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Acumen · 9 hours ago

Development & Partnerships Prospect Research Associate (Contract)

New York, United States

Contract

Hybrid

Entry Level

$28.85/hr - $28.85/hr

1+ years exp

Acumen is a global force of entrepreneurs, investors, philanthropists, and social innovators working together to build a world based on dignity. They are seeking a Prospect Research Associate to provide operational and research support for their fundraising efforts.

AgricultureClean EnergyCommunitiesEducationFinancial ServicesNon ProfitSolarTrainingVenture Capital

No H1B

Responsibilities

Using fundraising research tools, including Altrata and DonorAtlas, to identify and qualify high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth prospects and family foundations, map connections to Acumen’s leadership, and collaborate with relationship managers within the high-net-worth cohort to conduct and track outreach to expand the donor pipeline for our fundraising campaign

Researching, qualifying, and tracking prospective attendees for the 2027 25th anniversary gala

Salesforce database management

Generating leads through research and targeted outreach to lapsed partners and prospects in our database, fueling the expansion of our Partner community

Ensuring excellence in the management of Salesforce data

Create Salesforce reports and analyze data to inform fundraising and event trends; research and map giving trends, and share findings with the wider team

Be willing to contribute outside of these areas as needed. There will likewise be opportunities to explore and contribute to other areas of Acumen’s work that align with your personal or professional interests

Qualification

Fundraising research toolsSalesforce database managementResearch skillsData miningNon-profit sector experienceEthicsInterest in technologyOrganizational skillsSelf-starter

Required

At least a year of experience working in the US non-profit sector in fundraising or philanthropy organizations, or similar

The ability to handle confidential, personal information and respect privacy policies

Strong research skills with the ability to develop proactive prospecting methodologies, including data mining and sophisticated constituent data queries

The highest standards of ethics and aligned with Acumen's values

Highly organized, motivated self-starter who is resourceful, capable of adapting, and working with colleagues across multiple geographies

The ability to work and deliver projects independently, proactively, and within deadlines

An interest in technology, with ideally a working knowledge of Salesforce

Self-reflective and aligned with Acumen's values

Permanent authorization to work in the US