Advancement Research Intern
Advancement Research Intern
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Job Description
Position Overview:
Responsibilities:
The Advancement Research Intern will contribute to the development teams success by:
Working independently to identify new individual prospects
- Identify new prospects for sites and HQ using available public sources and the paid research database WealthEngine
Working independently to provide timely research on current and prospective individual corporate and foundation donors
- Complete requests for comprehensive research profiles within 2 weeks of date requested
- Complete requests for basic assessments (basic profiles) within 1 week of date requested
- Complete requests for a tailored and specific information search within 1 week of data requested
- Complete 50 basic assessments on current and prospective donors for Headquarters
Working with the Development Research Team with data-entry and quality management of the fundraising database
Qualifications:
Open-Source Intelligence Research Skills
Demonstrated ability to utilize open-source publicly available information and data. Strong sense of ethics and donor privacy protection. Resourceful in collecting disparate pieces of information and using that information to create a holistic picture of the subject matter.
Project Management and Organizational Skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple research projects and meet deadlines. Flexible persistent and resilient to changing priorities; able to prioritize and take initiative in fast-paced changing environment. Organized with attention to detail. Systems-thinker.
Tech Savvy
Ability to utilize various technology databases and applications. Pro-active attitude towards learning new technology and using technology to optimize work.
Excellent Communication Skills
Ability to manage relationships with diverse development staff. Strong presentation and liaison skills are required. Demonstrated tact and diplomacy in difficult or sensitive situations. Strong written and oral communication skills. Experience working in an entrepreneurial dynamic organization; enthusiastic with sense of humor.
Commitment to Team
Able to work well towards independent goals and as a part of a diverse cross-functional team. Comfortable giving and receiving feedback. Collaborative work style; teamwork orientation; ability and willingness to serve on or lead a team. As needed contribute to and participate in general City Year activities and events including City Years annual staff training (Summer Academy).
Passion for our Work
Consistently and effectively model the values of City Year culture. Passion and career interest in national service and social entrepreneurship. Understanding and appreciation of City Years mission values and culture
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Intern
