Prospect Management Consultant - University Advancement
Washington University in St. Louis
Application
Details
Posted: 21-Oct-23
Location: Clayton, Missouri
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: JR77797
Scheduled Hours
37.5
Position Summary
If you are motivated by strategic insight, teamwork, predictable work hours, and helping others develop and succeed, this could be a great next step for your career in advancement. The role of Prospect Management Consultant is an exciting opportunity for an early to mid-career professional who wants to be a part of a dynamic and entrepreneurial team.
The ideal candidate will be passionate about building relationships and working cross-functionally with other constituents to provide strategic, data-driven guidance to gift officers on how to approach prospects and manage their fundraising processes. This position works with no more than 20 gift officers and is responsible for implementing centralized processes for prospect development including moves management, strategy development, pipeline development, and collaborates with a team of researchers and data analytic professionals.
This position is a full-time, benefits-eligible role on campus with an optional hybrid work schedule. The Prospect Management Consultant will report to the Senior Associate Director of Prospect Management.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Provide critical support in management, maintenance, and integrity of prospect data Excel and CRM.
Liaise with prospect research team members as needed to deliver key information about managed prospects while building a broad and deep understanding of fundraising metrics to provide the information that supports the management of prospects through the development cycle.
Serve as a key advisor to gift officers in the creation, implementation, and management of the prospect management policy and business processes.
Regularly monitor fundraising activity/progress for continuity and compliance with the Prospect Management Guidelines.
In collaboration with Data Analytics, ensure that the best prospects are actively managed by front line fundraisers.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a prospect development, research, or prospect management function in a fundraising, nonprofit, or higher-education setting.
Prior use and familiarity with Microsoft Office, with advanced proficiency in Excel and Word.
Familiarity with constituent databases (CRM systems/alumni and donor databases).
Experience as a frontline fundraiser.
Experience managing data.
Excellent written and oral communications skills.
Strong critical thinking, problem solving skills, and attention to detail.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Strong client service orientation.
Ability to train/coach clients on complex concepts and business practices.
Ability to compile, report, and analyze information from diverse sources.
Ability to understand problems from a broad, interactive perspective and conceive strategic solutions.
Ability to maintain conï¬dentiality and use good judgement when working with sensitive information.
Required Qualifications
Bachelorâ™s degree.
Minimum of three years of related experience.
Grade
G12
Salary Range
$57,300.00 - $97,700.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? Weâ™ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.
Washington University in St. Louis, a medium-sized, independent university, is dedicated to challenging its faculty and students alike to seek new knowledge and greater understanding of an ever-changing, multicultural world. The University offers more than 90 programs and almost 1,500 courses leading to bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees in a broad spectrum of traditional and interdisciplinary fields, with additional opportunities for minor concentrations and individualized programs. The faculty is composed of scholars, scientists, artists and members of the learned professions. They serve society by teaching; by adding to the store of human art, creativity, understanding, and wisdom; and by providing direct services, such as health care.