System Donor Prospect Researcher

## System Donor Prospect Researcher Apply remote type:
Hybrid locations:
Memphis Professional Building time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R-20136

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we
** embrace the Power of One!
** We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

The System Donor Prospect Researcher integrates analytical research, data stewardship, and relationship centered donor engagement to advance the organization's fundraising initiatives. Working closely with development leadership, frontline fundraisers, and cross functional teams, the System Donor Prospect Researcher identifies prospective donors, enhances donor experiences, and ensures the delivery of accurate, actionable information that supports strategic decision making. The position provides essential support to the team by establishing and maintaining a comprehensive prospect management system that informs mutually agreed upon cultivation and solicitation strategies.

Additionally, the role assists the Annual Giving team with parallel research and portfolio processes that strengthen donor pipelines and significantly contribute to the underwriting of events, campaigns, and priority projects. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

** A Brief Overview
** The System Donor Prospect Researcher integrates analytical research, data stewardship, and relationship centered donor engagement to advance the organization's fundraising initiatives. Working closely with development leadership, frontline fundraisers, and cross functional teams, the System Donor Prospect Researcher identifies prospective donors, enhances donor experiences, and ensures the delivery of accurate, actionable information that supports strategic decision making. The position provides essential support to the team by establishing and maintaining a comprehensive prospect management system that informs mutually agreed upon cultivation and solicitation strategies.

Additionally, the role assists the Annual Giving team with parallel research and portfolio processes that strengthen donor pipelines and significantly contribute to the underwriting of events, campaigns, and priority projects. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

** What you will do
*** Conduct comprehensive research on individuals, corporations, and foundations to assess giving capacity, philanthropic interests, and alignment with Methodist priorities.
* Prepare and maintain prospect profiles, briefings, and research reports for leadership and development officers.
* Manage prospect pools and portfolios, ensuring timely movement through the donor cycle.
* Monitor wealth indicators, engagement data, and predictive modeling tools to identify new prospects.
* Track fundraising activity and provide insights that support pipeline development and goal setting.
* Support the creation and execution of individualized stewardship plans for major and leadership donors.
* Draft donor communications including acknowledgment letters, impact reports, and personalized updates.
* Coordinate donor engagement activities such as small scale events, site visits, and cultivation touchpoints.
* Maintain accurate documentation of donor interactions and ensure timely follow up.
* Develop broad knowledge of Methodist programs, services, and community impact to inform donor conversations.
* Generate reports and dashboards to help leadership understand donor behavior, trends, and opportunities.
* Assist with data initiatives and contribute to the development of research and stewardship standards.
* Support the use of digital platforms, video and social media to enhance donor engagement.
* Manages the evaluation, purchase and budget for research resources, publications and services, keeping up-to-date with trends and practices.
* Utilizes all available resources for proactive and reactive research, including electronic screening results.
* Adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards when conducting research and sharing results.
** Education Qualifications
*** Required - Associates Degree Marketing
* Preferred - Associates Degree Communications
* Preferred - Associates Degree Library Science
* Preferred - Bachelor's Degree Marketing
* Preferred - Bachelor's Degree Communications
* Preferred - Bachelor's Degree Library Science
** Experience Qualifications
*** Required - Prospect research 3-5 years
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* Skills and Abilities

*** Strong analytical, writing and critical thinking skills.
* Demonstrated skills in…