Prospect Management & Donor Research Specialist, Arts & Lectures
Development / Arts & Lectures
Summary of Job Details
The Prospect Management & Donor Research Specialist (Specialist), Arts & Lectures serves as a key analyst for the Development Team in Arts & Lectures in coordination with Central Development's Prospect Management, Development Research and Donor Relations units. The Research Specialist supports a complex and multifaceted program covering all programs within Arts & Lectures. Working closely with the development team, the Specialist provides leadership for all analytical functions that support the strategic goals, initiatives and projects leading toward the philanthropic support from individuals, foundations and organizations to Arts & Lectures with an emphasis at the $2,500+ level. The analyst establishes, develops, and maintains comprehensive systems within the unit in coordination with Central Development; supports the Arts & Lectures Development team in short and long-term strategic planning, "moves" management, research of prospects, portfolio recommendations, project planning and stewardship activities for program development, complex events and implementation that is focused on achieving operational and fundraising goals for Arts & Lectures. Proactively plans, organizes, and attends strategy meetings and coordinates follow up for Major Gift prospects; prepares materials and reports that analyze the activities, progress, and goals of the Arts & Lectures Team; ensures the consistency, timeliness, and accuracy of information disseminated to donors, prospects, and internal constituents. Reviews and analyzes data as it relates to fundraising strategies, prospect identification, prospect management and associated trends. Coordinates communication and works closely with Development Research on collaborative projects and related prospect issues. Identifies, manages and completes special projects for other fundraising goals as needed. Responsible for a high level of prospect and gift analysis, and research reporting to the development team. Provides analytical reporting to the development team and Executive Director as appropriate. Proactively identifies issues and solutions and makes recommendations to the Team.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
1-3 years Experience with donor database or CRM software (e.g. Advance, Raiser's Edge, Blackbaud, etc.)
Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Suite and demonstrated ability to quickly learn various software programs.
This position requires the utmost degree of confidentiality
Special Conditions of Employment
May be called upon to work occasional evenings and weekends at various Arts & Lectures, Development Office, Institutional Advancement or campus-wide events.
Satisfactory criminal history background check
UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment.
Days/Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:00am-5:00pm
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Application review begins 9/19/25
Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu
Job #80965