Obama Foundation
Obama Foundation
The Obama Foundation is a nonpartisan nonprofit focused on helping people lead change in their communities and beyond. Its work includes developing young leaders through initiatives such as the My Brother’s Keeper Alliance and Girls Opportunity Alliance, and advancing plans for the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, with a museum and spaces for public gathering. Across its programs and partnerships, the Foundation emphasizes civic engagement, education, pluralism, and leadership.

Remote Pipeline Management Analyst – Obama Foundation

Support donor research, prospect identification, and fundraising workflows for the Obama Foundation. Prepare prospect profiles, briefings, and risk assessments for philanthropic engagement in the Chicago area.

Description

  • Research donors and assess the capacity of new prospects with five-figure giving potential.
  • Work with fundraisers to identify donors ready for a Major Gifts portfolio.
  • Provide timely background research on people and organizations attending Foundation events or touring the Obama Presidential Center.
  • Create a process for regularly sharing donor-related news with Prospect Research Associates.
  • Lead monthly and ongoing basic risk assessment and management for donors and prospects.
  • Search internal and external sources regularly to build the prospect pipeline.
  • Prepare profiles and research briefings on prospects and donors.
  • Deliver briefing documents on time to support in-person engagement.
  • Find new prospects for the Foundation.
  • Report to the Director of Prospect Research & Portfolio Insights.
  • Take on other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • At least one to two years of experience in donor research or a related field.
  • Familiarity with research methods and industry tools such as iWave and LexisNexis is preferred.
  • Able to adapt to a fast-changing environment and manage a high volume of work.
  • Able to analyze large datasets and identify less apparent trends.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
  • Able to work independently within a team-oriented environment.
  • Salesforce experience is preferred.

Benefits

  • Insurance coverage
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement benefits

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