Advancement Research Analyst

1 week ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Dalhousie University Full time

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada's leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region's intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

Dalhousie University's Office of Advancement is responsible for all fundraising and alumni engagement activities at the institution. A team of over 100 advancement professionals cultivates relationships with alumni and friends of the university and works with donors to help them achieve personal fulfilment through philanthropic investment. Reporting to the Director, Prospect Development, the Advancement Research Analyst is responsible for proactively identifying, investigating and profiling high level prospects capable of making major gifts, with specialized attention on principal gift prospects with capacity to give $1 million or more. They will produce highly customized and professionally written research reports that are curated from in‐depth research, financial analysis and highly sensitive due diligence research.

Key Responsibilities

  • Proactively develop and implement innovative strategies and plans for prospect identification and qualification. Project scope ranges from faculty specific fundraising initiatives to comprehensive university campaigns.
  • Conduct advanced research, analyze, interpret, and synthesize complex qualitative and quantitative data into customized reports that assess financial capacity, philanthropic interests, giving propensity and potential reputational considerations.
  • Create reports, profiles and relationship mapping documents for the President, Vice‐President, Advancement, and other fundraisers that clearly communicate key findings and recommend a strategic course of action for the cultivation and solicitation of new and existing donors.
  • Identify existing and potential Dalhousie connections with individuals and organizations and advise of the relevance of these connections, the reach of these circles of influence and opportunities presented.
  • Manage the ethical collection, dissemination and management of prospect and donor information to ensure compliance with Dalhousie's ethical and confidentiality guidelines, and privacy regulations.
Note

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Required Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree with three to five years' prospect research experience in a higher education or non-profit fundraising environment (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
  • Familiarity with and understanding of fundraising techniques and strategies for each phase of the moves management cycle.
  • Excellent conceptual skills and a demonstrated ability to think strategically and synthesize large amounts of complex data efficiently and effectively and communicate that information appropriately.
  • Meticulous attention to detail.
  • Superior written, oral and interpersonal communication skills are essential as is the ability to adapt and respond to changing priorities under tight timelines.
Assets

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie's core and leadership competencies ( in particular:

- Respect & Inclusion
- Adaptability
- Knowledge & Thinking Skills
- Communication
- Service

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration

Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi'kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit .

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

  • Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Optional Documents
  • Cover Letter
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