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Research Analyst

In partnership with fundraising staff members, the Research Analyst will identify new and qualify existing donor investors through innovative, systematic, prospect identification processes and will assist in the development of strategies for engaging and cultivating major gift donors. Depending on area of assignment, donor prospects could be individuals, corporations and / or organizations.

What you'll do :

• Proactively identifies prospects using fundraising analytics, screening, alerts, and routine research activities to determine a donor's giving capacity, interest, and ties to the University
• Maintains and updates individual biographical, financial, business, and relationship information on the alumni and development donor database
• Upholds all fundraising and prospect research professional standards and expectations
• Collaborates and strategizes regularly with development staff to gain an understanding of their goals and priorities and advises them on identification, engagement, solicitation, and stewardship strategies to maximize fundraising effectiveness
• Analyzes, interpret, and summarizes financial disclosure documents for purposes of wealth assessment
• Conducts in-depth research on individuals, corporations, and foundations, utilizing confidential files and print, electronic, and on-line resources
• Assists in maintaining database records and promoting system integrity; ensures that the activity and movement of prospects through the fundraising cycle is coordinated through the database
• Creates financial qualifications and in-depth financial profiles, and rates current and prospective donor investors for various University fundraising initiatives and volunteer leadership opportunities
• Represents the department on various foundation-wide boards and / or committees
• Provides training, guidance, and assistance to development staff, as needed, on donor and research database
• Prepares reports on status of organizational prospects, CFR portfolios, and national organization giving trend data
• Prepares and delivers presentations and training to Foundation staff on basic prospect research, and mentors new researchers
• Stays up to date and knowledgeable of multiple screening strategies and methodologies, including (but not limited to) constituent list segmentation on the basis of limited, specific variables such as zip code, age, sex, or other demographic data; external, electronic database screening and peer group screening
• Works with team on priority requests and special projects ensuring that all deadlines are met with quality products

What you'll need :

Relevant qualifications :

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About ASU Foundation :

The ASU Foundation fosters partnerships between ASU and like-minded individuals, corporations and foundations who believe in ASU's mission and provide resources for ASU to manifest its charter into meaningful impact. These partnerships empower ASU to advance student access, serve our community, protect the planet, create equity in higher education and conduct research for the public good.

At the ASU Foundation We Value :

Character

We prioritize character and integrity in every decision and action, establishing trust as the foundation of all that we do.

Service

We are dedicated to serving our students, donors, communities, and colleagues by fostering support and collaboration to ensure that our efforts are impactful.

Innovation

Innovation drives us to create meaningful opportunities and solutions, helping every member of our global community achieve meaningful outcomes.

The ASU Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer