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Advisor, Prospect Research & Strategy

LocationHybrid – Washington DC, Fairfield, CT or Lexington, KY office locations
SetupHybrid
LevelMid
Posted4w ago
Development & Fundraising

Quick answer

Save the Children is hiring a mid-level Advisor, Prospect Research & Strategy for a hybrid position in Washington DC, Fairfield, CT, or Lexington, KY, with a salary range of $83,725 - $93,575.

Role
Advisor, Prospect Research & Strategy
Organization
Save the Children
Location
Hybrid – Washington DC, Fairfield, CT or Lexington, KY office locations
Work setup
Hybrid
Level
Mid
Compensation
$83,725 - $93,575 base salary (US National Labor Cost Average)
Category
Development & Fundraising

The role

As the Advisor, Prospect Research & Strategy, you will play a pivotal role in driving transformative fundraising initiatives to secure major and principal gifts that enable Save the Children to make a lasting impact on children's lives worldwide. You will be responsible for donor research, data analysis, and due diligence, among other key duties.

What you'll do

  • Identify, qualify, and research prospective and existing donors to support major and principal gift opportunities
  • Analyze donor and prospect data to identify patterns, trends, and potential fundraising opportunities
  • Conduct due diligence research on prospective and existing donors and partners
  • Support portfolio and pipeline development by identifying promising prospects and contributing research-based recommendations

What it takes

  • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, plus at least 5 years of relevant experience
  • Demonstrated ability to independently research and analyze complex information
  • Experience producing concise, accurate, and well-organized prospect profiles
  • Knowledge of Blackbaud CRM or a similar constituent relationship management system

What you'll bring

Donor research and fundraising analysisData analysis and CRM integrityDue diligence researchProject management and team contribution

How we treat you

Flexible schedules and time off, competitive health care, dental and vision coverage, a variety of paid leaves, employee rewards program, retirement savings plan, wellness program, employee assistance program, learning & growth opportunities

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

Hybrid – Washington DC, Fairfield, CT, or Lexington, KY office locations

What is the compensation range?

The salary range is $83,725 - $93,575 base salary (US National Labor Cost Average)

What are the key qualifications required?

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, plus at least 5 years of relevant experience, demonstrated ability to independently research and analyze complex information, experience producing concise, accurate, and well-organized prospect profiles, knowledge of Blackbaud CRM or a similar constituent relationship management system

How do I apply?

Apply now through the Save the Children job posting.

How to apply

Apply directly on Save the Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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