Senior Research Officer

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Job Number:  J1223-0009

Job Title:  Senior Research Officer

Job Type:  Continuing Full Time

Department:  University Advancement

Job Category:  Fundraising

Number of Positions:  1

Date Posted (dd/mm/yyyy):  15/12/2023

Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy):  08/01/2024

Salary (with Salary Rate):  73,925.00 - 81,412.00/Year

Employee Group:  CUPE 2424

Salary Level:  10R

Hours Per Week:  35

Date Position Available:  01/12/2023

Carleton University is situated on unceded Algonquin territory and bordered by the Rideau River and the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in Ottawa, Ontario. The university is just minutes from the heart of our nation's government and G-7 organizations and this capital advantage provides opportunities for staff and faculty and students to make a positive impact in our community and around the world.

As one of the 2023 Top 100 Employers in Canada and one of the National Capital Region’s Top Employers for nine consecutive years, Carleton University is one of Canada’s most resourceful and productive hubs of learning and research, fuelling a rich talent pipeline that is supporting social and economic renewal. The university’s smart, caring and connected community inspires and empowers individuals to become change leaders who drive impact in the world while challenging conventional modes of thinking and doing. At Carleton, we are committed to fostering an innovative, equitable and welcoming work environment. Carleton is also a nationally certified Healthy Workplace and is a recipient of the Canada Awards for Excellence, Healthy Workplace Order of Excellence and Platinum Level Certification for Mental Health at Work.

The university’s Strategic Integrated Plan 2020-2025 is an ambitious vision for the future, anchored in Carleton’s strengths and student-centric, community-engaged values.

Reporting to the Assistant Director, Prospect Research and Management, the Senior Research Officer serves as a lead hand for the prospect research team, providing training and mentorship for research staff, coordinating research requests, and working closely with the Assistant Director to foster a collaborative working environment and increase the efficiency and the effectiveness of prospect research.

The incumbent is responsible for providing a full range of research and strategy support for the major and principal gifts teams, with a focus on prospects and donors with principal gift and high levels of major gift potentials. Through leadership in prospect research and identification, pipeline development, and media monitoring, the Senior Research Officer directly contributes to the success of the University’s fundraising objectives.

The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:
• Excellent knowledge and a deep understanding of the role of prospect research in major gift fundraising.
• Proven success in providing prospect research for fundraising campaigns and initiatives.
• Advanced knowledge of principal tools and best practices for prospect research and proficiency with various online databases such as iWave, Grant Connect, LexisNexis, Factiva, SEDAR, SEDI, etc.
• Proficiency in analyzing and interpreting complex business and financial documents for wealth assessment. Familiarity with various screening strategies and methodologies, including data mining, segmentation, and analytics.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with diverse audiences, including researchers, fundraisers, and senior-level administration.
• Strong project management, organizational, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Commitment to providing excellent client service.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to present research findings and recommendations.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to multi-task, work well under significant time pressures and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with a minimal degree of supervision within a dedicated team framework.
• Understanding of privacy and access to information legislation. Demonstrated professionalism in handling highly sensitive and confidential information ethically and with discretion.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of applications including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Teams, and experience working with a relational database, preferably Banner Advancement.

The above is normally acquired through the completion of:
• Master’s degree in a relevant field (Master of Library & Information Science preferred).
• Minimum of five years’ experience in prospect research.
• Project supervision, training and coaching experience is required to be successful in this role.

Assets:
• Experience in a post-secondary institution or major nonprofit.
• Familiarity with Banner Advancement.

Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.

This position is regularly required to work on campus in person. In the event of a public health emergency or a health and safety issue, it is possible that you may be required to work temporarily remotely due to public health orders, directives and/or health and safety requirements. If this happens, you will work with your direct manager to set up a remote work environment including discussing appropriate technology and requirements. You are required to follow all University policies and directives, including to set up a safe and confidential workspace in a remote location and ensure all Carleton property (intellectual and other) is safeguarded. If required to work remotely, you will be notified by your manager when working full time physically onsite will resume.

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