Director Of Prospect Research

Mentis

Boston, United States
Base: $86,490.00 - $122,163.75; bonus/equity: not ...
7+ years prospect research experience
3+ years management supervision experience
Bachelor's degree required
The Director of Prospect Research leads the identification and research teams to provide strategic intelligence for leadership and major gift fundraising

Job Summary

  • The Director of Prospect Research leads the identification and research teams to provide strategic intelligence for leadership and major gift fundraising.
  • This role requires managing professional staff while ensuring consistent, high-value experiences for internal clients like gift officers across the Northeastern global network.
  • Candidates must demonstrate superior critical thinking skills to evaluate wealth sectors and implement flexible systems for identifying potential wealth within the prospect pool.

Matching Summary

The Director of Prospect Research leads the identification and research teams to provide strategic intelligence for leadership and major gift fundraising.

Salary

Base: $86,490.00 - $122,163.75; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement, commuting & transportation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years prospect research experience
  • 3+ years management supervision experience
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Advanced proficiency in APRA Body of Knowledge
  • Expertise in higher education development cycle

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Ascend CRM database
  • Formal project management skills
  • Knowledge of Apra ethics statements
  • Strong creative and critical thinking
  • Ability to build strong working relationships

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 7+ years in prospect research/management
  • Minimum 3 years of management and supervision
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
  • Experience with CRM/database (preferably Ascend)

Work Rights

Not specified

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