Duties and Responsibilities

• Make certain information on stakeholders is up-to-date, accurate, and properly documented
• Proactively identify philanthropic partners through research on individuals, corporations, and foundations
• Organize and evaluate a prospect's willingness to philanthropically partner with IWU
• Synthesize research into reports to inform donor engagement events
• Track follow-up activities to move prospects through the engagement cycle
• Stay informed of alumni in the news, philanthropic trends, and current economic events
• Create and produce management metrics reports
• Participate in training through Apra and CASE seminars and workshops for prospect research and management
• Occasional participation in evening and/or weekend activities is required
• Other duties as assigned to meet departmental goals and objectives

Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required or will consider professional experience that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to fulfill the requirements of the position

Experience

• Preferred: experience in prospect research, library research or other information related fields

Required Skills

• High level of discretion
• Versed in manipulating, analyzing, and interpreting data
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organization and planning abilities
• Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously with close attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.