Director, Research and Prospect Management

March 8

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Pancreatic Cancer Action Network

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Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is a dedicated nonprofit organization that focuses on fighting pancreatic cancer through a variety of initiatives. For over two decades, PanCAN has worked to improve the lives of individuals impacted by pancreatic cancer by advancing scientific research, providing comprehensive resources and support services, advocating for patients, and fostering a strong community. Their mission is to take bold action against pancreatic cancer, with a commitment to enhancing patient outcomes and supporting caregivers, researchers, and healthcare professionals.

Pioneer & push science forward through our nationally acclaimed grants program & the cultivation of a thriving research community. • Supporting patients through our Patient Services program by connecting patients with the latest treatment options and providing free • in-depth disease information. • Lead and activate communities across the globe to draw greater awareness and funds to fight the disease. • Advocate for federal funding for research and advocate for legislative support by lifting up our voices to keep pancreatic cancer at the forefront on Capitol Hill.

51 - 200 employees

Founded 1999

🤲 Charity

⚕️ Healthcare Insurance

💊 Pharmaceuticals

📋 Description

• About PanCAN: • Pancreatic cancer doesn’t stop or slow down, and neither do we. At the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN), we accelerate critical progress for pancreatic cancer patients. We take bold action by funding life-saving research, providing personalized patient services free of charge, and creating a community of supporters and volunteers who will stop at nothing to create a world in which all pancreatic cancer patients thrive. We’re looking for people who, like us, will stop at nothing to make progress for patients. Our work is critical and meaningful, and it changes lives every day. Join us and be a part of it! • THE OPPORTUNITY: Reporting to the Vice President of National Leadership Giving, the Director of Research and Prospect Management is responsible for providing a comprehensive range of research, prospect management and analysis to inform decision-making and strategies to grow PanCAN’s community through donor and prospect pipelines. PanCAN is preparing to launch a new and exciting chapter, one that will allow us to move faster than ever toward early detection, better treatments, and new ways of supporting patients and their caregivers. No other major cancer has a five-year survival less than 20%, and we are committed to driving our community to that milestone by 2030. This kind of progress will require big bets and bold strategies. In addition to our 2030 five-year survival goal, we have also committed to 1) raising $80M annually and 2) growing PanCAN (and pancreatic cancer) awareness in the US to 30% by 2030. • The Director, Research and Prospect Management, will design, build and implement the research and prospect management systems and structure to ensure that philanthropic potential is optimized through the identification and qualification of prospective donors consistent with PanCAN’s priorities and objectives.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) from a 4-year accredited university in business, non-profit, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education, training and practical experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required. • 5+ years in prospect research, data analysis, development or related field. Progressive leadership or successful supervisory experience preferred. • Demonstrated ability to think critically, analytically and efficiently to initiate and perform complex analyses with thorough attention to detail and follow through with a strong background in qualitative and quantitative research methods and the ability to translate information into appropriate strategies. • Demonstrated ability to conceptualize, develop and implement proactive prospecting methodologies to support organization goals including writing and editing logical, detailed, and analytical reports that support planning and decision making. • Demonstrated ability to prioritize work and independently manage multiple, diverse and competing priorities while meeting deadlines; plan and develop meaningful objectives; and integrate the work of prospect research into PanCAN’s goals. • Strong discovery and problem-solving skills for uncovering opportunities and accessing the potential of innovative ideas and solutions by pushing the status quo while championing the best creative ideas to move into implementation. • Strong research, planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills, and an ability to effectively screen prospective donors from information provided by PanCAN leaders, volunteers, and the research and prospect team. • Strong interpersonal and motivational skills that convey trust, flexibility, and integrity with the ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both in writing and orally; listen as well as give advice; and respect the ability of others. Must communicate with authenticity and inspiration. • Experience working effectively and respectfully as part of a committed, integrated team including but not limited to the ability to partner closely with senior leaders across the organization, including executive leadership. • Demonstrated skill in utilizing multiple electronic resources such as Lexis/Nexis, iWave, Hoovers, DonorSearch or Foundation Directory to locate and compile business and biographic information along with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Salesforce or similar CRM software.

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive salaries • Flexible work arrangements • Exceptional time off • Health and welfare benefits