Director of Prospect Research

Scion Nonprofit Staffing, an award-winning full-service staffing firm, has been engaged to lead the search for a Director of Prospect Research on behalf of our client, a dedicated organization committed to building awareness and securing support for its mission of advancing groundbreaking research, fostering innovative educational initiatives, and driving key strategic priorities. This full-time, flexible hybrid position is available immediately for qualified candidates based in New York City.

POSITION SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Chief Strategy Officer, the Director of Prospect Research will collaborate closely with the Chief Development Officer, regional development teams, development operations, and other national functions to drive success across fundraising initiatives. The Director of Prospect Research will design and implement a comprehensive prospect and donor pipeline program. This position will be critical in strengthening fundraising efforts and achieving organizational goals. The ideal candidate will deeply understand charitable giving, nonprofit organizations, and higher education, leveraging industry best practices to enhance prospect management and donor engagement strategies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Continuously identify and evaluate high-potential donors by assessing their capacity, interest, and giving history.
• Collaborate with fundraisers to develop effective engagement strategies for prospective donors.
• Ensure all research adheres to ethical standards and maintains quality in all outputs.
• Evaluate donor-giving patterns and characteristics, including demographics, employment, board involvement, and giving history.
• Create accurate profiles, reports, and analyses on individuals, corporations, and foundations with major gift potential.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of donor and prospect data.
• Assist in refining and maintaining strategic, well-balanced donor portfolios for AFHU.
• Develop and manage a capacity rating system in Raiser’s Edge to align donor strategies with fundraising goals.
• Collaborate with development teams, operations, and leadership to share research insights and co-create effective donor engagement strategies.
• Oversee donor database integrity, ensuring accurate record creation, relationship linking, updates for records, and credit management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required, with at least six years of relevant experience.
• Ambitious and collaborative, with a strong ability to lead and achieve results.
• Skilled in data analysis, report design, and synthesizing information effectively.
• Proven ability to work independently and thrive in a team-oriented environment.
• Enthusiastic about building and improving systems, with a proactive approach to assessing and enhancing processes.
• Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Strong commitment to data privacy, confidentiality, and resource prioritization.
• Exceptional organizational, written, and verbal communication abilities.
• Advanced project management skills, capable of managing multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Adept at contributing ideas and implementing process improvements.
• Experienced in developing and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient in Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM systems.
• Skilled in utilizing research tools and resources such as Wealth-X, LexisNexis, SEC, and FEC records.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
In addition to a competitive salary range of $120,000 to $135,000,  the comprehensive benefits package includes medical and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 403(b)-retirement savings plan, and access to the TransitChek program. Employees also benefit from an Employee Assistance Program and a generous time off and holiday policy.

TO APPLY:
For immediate consideration, submit your resume and cover letter (formatted in MS Word), sharing more about your experience and interest in this role via: https://scionnonprofitstaffing.com/job/12491

ABOUT OUR FIRM:
Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.

We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online. Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. 

For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.