University of Colorado · 17 hours ago
Development Research Analyst
Denver, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$64K/yr - $68K/yr
1+ years expThe University of Colorado is dedicated to making a difference in higher education and is seeking a Development Research Analyst. This role supports fundraising efforts by identifying new donor prospects and providing analysis to inform fundraising strategies, while collaborating closely with campus partners.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Researches, synthesizes, and analyzes biographical and financial information on specific individuals, foundations, and corporations for major gift fundraising needs
Follows ethical guidelines to utilize intuitive and creative approaches in all aspects of research
Critically assesses information identified to determine relevance
Utilizes print, online media, and online vendor tools and screenings to identify new high potential individual, foundation, or corporate donor prospects
Locates timely information about alumni, business transactions, market trends, and/or and higher education status or affiliation
Identifies potential prospects as related to pertinent situations and projects
Serves as a liaison between Advancement and assigned system or campus partners by meeting with stakeholders as necessary to build relationships and effectively collaborate with unit partners
Along with the rest of the team, supports CU President with event bios, briefings for personal meetings, prospect lists, and analyses as needed
Collaborates with fundraisers and internal partners to research, build, and maintain quality prospect pools and to move prospects through the process of identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
Maintains an active awareness of organizational vision, mission, goals, objectives, and directions of CU Advancement, the CU System, and its four campuses
Participates in strategy meetings to share pertinent information already obtained, determine research needs, and ensure research efforts provide useful information that supports fundraising efforts
Participates in trainings with fundraising staff as needed to educate and increase awareness of services and information available through their own efforts, and information that can be obtained through research staff, materials, and databases
Takes turn managing request queue, including negotiating deadlines and scope of work, keeping track of upcoming deadlines, and quickly completing low-effort research or training requests
Proactively develops new ideas and projects
Participates in special projects as requested
Conducts descriptive analysis projects for system and campus fundraising partners and leadership, including analysis of giving patterns, historic giving and projections, pool demographics, etc
Creates data visualizations or narratives and presents on results as needed
Updates donor database (Salesforce Ascend) with information on donors, alumni, and prospects obtained through research
Analyzes, prioritizes, and disseminates results of database screenings with the purpose of informing decision-making and increasing private support
Maintains a high level of professionalism with sensitive and confidential information
Develops and maintains a network of professional contacts with the purpose of cultivating an understanding of national best practices, principles, techniques, and technologies for fundraising performance
Learns about technologies, products, and tactics that could improve the effectiveness of the CU Advancement program and applies relevant information to grow and achieve an industry-leading program
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution of higher education or equivalent professional experience (professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis)
One (1) year of equivalent experience related to fundraising, research, data analysis, management and maintenance
Ability to utilize internet navigation and research tools (e.g., on-line, printed, etc.)
Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with development staff
Ability to analyze and synthesize complex financial and/or constituent information
Ability to follow ethical guidelines and uphold high ethical standards
Ability to deal with confidential material
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, and to be cognizant of and address details
Ability to analyze issues and solve problems
Knowledge of Securities and Exchange Commission documents and financial terminology
Proficient personal computer skills, especially as they relate to donor tracking software and the Microsoft Office Suite of products (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
Preferred
Two (2) years' equivalent experience, as stated above
Non-profit experience, preferably in a higher education fundraising environment
Experience with Salesforce Ascend donor database or similar Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system
Benefits
No-cost or low-cost medical & dental plan options, some inclusive of IVF assistance.
Disability, Life, Vision Insurance options.
Multiple retirement planning options including a mandatory 401(a) plan where CU contributes 10% of your gross pay, a 401k or 403b plan and a 457 deferred compensation plan.
Pre-tax savings plans, such as Health care and Dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Embrace a healthy work-life balance with ample sick and vacation leave, along with at least 12 paid holidays. This includes a dedicated week off for winter break.
6 weeks of parental leave to adjust to the joys of parenthood.
A tuition benefit program for you and/or your dependents.
Free RTD EcoPass and Free Onsite Parking at our 1800 Grant Street Office.
Many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.
Company
University of Colorado
University of Colorado offers higher education and serving as the catalysts in business, arts, health, and community growth.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.5MKey Investors
US Department of Energy"US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation"
2023-07-27Grant
2023-01-26Grant
2021-04-06Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Richard Schulick
Professor and Chair of Surgery
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