Associate Director, Prospect Research & Management

Location: New York

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities.

A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
* Qualified candidates may be located in the US or UK
* BACKGROUNDOver the past 90 years, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) has developed unparalleled expertise in responding to emergencies and helping uprooted communities to rebuild. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. The IRC is on the ground in more than 40 countries, providing emergency relief, relocating refugees and rebuilding lives in the wake of disaster.

The IRC is committed to a culture of bold leadership, innovation in all aspects of our work, creative partnerships and, most crucially, accountability to those we serve. The IRC is a tireless advocate for the most vulnerable.

The Purpose of the Role Scope and Authority Authority:

The Associate Director, Prospect Research & Management, sits within External Relations’ Business Operations & Analytics team, and leads the Prospect Research & Management team, playing a senior leadership role in supporting the IRC’s funding sustainability. Reporting directly to the Vice President, Business Operations & Analytics, the Associate Director shapes team-level strategies, translates organizational goals into actionable research plans, and is a valued, proactive contributor to the development of high-value fundraising strategies.

They lead high-value research initiatives, ensure integration with fundraising strategy across multiple operational areas, and drive continuous improvement across the team.

The right candidate will build and lead strategic relationships with fundraising leadership, ensuring that PRM outputs directly inform organizational decision-making, and ultimately increase philanthropic support for our clients.

Responsibility for Resources:

The Associate Director provides line management to the PRM team, shapes team culture, and promotes inclusive practices. They also manage the PRM team budget (personnel and non-personnel).Key Working Relationships Reports into the Vice-President, Business Operations & Analytics4 direct reports

Critical stakeholders:
Leadership teams of Philanthropy, Global Corporate Partnerships and Foundations & Trusts Key partners:
Global Analytics, Strategic Finance, Strategy & Planning, Business Systems OptimizationsKEY

ACCOUNTABILITIES Partner with the VP, Business Operations & Analytics and senior fundraising leadership to co-develop and deliver PRM's annual and long-term strategy, translating organizational fundraising priorities into team-level goals and ensuring PRM is positioned as a proactive strategic contributor to IRC high-value fundraising growth.

Lead high-value research initiatives, overseeing the production of confidential biographical, financial, and due diligence profiles on HNWI donors and prospects across relevant markets, ensuring consistent quality and integration with fundraising strategy;

Translate strategic goals into actionable research plans,…