Coordinator, Development Research

• Identifies, develops, analyzes, and maintains information on major gift prospects
• Determines wealth indicators and uses this data to provide appropriate financial capacity ratings
• Analyzes, interprets, updates, and formats biographical, professional, and financial information into concise report formats
• Utilizes a variety of research techniques and resources to prepare background reports, profiles, and other information
• Meets regularly with major gift officers on prospect pipeline development, portfolio review, fundraiser performance metrics, and integrity of all prospect management data in Blackbaud/ Raiser’s Edge/NXT
• Presents appropriate materials in response to requests for information, including but not limited to, in-depth individual profiles, and summary information to support major solicitation and/or stewardship events
• Maintains accurate prospect records and files in Blackbaud/Raiser’s Edge/NXT
• Maintains the confidentiality of sensitive information
• Maintains a clear understanding of Huntsman Cancer Foundation’s mission, programs, and fundraising needs and goals
• Utilize research techniques and resources to assess and determine the viability of major gift prospects
• Prepare reports, and manage and assign pools of potential prospects for major gift officers to qualify and solicit
• Contribute to a collaborative culture that instills trust and respect

• Demonstrated experience in prospect research and management
• Proficiency in using techniques, methodologies, and the range of resources available for prospect research such as LexisNexis, FoundationSearch, Dun & Bradstreet, etc.
• Ability to organize information to identify philanthropic patterns, tendencies, and relationships among individuals, corporations, and foundations
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial disclosure documents for the purposes of wealth assessment (SEC filings, real property files, financial and legal disclosures, etc.)
• Proficiency in using Blackbaud/Raiser’s Edge/NXT
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize work, and manage multiple, diverse, and competing priorities while meeting deadlines
• Strong project management skills and problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to work in a demanding environment
• Excellent written and verbal skills. Must be able to analyze, interpret, synthesize, and present complex information effectively
• Experience with clinical fundraising including knowledge of HIPAA compliance, PHI, and grateful patient fundraising. 

• Familiarity with other CRM systems such as Sales Force
• Experience using Blackbaud/Raiser’s Edge/NXT and NXT ResearchPoint

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3-5 years employe in prospect research

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This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

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