Prospect Strategy Analyst I

Summary

Under general supervision, this position provides prospect management and strategy development to designated colleges/units to help development officers engage prospects.

Examples of Work

Job functions are specific duties that would be included in the essential functions of the job description.  These functions are not all-inclusive nor do they cover the full extent of the duties performed.

• Provide professional prospect development, analytical research and information services in support of the fundraising goals and objectives of UF Advancement.
• Identify and assess financial capacity, philanthropic tendencies, giving propensity and connections to UF for major gift prospects in support of fundraising goals and objectives.
• Prepare thorough, accurate and timely profiles on UF constituents (alumni, friends, parents, corporations and foundations) as needed to support fundraising initiatives. Use a variety of analytical techniques to resolve or provide information regarding complex research and data problems.
• Utilize a variety of reference materials, online databases, Internet, and governmental or other agency resources to obtain information on prospects or funding sources for gifts to the University.
• Develop a comprehensive knowledge of the donor database and expertise in retrieval of information.
• Attend and participate in meetings, workgroups, committees, and other internal
• Assist with special campaign projects as identified by leadership, which may include leading a workgroup, conducting targeted research and analysis, partnering with units and internal groups, and developing and executing recommendations.
• Meet regularly with assigned DOs to fully comprehend and gain thorough knowledge and understanding of assigned campaign priorities, DO portfolios and short/long term prospect goals.
• Conduct quarterly Gator Portfolio Support (GPS) meetings with all assigned DOs to facilitate strategic conversations regarding the management of prospects, pipeline development and portfolio
• Provide ongoing analysis of portfolios, moves and
• Drive a consistent approach to research and prospect management across units through regular communication with unit leadership and staff, ongoing training, and alignment with campaign
• Adhere to guidelines governed by unit procedures, processes, and

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of relevant experience.

Licensure and Certification

N/A

Supervision

This position does not typically have supervisory responsibility.

Competencies

• Collaboration**
• Stakeholder Focus**
• Manages Execution**
• Accountability**
• Adaptability/Innovation**
• Effective Communication**
• Critical Thinking**
• Organizational Acumen**

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