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    Senior Analyst, Prospect Research - Chicago, United States - The University of Chicago

    The University of Chicago
    The University of Chicago Chicago, United States

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    locations

    Chicago, IL

    time type

    Full time

    posted on

    Posted 5 Days Ago

    job requisition id

    JR24588

    Department

    ARD Prospect Identification & Research
    About the Department


    Alumni Relations and Development (ARD) engages alumni (~190k), current students, parents and friends of the University through intellectual, professional and social activities on campus, around the world and online.

    ARD raises $600 Million annually to support faculty and researchers, practitioners and patients, and students and programs across the University.

    Our work supports priorities in every division, school, department, and institute.


    The Prospect Development and Decision Support (PDDS) team maximizes the value of fundraising data and systems to ARD staff and the University.

    We offer insight derived from analytics and qualitative research to drive fundraising strategy.

    We help staff members to work more effectively with data and technology through staff education programs, process and system design services, and change management planning.

    Working at the individual, team, and organizational level, we help make ARD staff informed, efficient, and successful in their efforts to maximize the University of Chicago's fundraising and engagement potential.


    This position has a hybrid work schedule which includes weekly in office presence located in Hyde Park at 5235 South Harper Court.

    Job Summary

    This position conducts biographical and financial research on individuals, corporations, and/or foundations to support fundraising. Identifies prospective donors using research and analysis through use of standard procedures. Forecasts and measures the effectiveness of the fiscal year and overall campaign progress, which will help employees in the job acquire higherlevel knowledge and skills.

    Responsibilities

    Improves the depth and quality of the University's pool by leveraging internal data and publicly available information to ascertain donor interests and financial capacity.

    Partners with fundraisers and Prospect Development teams to efficiently help principal gift donors find the path to a rewarding philanthropic relationship with the University of Chicago.

    Using diverse tools and resources, employs financial and biographical research methods to ensure that fundraisers are engaged in the most valueadded activities, and prospects receive the requisite attention and cultivation.
    Reviews, analyzes, and synthesizes information about individuals and groups of donors to assess philanthropic capacity and inform fundraising strategy.
    Actively monitors news publications, tying developments and trends back to work being done by the University.
    Creates briefing materials for the University President and senior leaders across the organization.
    Proofs and edits colleagues' documents in accordance with team standards.

    Provides research and strategy support to the Principal Gifts team and develops deep understanding and knowledge of the principal gifts pool.

    Conducts audits and maintains data, especially as it relates to the top of the prospect pyramid.

    Participates in efforts to educate ARD colleagues on prospect research, the nature of wealth as it relates to philanthropy, and the University's prospect pool.

    Seeks opportunities for professional development that will enhance job performance, including attending webinars, seminars, building networks within the University and with colleagues at peer institutions.

    Develops, maintains, and updates information on new and existing prospects, solving problems as they arise.
    May provide guidance to analysts, train staff members on fundraising, report writing, and research.
    Performs other related work as needed.

    Minimum Qualifications


    Education:
    Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
    Work

    Experience:
    Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 25 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
    Certifications:Preferred Qualifications

    Education:
    Coursework in project management, business, finance, economics, analytics, library and information science, or nonprofit management.


    Experience:


    Minimum two years of work experience in nonprofit management, development, alumni relations, marketing, public relations, sales, or similar professional work experience.


    Technical Skills or Knowledge:


    Demonstrated skill and knowledge of, or ability to learn quickly, the internal workings of the University as well as the technology tools available to the Office of Alumni Relations and Development including Phoenix, the University's donor relationship management system, and the Microsoft Windows environment.

    Preferred Competencies
    Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills characterized by the ability to listen, to speak, and to write effectively.
    Manage confidential information with discretion and tact.
    Act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
    Work collegially and collaboratively in a team setting.
    Selfmotivation and the ability to take initiative.
    Prioritize multiple projects and independently follow through with detail.
    Working Conditions
    This position has a hybrid work schedule which includes weekly in office presence.
    Standard office environment.
    Travel to campus and/or noncampus locations for University business.
    Work evenings and weekends as needed.
    This position is located in Hyde Park at 5235 South Harper Court.
    Application Documents
    Resume/CV (required)
    Cover Letter, addressed to Hiring Committee (preferred)

    When applying, the document(s)


    MUST
    be uploaded via the

    My Experience

    page, in the section titled

    Application Documents

    of the application.

    Job Family

    Alumni Relations & Development
    Role Impact

    Individual Contributor
    FLSA Status

    Exempt
    Pay Frequency

    Monthly
    Scheduled

    Weekly Hours

    37.5
    Benefits Eligible

    Yes
    Drug Test Required

    No
    Health Screen Required

    No
    Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

    No
    Posting Statement

    The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal

    Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans


    and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.

    For additional information please see the

    University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
    Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call

    or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

    We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

    All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.
    A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.
    Rather, the University considers conviction information on a casebycase basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

    The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information.


    The Report can be accessed online at:
    . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL

    About Us

    The University of Chicago is an urban research university that has driven new ways of thinking since 1890.

    Our commitment to free and open inquiry draws inspired scholars to our global campuses, where ideas are born that challenge and change the world.

    We empower individuals to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas. Students in the College develop critical, analytic, and writing skills in our rigorous, interdisciplinary core curriculum.

    Through graduate programs, students test their ideas with UChicago scholars, and become the next generation of leaders in academia, industry, nonprofits, and government.

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