strategic prospect research.
Worker Type: Employee
Regular
Time Type: Full time International Mission Board
Job Tags
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