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Via Foundation Center. Posted by Kay Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97).
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Position: Research and Data Analyst

Posted by: Foundation Center

Type: Full-time
Location: San Francisco, California
Salary:  N/A
Start Date: N/A

http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=345800011

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prospect Research

• Research,  analyze, and recommend strategy for new individual, foundation, and corporate prospects and for new opportunities with existing donors and prospects.
• Create  and maintain profiles, briefing memos, and other materials needed for cultivation and stewardship activities.
• Input into Raiser’s Edge database the results of research, including contact information, research profiles, and prospect interests.
• Identify and manage subscriptions to online services, magazines, and other research tools.
• Provide training to staff in the use of research databases along with methodology as needed.

Gift Tracking and Budget Management

• Track gifts in Raiser’s Edge and hard files. Conduct quarterly reconciliation with Financial Services.
• Aid the Resource Development unit in the donor acknowledgment process and donor follow-up activities.
• Maintain  electronic and hard copy donor and prospect files, including timely and  accurate data entry.
• Run financial, analytical, and other gift-related reports and queries on a scheduled basis and as requested.
• Assist in management of department budget.

Other

Take the lead on/contribute to special projects as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:

Experience

Three to five years experience in a fundraising department with solid prospect research experience or online research skills developed in another capacity. Requires excellent level of computer literacy, competence in PC applications, and knowledge of online information tools. Preferred experience includes an understanding of relational databases (Blackbaud’s Raiser’s Edge a plus), and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables; chart design, etc.).

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Other Requirements

Process oriented with superior organizational and project management skills, including timely and consistent attention to follow up, deadlines, and guidelines. Stickler for accuracy with great attention to detail and excellent follow-through. Flexibility and ability to work as a member of a team, prioritize tasks, work well under pressure, adhere to deadlines, and anticipate upcoming needs. Ability to work effectively with staff and volunteers from diverse backgrounds and experience working with trustees and other executive-level

volunteer decision makers to accomplish the organization’s objectives. Demonstrated ability to use sound judgment to identify and solve problems. Absolute confidentiality and commitment to professional ethics is essential.

Application Instructions

The Foundation offers excellent benefits and salary commensurate with experience. Please submit your application directly by visiting our website at: www.asiafoundation.org/about/employment/ and selecting “Regular Employment.” When submitting your application please put your cover letter/expression of interest and resume in one document and submit it as an attachment. We will only consider applicants who provide a cover letter along with their resume, and submit their application prior to the deadline. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis through Friday April 13, 2012. The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V. No phone calls, please.

Asia Foundation
The Asia Foundation is a nonprofit, nongovernmental organization committed to the development of a peaceful, prosperous, just, and open Asia-Pacific region. The Foundation supports Asian initiatives to improve governance and law, economic development, women’s empowerment, the environment, and regional cooperation. Drawing on nearly 60 years of experience in Asia, the Foundation collaborates with private and public partners to support leadership and institutional development, exchanges, and policy research.

With 17 offices throughout Asia, an office in Washington, DC, and its headquarters in San Francisco, the Foundation addresses these issues on both a country and regional level. In 2010, the Foundation provided more than $98 million in program support and distributed nearly one million books and journals valued at over $42 million.

The position supports the Resource Development/Corporation and Foundation Relations unit in two key areas: 1) providing research, analysis, and strategic assessments to those seeking to raise major gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations, and 2) tracking all incoming contributions (pledges, gifts, matching gifts), reporting on funds received, and managing the acknowledgment process. This position also oversees the department budget and assists with special projects as assigned.