Associate Director – Prospect Management, Research

Mass General Brigham

. Conduct research on individuals, corporations, and foundations using diverse prospect research resources .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeSomerville • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $79,560 - $115,721 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in prospect research techniques, including print-based and online research, while effectively managing and prioritizing prospect portfolios. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for collaboration with fundraising teams and maintaining donor relationships.

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Prospect Research TechniquesPortfolio ManagementInterpersonal SkillsConfidential Information HandlingCustomer Service Skills

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Hard Skills

Research TechniquesData AnalysisBiographical Profile PreparationFinancial Profile PreparationProspect RatingProcess ImprovementReport PreparationDatabase ManagementProject Management

Soft Skills

Strong Interpersonal SkillsExcellent Communication SkillsTact and DiscretionRelationship-Building SkillsInitiative

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

FundraisingDevelopment OfficeMajor Gift ProspectsProspect PortfoliosConfidential Information

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct research on individuals, corporations, and foundations using diverse prospect research resources
Prepare confidential biographical and financial profiles for development staff, senior management, trustees, and key volunteers
Analyze research requests and determine the appropriate level of detail
Rate individual prospects’ giving capacity
Support assigned fundraisers, fundraising teams, and initiatives
Identify major and principal gift prospects and assess capacity and connections to Mass General Brigham
Help prioritize prospect portfolios and facilitate prospect assignment through portfolio review meetings and collaborative strategy
Create, maintain, and reassign prospect portfolios
Maintain accurate, up-to-date prospect and donor information
Track and disseminate news about top donors and prospects
Support process improvement initiatives for the Research team and Development Office
Lead prospect management or research initiatives as needed
Prepare and regularly update progress reports
Contribute to positive office morale and perform other duties requested by Development leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

5-7 years of related, transferable experience
Bachelor’s degree
Familiarity with a broad range of research techniques, including print-based and online research, electronic databases, interviewing, and other appropriate sources and methods
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent customer service and relationship-building skills
Tact, discretion, diplomacy, and ability to handle confidential information sensitively
Ability to work with frontline fundraising officers in a team-oriented approach
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to manage multiple clients, prioritize, and meet frequent deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication, editing, spelling, and grammar skills
Ability to anticipate needs and show initiative in managing and promoting new projects
Current resume and cover letter required with application

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent benefits
Hybrid flexible work schedule
Career advancement opportunities
Differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable
Recognition programs
Professional development opportunities
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities