University of Denver Hiring for Senior Prospect Development Analyst at Colorado, USA, Denver Full Time

The University of Denver is building an advancement enterprise that mirrors the excellence of our great institution. Advancement efforts at DU have a tremendous impact through our relationships with DUs remarkable students, dedicated donors, inspiring alumni, engaged families, and wonderful friends. DU is committed to building and fostering a culture of deep engagement and philanthropy in support of our institution as we implement the DU IMPACT 2025 vision. The University of Denver and DU Advancement deeply value inclusive excellence, recognizing that its success is dependent on how well it values, engages, and includes the rich diversity of constituents. You can learn more about inclusive excellence at the University of Denver by visiting The Cultural Centers digital home. As a part of that effort, we are continuing to grow a team of inclusive, collaborative, inquisitive, innovative, ethical, and transparent advancement professionals who value inclusivity and who possess a deep respect for one another and for our shared profession.

Position Summary

Under general direction, the Senior Prospect Development Analyst is responsible for providing best in class prospect research, portfolio management, and related prospect development services to specific fundraising units within the Prospect Development teams liaison structure. This position will primarily focus on providing information to maximize the philanthropic potential of the DU prospect pool through major ($50K+) and leadership gift-level ($1M+) prospect identification, prospect research, data analysis, portfolio management and optimization, and related services in support of effective fundraising programs and activities.

Essential Functions

• Serve as liaison to specific fundraisers and units to inform portfolio and pipeline strategy. Conduct portfolio reviews and manage portfolio optimization process including creation, segmentation, and strategy.
• Conduct prospect pool, portfolio, and/or pipeline analysis for informed recommendation and assist in the overall management of DUs prospect pool.
• Assist the Director of Prospect Development with specific projects for University Campaign as needed.
• Use prospecting tools such as data screening and modeling, including new models developed in collaboration with Advancement partners, to provide analyses of targeted groups and overall prospect pool to better prioritize major and leadership gift prospects.
• Perform prospect identification and research for development officers focused on major gift prospects ($50K+) by analyzing and interpreting biographic, business, and financial information on individuals and/or foundations and corporations, including interpreting liquidity events and their relevance to solicitation strategies and timing, based on the Universitys fundraising strategies and objectives.
• Prepare accurate, clear, and concise research profiles and briefings to communicate relevant prospect research that advances the qualification, cultivation, and solicitation of prospective donors to major gift officers.
• Help to oversee the timely and accurate entry of key prospect management information (e.g., news articles about alumni, updated employment and philanthropic information, obituaries, etc.) into the CRM, communicating this information to key stakeholders as necessary.
• Provide training to development officers in designated units as needed.
• Work with the Director of Prospect Development to set strategic goals for the Prospect Development team.
• Serve as a resource to Prospect Development Analysts in providing guidance and advice on practical application of prospect research and portfolio management concepts and best practices; provide subject matter expertise for one or more advanced prospect research topics.
• Serve as an active and collaborative partner to all central and unit-based advancement functions and campus colleagues to foster strategic, effective, and collaborative advancement practices.
• Model “One DU” leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven research and analytical techniques, emphasizing the ability to gather, evaluate and synthesize data and information from various sources and present information in a clear and cohesive manner.
• Knowledge of current trends in philanthropy and higher education as well as advanced analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to present information in formal and informal settings and impart understanding of complex ideas to others.
• Displays and demonstrates overall knowledge of prospect development, including prospect identification, research and management, as well as data analysis, querying and reporting.
• Proven ability to deal with confidential matters with tact and sensitivity.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to strategic discussions, connecting the science of research with the art of relationship building.
• Expertise in industry-standard sources of data; familiarity with databases such as LexisNexis for Development Professionals (LNDP), ResearchPoint, iWave, Foundation Directory, Rel-Sci, desired.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience (Veterans with equivalent combination of military certification/education and experience may substitute for the degree qualification).
• 3 years in research, tracking or data analysis with success in understanding internal and external clients needs and ability to translate needs into viable resources for clientele.
• Management experience, to include projects or personnel

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters Degree in a related field
• Experience working in higher education, political, or non-profit.
• Membership with Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA), Association for Advancement Services Professionals (AASP), Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) or other related professional organization.

Working Environment

• Open office environment
• Noise level is quiet to moderate
• Position is eligible for hybrid or remote work

Physical Activities

• Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period
• Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs. with assistance

Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., some nights and weekends as required

Application Deadline
For best consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) May 31, 2023.

Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Salary Grade Number:
The salary grade for the position is 10.

Salary Range:
The salary range for this position is $60,000-$70,000.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidates sex or any other protected status.

Benefits
The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Please include the following documents with your application:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Denver prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age (40 years and over in the employment context), religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, veterans status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the university’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended in 2008; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For the university’s complete Non-Discrimination Statement, please see non‑discrimination‑statement.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.