Pipeline Management Analyst

Obama Foundation

. Conduct donor research and provide capacity ratings and profiles on new five-figure prospects .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesJunior💰 $51,965 - $64,980 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in donor research and relationship management, utilizing advanced research techniques and tools to identify and profile potential major gift prospects. Strong analytical skills are essential for interpreting data and uncovering trends to support fundraising efforts.

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Donor Research ExperienceData Analysis SkillsExcellent Communication SkillsRelationship-Building SkillsSalesforce Experience

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Hard Skills

Donor ResearchData AnalysisResearch TechniquesProspect ProfilingRisk AssessmentPipeline BuildingBriefing Document PreparationCapacity RatingsTrend AnalysisEvent Support

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationAdaptabilityIndependent FunctioningTime Management

Tools & Technologies

IWaveLexisNexisSalesforce

Industry Keywords

Major GiftsProspect ResearchFundraisingFoundation EventsCorporate Donors

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct donor research and provide capacity ratings and profiles on new five-figure prospects
Collaborate with fundraisers to determine which donors may be ready to move into a Major Gifts portfolio
Provide timely background information on individuals and corporations attending Foundation events and/or Obama Presidential Center tours
Establish and formalize a system for regularly updating Prospect Research Associates on donor-related news
Lead monthly and ongoing basic risk assessment and management processes for donors and prospects
Perform regular pipeline-building searches using internal and external data sources
Produce prospect/donor profiles and research briefings
Prepare on-time briefing documents to support in-person engagement
Identify new Foundation prospects
Report directly to the Director, Prospect Research & Portfolio Insights
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in donor research or a related field
Proficiency with various research techniques and industry-standard vendors such as iWave and LexisNexis preferred
Ability to thrive in a fast-changing environment while juggling a high volume of work
Ability to analyze and interpret large volumes of data and uncover hidden trends
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Ability to function independently while working in a team-oriented environment
Salesforce experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Insurance
Paid time off
Retirement