Associate Director, Prospect Research & Management

INTERNATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE

. Lead the Prospect Research & Management team and shape team-level strategies .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeLondon • United StatesSenior💰 $110,000 - $117,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading Prospect Research & Management strategies, managing teams, and driving data-driven decision-making in non-profit fundraising. Proficient in research methodologies, database management, and building strategic relationships to enhance donor cultivation efforts.

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Expert Research SkillsDatabase ManagementSalesforce ProficiencyQuantitative and Qualitative AnalysisTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Research MethodologiesData AnalysisBudget ManagementStrategic PlanningProblem-SolvingTechnical DevelopmentData RetrievalFundraising StrategyMetrics DevelopmentVendor Screening

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationMentoringCollaborationInclusive Leadership

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceLexisNexisIWaveFoundation DirectoryCRM SystemsSubscription DatabasesMedia ToolsMS Office

Industry Keywords

Non-Profit FundraisingHigh-Net-Worth IndividualsDonor CultivationData MiningCross-Functional Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the Prospect Research & Management team and shape team-level strategies
Report to the Vice President, Business Operations & Analytics and manage four direct reports
Manage the PRM team budget, including personnel and non-personnel resources
Co-develop and deliver annual and long-term PRM strategy with senior fundraising leadership
Lead high-value research initiatives and oversee confidential biographical, financial, and due diligence profiles on HNWI donors and prospects
Translate organizational fundraising priorities into actionable research plans and pipeline development
Build strategic relationships with fundraising leadership and inform donor cultivation and stewardship decisions
Develop team strategy and metrics and drive data-driven, cross-functional problem-solving
Innovate research methodologies and tools, lead procurement of new tools, and mentor colleagues in technical development
Oversee CRM, subscription databases, media tools, and other PRM resources
Lead cross-functional research initiatives and special projects such as vendor screenings, data mining, and strategic reports
Ensure communication and alignment between PRM and internal partners
Provide line management, mentoring, and inclusive team leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree strongly preferred
Expert research and database management skills, including Salesforce
Ability to lead cross-functional problem-solving efforts and continuous improvement
Ability to analyze, interpret, and synthesize complex data into strategic insights
Proficiency with PRM subscription tools, internet research, fundraising software, and data retrieval services such as LexisNexis, iWave, and Foundation Directory
Ability to lead protocol development and drive advanced technical knowledge across PRM operational areas
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong experience applying quantitative and qualitative analysis and business intelligence to non-profit fundraising strategy
Expertise across multiple markets and translating strategic goals into actionable research plans
Experience driving innovation in tool use, leading procurement processes, and mentoring others in technical development
Strong MS Office skills, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel
Experience working with a relational database, preferably Salesforce
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK for UK-based employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible hours (when possible)
Enhanced maternity/adoption leave and pay
Gender-sensitive security protocols
Reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities during application/interview and essential job functions
Online recruitment process options