Director, Prospect Research

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a Director of Prospect Research to design, staff and direct a comprehensive program that provides accurate and timely information and analysis about donors and prospects to support the University’s fundraising goals. The Director will initiate and maintain a fully-functioning prospect management and tracking system, including analysis and reporting data to support the development staff in their efforts to solicit major gift level fundraising. The incumbent will supervise and manage an advanced prospect research operation utilizing a variety of research techniques and resources for research initiatives.

The Director of Prospect Research will report to and work closely with the Assistant Vice President for Advancement Services, other members of the University Advancement Office staff and other University personnel.

This position is hybrid eligible after the probationary period.

Responsibilities:

• Designs, implements and directs a prospect research and management system to support fundraising efforts of the full development staff involved with major gift fundraising. Assists, as required, in planning for any funding campaigns across campus.

• Generates timely, accurate and reliable information and analysis about individuals, corporations and foundations capable of providing major gifts to the University or Medical team. Identifies proactive research opportunities and creates systems to expand the major gift prospect pool and ensures a pipeline of new potential donors on a continuing basis. Approves, facilitates and monitors capacity rating system for known prospects.

• Oversees the hiring and training of researchers and prospect management professionals to carry out the department's approved plans. Establishes and maintains standards of quality, accuracy, timeliness, ethical appropriateness, and maintenance for all work produced by research staff.

• Assures accuracy and integrity of donor and prospect information. Reviews work output of the research unit and adjusts for changes in prospect identification and qualification numbers, changes in product design, new research techniques and resources, hiring and loss of staff and other circumstances.

Annual Salary Range: $57,940 - $73,000

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Minimum of five year of related experience required

Preferred Additional Qualifications:

• Knowledge of CRM systems
• Advanced portfolio management (analytics, technology, etc.)
• Advanced project management skills
• Ability to achieve results while working in a collaborative team environment
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Ability to train others
• Ability to work independently
• Analytical skills
• Leadership skills

UAB Benefits:

UAB offers a robust state-funded pension plan through the teacher's Retirement System of Alabama (RSA), a generous up to 5% retirement match in UAB’s voluntary retirement account, and additional RSA benefits. UAB also provides educational assistance for employees and their family, parental leave, and exclusive discounts on tickets for various cultural and entertainment events. Visit UAB’s Benefits webpage at Benefits & Wellbeing for UAB Employees - Human Resources | UAB for a comprehensive list of eligible Benefits.

UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.