Prospect Research Coordinator

Great benefits. Competitive pay. We know these are some of the things people look for in a job.

If you're the kind of person who believes that honoring and empowering our nation's veterans is more than just a cause - that it's a calling - then we're ready to meet you.

When you join Wounded Warrior Project (WWP), you're committing to making a difference. We make a commitment to you, too - helping you to find that spark, ignite your passion to serve, and embark on a career with meaning and purpose.

At WWP, we recognize our mission cannot be accomplished without our talented teammates, which is why we're proud to offer benefits such as:

* A flexible hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days' work from home)

* Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for both teammates AND family members

* Competitive pay and performance incentives

* A fun, mission-focused, and collaborative team environment

A mission that matters is just the beginning, so if you're ready to get started, we're ready for you.

The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) Prospect Research Coordinator provides administrative support to the Prospect Development team and assists with the planning, tracking, and monitoring of research projects.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide administrative and logistical support for collaborative donor research initiatives, including scheduling, monitoring project timelines, and tracking deliverables to ensure timely progress on action items.

• Coordinate data-sharing requests with third-party collaborators, including screening data/research interests, gathering initial data-sharing and non-disclosure agreements, and managing secure file preparation and data transfer.

• Update and maintain research profiles on donors and prospects to keep information current.

• Regularly monitor and screen for updated donor data to ensure contacts and personal information are accurate.

• Conduct systematic literature reviews and summarize insights from multiple sources to build contextual backgrounds, identify population benchmarks, and inform analytic approaches.

• Support research specialists by assisting in the development of research protocols, data collection tools, and supporting research materials.

• Input and track constituent activity, profiles, research information, and corporate account details in Salesforce.

• Oversee bulk data uploads into Salesforce, ensuring accuracy and consistency.

• Maintain and catalog documentation for donor research processes, including team communications and project monitoring reports.

• Adhere to best practices in data collection, storage, analysis, and governance.

• Prioritize and manage projects and assignments to meet organizational deadlines and strategic priorities.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for individual research requests.

• Attend and actively participate in required training and/or meetings, including but not limited to New Teammate Orientation, WWP Cares, ASIST Suicide Prevention training, Leadership training, culture/team based training, or departmental huddles.

• Other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Proficient in internet navigation and research, with a demonstrated understanding of data management, databases, and research methodologies.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to clearly explain complex information, communicate effectively with stakeholders, ask critical questions, and gather relevant information and details.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and safeguard sensitive data.

• Proficient in using Microsoft Office, (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

• Strong proofreading and editing skills with a keen attention to detail and accuracy.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse individuals, foster strong working relationships, and collaborate in a team environment.

• Adept in administrative support and project coordination.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet deadlines.

• High energy level. Self-starter; willing to take initiative.

• Unequivocal commitment to the highest standards of personal and business ethics and conduct.

• Mission-driven, guided by core values, and a pleasure to work with.

EXPERIENCE

Requirements

• Two years of experience providing research or evaluation administrative support, or similar professional administrative support.

Preferences

• Two years of experience providing administrative support with research manuscripts or conference presentations.

• Two years of experience in project support and coordination.

EDUCATION

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree. Equivalent combination of applicable education, training, certification, and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Preferences

• None.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURE

Requirements

• None.

Preferences

• None.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• General office environment; temperature controlled.

• Sitting for extended periods.

• Up to 5% travel.

We recognize the success of our mission depends on the efforts of our passionate, hard-working teammates. To help teammates remain focused on the warriors and families we serve, WWP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes; Medical/Prescription drug, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program. WWP also offers a 401(k)-retirement plan, a competitive PTO package, Sick Leave, Family Care Leave, Paid Holidays, Birthday Holiday, Education Assistance, Teammate Wellness Program and Bereavement Leave.

For Chicago, IL Applicants: The estimated hiring range for this position is between $50,489 - $63,112 annual base salary,subject to a candidate's combination of experience, qualifications, and credentials. This position may also be eligible for an annual performance incentive.

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Wounded Warrior Project is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please note:
Wounded Warrior Project is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms without a written search agreement in place. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Wounded Warrior Project via email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Wounded Warrior Project in any form without a valid written search agreement in place will be deemed the sole property of Wounded Warrior Project, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Wounded Warrior Project as a result of the referral or through other means."