Job Description
Identify and analyse high-potential donors to support HMRI’s fundraising efforts
Provide data-driven insights to enhance donor engagement strategies
Contribute to sustainable revenue growth by building a robust prospect pipeline
About the company
As one of Australia’s largest independent health and medical research institutions, HMRI brings together researchers, healthcare professionals, policymakers, industry and the community with the purpose of transforming health and the well-being of our communities.
Having recently celebrated 25 years of impact, HMRI is actively preparing for a future of growth, establishing themselves as a renowned institution known for groundbreaking discoveries and future focused, state-of-the-art research that meets the needs of the community.
About the Opportunity
HMRI is seeking a Prospect Research Specialist to support its fundraising efforts by identifying and analysing potential donors, corporations, and philanthropic foundations. This role plays a key part in helping HMRI prioritise and target the right prospects to maximise donor engagement and financial contributions.
Reporting to the Chief Research Partnerships Officer, the Prospect Research Specialist will use a data-driven approach to assess donor capacity, philanthropic interests, and giving potential. By leveraging research tools and CRM systems, they will provide valuable insights to fundraising teams, ensuring HMRI focuses its efforts on the most promising opportunities.
Key Responsibilities will include:
Research and profile potential donors, including individuals, corporations, and foundations.
Analyse wealth indicators, philanthropic interests, and giving history to assess fundraising potential.
Maintain and manage donor databases and CRM systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Dynamics).
Monitor trends in philanthropic giving and provide insights to enhance fundraising strategies.
Collaborate with fundraisers to prioritise and target high-value prospects.
Prepare briefing documents to support leadership in donor meetings and fundraising initiatives.
Ensure compliance and due diligence, mitigating reputational risks in donor engagement.
About you
You will bring;
Strong research and data analysis skills, with experience in prospect research or donor analytics.
Familiarity with CRM software and wealth screening tools to track and manage donor information.
Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking, with the ability to assess financial capacity.
Strong report writing and communication skills to present findings clearly.
Ability to work collaboratively with fundraisers and leadership teams.
A competitive salary, based on skills and experience, includes attractive salary packaging tax-free benefits available to all HMRI staff.
What’s on Offer?
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic and passionate team, supporting vital medical research that makes a real difference in people’s lives. A competitive salary, including attractive salary packaging benefits, is available.
How to Apply
To learn more about key responsibilities, company culture and associated benefits of this opportunity, including a full Position Description please click here.
To apply, please submit your current resume with a covering letter outlining your motivation for applying and your suitability for the role. To submit, click ‘apply for this job’. We look forward to reviewing your application. Suitable applicants will be contacted to confidentially discuss this role further.
Applications will close: Sunday 27th April
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