Grace International
Grant Writer (Posted on February 11, 2010)
Description:
Write grants to support the Haitian Earthquake Relief Effort.
Contact Information
Dr. Joel Jeune
Grace International
PO Box 172508
Hialeah, FL 33017
Phone: 305-231-1117
Fax: 305-231-1118
Email: grace@giinc.org
Web: http://www.giinc.org/Home.asp
Florida State University Foundation
Assistant Director, Research and Prospect Management (Posted on January 13, 2010)
Position Summary
The Assistant Director of Research and Prospect Management, Advancement Services is a manager in the Advancement Services team.
This position provides assistance with administrative duties in the areas of prospect research and prospect management to support
the fund raising goals and objectives of the Florida State University Foundation. This individual will research and analyze issues,
individuals, foundations and corporations in the search of private support for the University. The incumbent will provide guidance in the
ongoing development of a service model responsible to the requests of the University development community while engaging proactive
strategies designed to expand the base of potential donors. The Assistant Director of Research and Prospect Management upholds and
exemplifies the operating practices and mission of the Florida State University Foundation.
- Supervise a staff of four Research Analysts
- Develops and implements research strategies and methodologies
- Designs program tactics for prospect identification, cultivation and solicitation
- Analyzes and synthesizes relevant information
- Determines appropriate distribution of prospect leads
- Collaborates with frontline development officers
- Estimates gift potential
- Prepares briefing materials
- Contributes to the review and evaluation of informational resources
- Sustains the maintenance of central development files and in-house research library
- Assists in the orientation of new frontline development officers
- Seeks to improve the organization by incorporating new knowledge, practices and trends within the profession
- Creates narrative reports, profiles, prospect alerts, charts, graphs and other illustrations
- Generates gift officer activity reports
- Quantifies and measures the performance of the department
- Assists in the hiring, training and mentoring of Research personnel
- Supports policy-making, long term planning, and goal setting
- Protects confidential information
- Demonstrated organizational and management skills
- Professional demeanor
- Employee development and performance management skills
- Knowledge and expertise of fundraising fundamentals, process analysis, and project management
- Advanced analytical, evaluative and objective critical thinking skills
- Superior communication skills to include effective writing and public speaking
- Careful attention to detail
- Demonstrated initiative, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills
- Ability and discipline to meet deadlines
- Service oriented approach
- Commitment to professional ethics
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and willingness to work collaboratively as a member of the Foundation team and participate enthusiastically in the life of the University
Working Relationships
The Assistant Director of Research and Prospect Management reports directly to the Director of Research and Prospect Management of the
Florida State University Foundation. Direct line supervision of four full-time Research Analysts and one part-time Research Specialist.
Internal relationships include daily supervision of the Research staff and daily contact with other Foundation staff. External relationships
include contact with individuals outside the direct line of authority, including academic deans, college development officers, department
heads, faculty, the FSU Alumni Association and the Seminole Boosters. Additional external relationships include contact with public information
officers in government agencies and libraries, foundations, corporations and occasional development and business service providers.
Qualifications
Experience: Minimum of three years of increasingly responsible positions in development, including a minimum of one year of supervisory experience, with significant experience in research data analysis and prospect management.
Education: Baccalaureate degree required, master's preferred.
Technical: Proficiency in the Microsoft Office products suite; working knowledge of library science as well as commercially available research systems; experience with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge a plus.
Additional: Experience in a higher education environment desirable.
Contact Information
Mailing Address: PO Box 3062739, Tallahassee, FL 32306
Phone: 850-644-6000
Fax: 850-644-6211
Web: www.foundation.fsu.edu
University of Florida
Research Analyst, Prospect Research
(Posted on January 13, 2010)
UF Position#:00023040
UF Req#:0803768
Alternate title:Research Progs/Svcs, Crd 1.
DescriptionThe Coordinator, Research Programs/Services serves as Research Analyst and provides professional research and information services to support the fundraising goals and objectives of the University of Florida Foundation. The incumbent will collect, organize and analyze information relating to potential prospects for gifts to the University. Utilize a variety of printed reference materials, on-line databases, Internet, and governmental or other agency resources to obtain information on prospects or funding sources. Willingness to travel out-of-town for advanced training as needed.
Minimum requirements: Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience.
Preferred qualifications:One to three years related work experience, such as financial or legal research, and experience in a non-profit organization helpful. Knowledge of philanthropy and prospect research desirable. Accuracy and attention to detail and a service oriented attitude are essential for success in this position. Excellent communication skills; writing and editing ability important, as well as competence in interpreting biographical, corporate, and foundation information. Strong computer skills (Excel and Access knowledge preferred) and proficiency with electronic research (including Internet) and techniques to gather in-depth information on potential and existing donors desired.
To apply for this position:
Please apply online at http://jobs.ufl.edu.
For additional information on this position, please contact Sonya Allen at:
University of Florida Foundation, Inc.
Human Resources
PO Box 14425
Gainesville, FL 32604-2425
Phone: (352) 392-5408
Email: jobs@uff.ufl.edu
University of North Florida
Director of Prospect Research
(Posted on November 19, 2009)
The University of North Florida is now accepting applications for the position of Director of Prospect Research. The successful candidate will be a member of the Institutional Advancement Staff. Specifically, they will: identify, research and track prospective planned and major donors in a University-wide fundraising role at the level of $100,000 or more; and, research, write and submit proposals to foundations at the level of $100,000 or more. The candidate will serve as the resident prospect research expert, supervise the Research Coordinator, and provide structure and guidance to the University development team.
The Director will report to the Assistant Vice President for Development.
Minimum qualifications for the position include a Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience; or a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and eight years of appropriate experience. Additional information regarding qualifications can be found at website listed below.
Applicants must complete a one-page application on-line in OASys at http://www.unfjobs.org and must upload all required documents to be considered for this position. Once you finalize your completed application and have submitted the required documents, you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for this position for your records. If you have any questions contact Barbara Ruby at 904-620-2264. Applicants who do not apply on-line or do not upload all the required documentation will not be considered for this position. Initial review of applications will begin on 12-08-2009. The University of North Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Affirmative Action Institution.
Salary: $58,000 negotiable
Florida State University Foundation
Research Analyst (Posted on July 7, 2009)
Position Summary
The Florida State University Foundation seeks a Research Analyst. The incumbent will practice and administer the research and analysis of issues,
individuals, foundations and corporations in the search of private support for the University. The Research Analyst will contribute to the ongoing
development of a service model responsible to the requests of the University development community while engaging proactive strategies designed to
expand the base of potential donors. This individual will be expected to uphold and exemplify the operating practices and mission of the Foundation.
- Develops and implements research strategies and methodologies
- Designs program tactics for prospect identification, cultivation and solicitation
- Analyzes and synthesizes relevant information
- Determines appropriate distribution of prospect leads
- Collaborates with frontline development officers
- Estimates gift potential
- Prepares briefing materials
- Contributes to the review and evaluation of informational resources
- Sustains the maintenance of central development files and in-house research library
- Assists in the orientation of new frontline development officers
- Seeks to improve the organization by incorporating new knowledge, practices and trends within the profession
- Creates narrative reports, profiles, prospect alerts, charts, graphs and other illustrations
- Protects confidential information
- Library skills including online research and requisite technical/computer skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Careful attention to detail
- Aptitude for logical thinking
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Disciplined time management and organizational proficiency
- Ability to foster strong interpersonal relationships
- Professional demeanor
- Commitment to professional ethics
Working Relationships
The Research Analyst reports directly to the Director of Research and Prospect Management. Internal relationships include daily contact
with Foundation staff. External relationships include contact with individuals outside the direct line of authority, including academic deans,
college development officers, department heads, faculty, Alumni Association and Seminole Boosters. Additionally, contact with public information
officers in government agencies and libraries, foundations; corporations and occasional development and business service providers.
Qualifications
Experience: Field experience gathering, analyzing, synthesizing and compiling data is essential. Knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Corporate and foundation research experience is desirable.
Education: Baccalaureate degree required, masters preferred.
Contact Information
Mailing Address: PO Box 3062739, Tallahassee, FL 32306
Phone: 850-644-6000
Fax: 850-644-6211
Web: www.foundation.fsu.edu
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