The fact that 1 in 4 people in the world today donât have clean water is unacceptable, and we need you to help change that.
Weâre the #1 international non-profit exclusively focused on bringing clean water, sanitation, and hygiene education (WASH) to the children and families who need it most. These people are the 2.2 billion reasons we do what we do. Our global WASH programs, led and maintained by the communities where we work, arenât a quick fix. We strive for long-term access to WASH that truly transforms peopleâs lives."
To fuel WaterAidâs programs and advance our global mission, WaterAid America is seeking an experienced Prospect Researcher to strategically harnesses and translates data into actionable strategies for income generation. The Prospect Researcher works as a partner with and across fundraising teams to build, replenish and monitor a pipeline of prospects; inform and optimize donor strategies; and equip fundraisers to successfully engage, cultivate and solicit philanthropic gifts that add value to WaterAidâs mission and strategy. Â
Prospect research is a new area of practice at WaterAid. This role is the rare opportunity to use your skills and experience to build an entirely new body of work, to create a foundation from which WaterAid will drive its philanthropic missions to a new level - all in the name of safe water, sanitation and hygiene education for communities that need it most.
The ideal candidate will be curious, analytical, persistent, and detail-oriented in their work. As part of a hybrid team, the Prospect Researcher should be an experienced professional and a strong communicator capable of overseeing a comprehensive project cycle of a broad portfolio with a high-degree of autonomy. To build collaborative relationships and get the best out of others, the Prospect Researcher must be able to adapt his/her/their personal style and possess an inclusive approach.
As with all WaterAid staff, the ideal candidate will be someone who sets high personal expectations, who takes ownership of their work and provides quality control across the portfolio. All WaterAid staff are expected to demonstrate honest and ethical practices, and champion WaterAid's values (respect, collaboration, accountability, innovation, courage, and integrity).
Responsibilities
Reporting to the CDO, the Prospect Researcher is responsible for using industry best practices and methodologies to conduct prospect research and management.
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Skills and experience
Essential skills and qualifications
Desired skills and qualifications
The fact that 1 in 4 people in the world today donât have clean water is unacceptable, and we need you to help change that.
Weâre the #1 international non-profit exclusively focused on bringing clean water, sanitation, and hygiene education (WASH) to the children and families who need it most. These people are the 2.2 billion reasons we do what we do. Our global WASH programs, led and maintained by the communities where we work, arenât a quick fix. We strive for long-term access to WASH that truly transforms peopleâs lives."
To fuel WaterAidâs programs and advance our global mission, WaterAid America is seeking an experienced Prospect Researcher to strategically harnesses and translates data into actionable strategies for income generation. The Prospect Researcher works as a partner with and across fundraising teams to build, replenish and monitor a pipeline of prospects; inform and optimize donor strategies; and equip fundraisers to successfully engageâŠ
Employment & BenefitsÂ
WaterAid offers a generous vacation and benefits package available to its full-time employees:Â
WaterAid America's US workforce is currently 65% remote and 35% hybrid, with a physical office in New York, NY.Â
For all candidates, any offer of employment will be commensurate with market rate criteria of your specific years experience, skillset qualifications, and geographic location. Salaries and benefits will vary in line with the location of the successful candidate and depending on experience.
For US-based candidates outside of major metropolitan areas, such as New York, NY or Washington, DC, the minimum salary for this position is $85,0000 USD. For US-based candidates inside major metropolitan areas, such as New York, NY or Washington, DC, the minimum salary for this position is $97,750 USD.Â
Equal Opportunity Employer Â
We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and difference for the benefit of our employees, our mission, and the communities we serve. WaterAid is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We value diverse experiences and will also consider qualified applications from those who have had prior contact with the criminal legal system in accordance with the NYC Commission on Human Rightsâ Guidance on the Fair Chance Act.Â
WaterAid is committed to the safeguarding and wellbeing of all individuals, including the people in communities in which we work, staff, volunteers, contractors, and partners. Any form of abuse is not tolerated.Â
Employment & BenefitsÂ
WaterAid offers a generous vacation and benefits package available to its full-time employees:Â
Please submit your CV and cover letter no later than September 30, 2024. Only candidates shortlisted for interviewing will be contacted within two weeks.Â
Please submit your CV and cover letter no later than September 30, 2024. Only candidates shortlisted for interviewing will be contacted within two weeks.Â