Conduct a prospect donor research for Indian Dreams Foundation
Perform research to identify donor prospects for fundraising
Overview
Perform research to identify donor prospects for fundraising
You have:
- Equivalent work experience of prospect research in a fundraising or similar environment
- Ability to use a range of sources to efficiently analyse, interpret and capture biographical and financial information on corporations and foundations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet search engines
- Clear and succinct written and verbal communication skills
- Self-starter and results oriented
- Understanding of the non-profit sector
Contract
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Perform in-depth research to identify donor prospects to support fundraising strategies and objectives. Interpret biographical and financial information on corporations, trusts and foundations to assess donor interest, fit and viability. Develop detailed prospect lists, research profiles and gift histories. Use personal insight to decide what information is included. Maintain confidentiality of research records. The selected online volunteers will also be responsible for drafting introductory emails but will not be requested to submit any funding request on behalf of our organization. We will provide all the information needed to support this role.
- Research
Resource mobilization, partnership and donor coordination
Indian Dreams Foundation (IDF) is a Non-profit organization working to empower the less fortunate children in the society with campaigns focusing on education & healthcare. The objective is to come up with a list of prospective donors that would be able to support our projects and activities.
Volunteers: 2 needed
11-20 hours per week / 6 weeks
Knowledge and Skills * Equivalent work experience of prospect research in a fundraising or similar environment * Able to use range of sources to efficiently analyse, interpret and capture biographical and financial information on corporations and foundations * Proficiency: Microsoft Office and internet search engines * Clear and succinct written and verbal communication * Self-starter & Results orientated * Understanding of not for profit sector
India
- English
Potential interview questions
| Tell me about a time you successfully identified a donor prospect. | This question assesses your research skills and ability to identify potential donors. | Provide an example that highlights your analysis and approach in finding donor prospects. |
| How do you maintain confidentiality in your research work? | Interviewers want to understand your ethics and professionalism regarding sensitive information. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use for conducting donor research? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a challenge you faced during prospect research and how you overcame it. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why is understanding the non-profit sector important for this role? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |