Research Officer

3 weeks ago

Ottawa, Canada Carleton University Full time

**Duties and Responsibilities**:
Reporting to the Assistant Director, Prospect Research and Management, the incumbent provides value-added prospect research and analysis with the objective of increasing Carleton’s competitive edge in the philanthropic marketplace by supplying the information required to secure more major gifts to the University’s campus-wide and Faculty priorities. Through proactive and reactive prospect research and identification, pipeline development, media monitoring on relevant news and industry trends, and support for prospect and donor strategies, the Research Officer directly contributes to the success of the University’s fundraising objectives.

**Qualifications**:
**The incumbent must possess the following qualifications**:

- Excellent knowledge and understanding of the role of prospect research in major gift fundraising.
- Demonstrated experience with research methodologies and proficiency with various research resources including advanced searching techniques using online databases such as iWave PRO, Grant Connect, LexisNexis, Factiva, SEDAR and SEDI.
- Ability to identify, analyze and interpret financial and wealth indicators and demonstrated experience in providing capacity ratings.
- Excellence in investigating, researching, analyzing and synthesizing large quantities of information in clear and concise formats.
- Commitment to providing excellent client service.
- Exemplary organizational, decision-making, analytical and verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Demonstrate an exceptional level of professional flexibility.
- Ability to multi-task, work well under significant time pressures and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work with a mínimal degree of supervision within a dedicated team framework.\
- Understanding of privacy and access to information legislation. Demonstrated professionalism in handling highly sensitive and confidential information ethically and with discretion.

**Education and Experience**:
**The above is normally acquired through the completion of**:

- An Honours degree in a relevant field.
- Masters of Library & Information Science preferred.
- Five years of progressive experience in a research or nonprofit sector, including experience in prospect research.
- Experience in a post-secondary institution or major not-for-profit as well as experience with Banner Advancement would be an asset.

**HR Note**:
Carleton University and CUPE 2424 are currently completing a joint job evaluation and pay equity project. The University and the Union are working together to describe the skills, effort, responsibilities and working conditions associated with every CUPE 2424 job, including this one. As a result, the job description that is currently associated with this posting (for recruitment purposes) may be revised to reflect the actual duties captured in the new job descriptions.

Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.

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