Prospect Research and Management Officer

Job Title Prospect Research and Management Officer Job Type Full-time Location The Royal Conservatory - Toronto, ON M5S 1W2 CA (Primary)Job DescriptionThe Royal Conservatory (RCM) is one of the largest and most respected music education institutions in the world, providing the definitive standard of excellence in curriculum design, assessment, performance training, and teacher certification. Graduates from its two performance training programs, The Glenn Gould School and The Phil & Eli Taylor Performance Academy for Young Artists, regularly perform on major international stages. The RCM is also a leader in the development of early childhood education programs and arts-based social programs, and presents a diverse range of concerts featuring the finest Canadian and international artists in its magnificent performance space, Koerner Hall. Please visit www.rcmusic.com for more information.What is the Opportunity?Reporting to the Senior Director, Development Services, the Prospect Research & Management Officer will be responsible for carrying out activities to identify and profile potential individual, corporate and foundation donors and potential leadership volunteers by utilizing a variety of reference materials, databases and online research. They will provide written reports about donors and prospects and will strategize with the Conservatory’s fundraising team to develop lists for new prospect identification. The incumbent will also work with departmental leadership and individual fundraising staff to monitor and facilitate prospect management to ensure timely movement through the prospect cycle.The successful candidate will ensure research and analytics are strategic, focused and incorporate industry best practices, and that the prospect pipeline is actively managed and replenished. Candidates must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, highly organized, with excellent writing and analytical skills and the ability to synthesize information and communicate in a clear and concise manner.Main Duties & ResponsibilitiesConduct biographical and financial research on individual, corporate and foundation prospects as well as potential leadership volunteers; analyze, interpret and evaluate research findings to prepare concise and informative prospect profilesProactively identify and qualify prospective donors capable of significant financial support using proven research methodologies and resourcesCollaborate with Development staff on cultivation and solicitation strategies to maximize the addition of new prospects to the prospect pipeline, and identify prospects that are closely aligned with fundraising prioritiesPrepare background briefings for Board and committee meetings, strategy planning sessions and fundraising events, and fulfill other specific research requests as needed for staff and volunteersWork with departmental leadership and donor-facing fundraising staff to assign, segment and prioritize prospects based on their capacity and affinity with Royal Conservatory programsCollaborate with donor-facing fundraisers to ensure that information regarding prospect activity is recorded in the fundraising database in a timely mannerCoordinate with the Manager, Database and Gift Administration and fundraising staff to ensure contact information for major gift donors and prospects is accurate and up to date in the fundraising databaseParticipate in Prospect Review meetings to provide input on prospects being discussed and to record information to update in the fundraising database afterwardPrepare templated and ad-hoc reports for departmental leadership on prospect status and cultivation activityMaintain up-to-date central donor / prospect files and develop methods for storing and retrieving prospect data and managing research resourcesDocument and update departmental prospect management procedures, and monitor staff adherence to ensure consistent and accurate reportingRemain apprised of best practices in prospect research, management and pipeline development through ongoing professional development and networkingSupport Development staff with other departmental priorities and projects, including participation in fundraising and donor cultivation eventsPerform other role-relevant duties as assignedJob RequirementsWhat We’re Looking For3-5 years of experience in a prospect research role with a non-profit organization, or advanced training in prospect research for philanthropic supportPrevious experience in prospect management, with responsibility for prospect assignment, data management and monitoring, and status reportingDemonstrated excellence in writing and communication skills, exhibiting a firm command of grammar and spelling complemented by the ability to synthesize information and develop concise and compelling written materialsExcellent computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office software, online databases, commercial information services and internet searchesExcellent attention to detail, and accuracy of workA proven work history of strong organizational, planning, problem solving, and time management skillsAbility to work under pressure, handle competing deadlines and prioritize a large volume of work in a fast-paced, high-performance team environmentAble to handle sensitive information ethically, accurately and confidentiallyTeam oriented with the ability to work independently, take initiative and exercise good judgmentFlexible, with a positive, helpful attitude and excellent interpersonal and listening skillsSalary Range60,000 - $70,000 per annumAdditional InformationHybrid work arrangement, with a minimum of two days per week on-site in Toronto, Ontario, inclusive of RCM All Staff days.Standard work week with regular hoursExtended periods of sitting and PC useCreate a job alert for this search #J-18808-Ljbffr