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William & Mary

Prospect Research Analyst

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Williamsburg, VA

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $60K

💻 Development & Advancement

🗓️ July 22nd, 2025

Blackbaud CRM

Edtech.com's Summary

William & Mary is hiring a Prospect Research Analyst. The analyst provides comprehensive prospect research and development services throughout the prospect life cycle, supporting fundraising teams by identifying, qualifying, and ranking potential donors and volunteers. They collaborate with advancement leadership and fundraisers to produce reports that guide fundraising strategies and portfolio management.

Highlights
  • Conduct full-scale prospect research using advanced methodologies to support strategic fundraising activities.
  • Identify, qualify, and rank prospective donors and volunteers based on wealth estimates and capacity ratings.
  • Advise leadership and gift officers on prospect strategy, portfolio management, and fundraising benchmarks.
  • Analyze biographical and financial data to produce clear, actionable briefings and reports.
  • Collaborate with multiple fundraising teams, development officers, and volunteers using an account management model.
  • Required skills include analytical abilities, research techniques, database operation, and excellent oral and written communication.
  • Preferred experience with Blackbaud CRM and familiarity with philanthropy trends and fundraising principles.
  • Must demonstrate discretion and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
  • Bachelor's degree required; master’s degree preferred in business, information studies, or related fields.
  • Compensation up to $60,000, commensurate with experience, with full employee benefits including retirement and health insurance.