Prospect Development Specialist

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.

At Howard University, we prioritize well‑being and professional growth.

• Health & Wellness:
  Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
• Financial Wellness:
  Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
• Professional Development:
  Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
• Additional Perks:
  Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

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The Prospect Development Specialist provides essential administrative and operational support to the Prospect Development team. This position is responsible for data entry and maintenance in Raiser's Edge and Ever True, generating standard reports, supporting the management of prospect research software platforms, and assisting with day-to-day data operations that enable the team to deliver timely research, analysis, and portfolio support to frontline fundraisers.

The Specialist ensures accurate and consistent data across systems and serves as a reliable resource for routine reporting and administrative tasks.

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Reporting to the Prospect Research Analyst, the Prospect Development Specialist supports the operational functions of the Prospect Development team. This position is responsible for entering and updating prospect and donor data in Raiser's Edge and Ever True, pulling standard reports, and assisting with the administration of prospect research software tools. The Specialist works closely with the Advancement Services team to ensure data consistency and collaborates with team members to fulfill routine data requests.

This role requires strong attention to detail, comfort working with databases, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline‑driven environment. Teamwork and collaboration across campus and within DAR are essential.

• Enter, update, and maintain prospect and donor records in Raiser's Edge, ensuring data accuracy and adherence to established data standards.
• Update and maintain constituent records in Ever True, ensuring synchronization with Raiser's Edge data where applicable.
• Process routine data updates including contact information changes, relationship linkages, employment updates, and biographical details.
• Assist with data cleanup projects, duplicate record management, and data hygiene initiatives as directed.
• Document data entry processes and maintain procedural guides for routine tasks.

• Pull and generate standard reports from Raiser's Edge and Ever True to support prospect research, portfolio management, and fundraising activities.
• Compile data for regular team reports, including prospect activity summaries, portfolio snapshots, and pipeline updates.
• Assist the Prospect Research Analyst and Portfolio Managers with ad hoc data pulls and list generation as needed.
• Format and organize report outputs for distribution to team members and stakeholders.

• Assist with the day-to-day administration and maintenance of Raiser's Edge and Ever True, including user support and troubleshooting basic issues.
• Support the management of prospect research software subscriptions and tools (e.g., Donor Search, Wealth Engine, iWave), including tracking renewals, managing user access, and coordinating with vendors as directed.
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