Fractional Prospect Researcher

On behalf of our client, KITTIWAKE, we are looking for a FRACTIONAL PROSPECT RESEARCHER to join their growing team.

 ABOUT OUR CLIENT:
KITTIWAKE is a strategic philanthropic consultancy rooted in East Coast values, specializing in fundraising strategy, campaign counsel, + leadership development. We embed ourselves within our client organizations—working alongside leaders, staff, + volunteers to deliver measurable impact + sustainable growth.

We are committed to helping mission-driven organizations reach new heights through tailored philanthropic strategy, hands-on leadership support, + an unwavering focus on impact. Proudly rooted in East Coast values of adaptability, connection, + resilience, we believe in working side-by-side with our clients to achieve lasting change.

• Identify, qualify, + evaluate prospective individual, corporate, + foundation donors using a variety of online tools (e.g., iWave, public databases).
  

• Prepare in-depth donor profiles + briefing notes tailored to project + client needs.
  

• Assess philanthropic capacity + affinity, providing strategic insight into giving potential + alignment.
  

• Conduct relationship mapping + identify potential warm introductions through internal + external networks.
  

• Support the development + maintenance of major gift prospect pipelines across client engagements.
  

• Provide environmental scans + philanthropy landscape summaries, as needed.
  

Collaboration & Communication (10%)

• Work closely with the Strategic Growth Director + project teams to prioritize research deliverables + timelines.
  

• Attend virtual team check-ins + contribute research insights to strategy discussions.
  

• Ensure all deliverables meet Kittiwake’s standards for clarity, professionalism, + discretion.
  

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in prospect research, fundraising analytics, or a related role in the nonprofit or philanthropic sector.
  

• Proficiency with prospecting + research tools such as iWave, FoundationSearch, + LinkedIn.
  

• Strong understanding of Canadian philanthropy, giving trends, + indicators of wealth +influence.
  

• Skilled at synthesizing + analyzing data with clarity, accuracy, + insight.
  

• Excellent writing + communication skills, with a proven ability to create clear +actionable profiles.
  

• Familiarity with ethical standards in prospect research (APRA, Donor Bill of Rights, etc.).
  

• Self-motivated, dependable, + comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, remote environment.
  

Benefits

• $30.00 - $40.00 an hour, based on experience. 
  

• Remote position. 
  

• This is a flexible sub-contractor role with assignments offered on a per-project basis based on client needs. 
  

• Must be available for virtual collaboration + meetings during Atlantic time zone business hours.
  

The Warrington Group is a boutique operated, female founded + led, recruitment firm that focuses on recruitment done right!

We are focused on building sustainable relationships with both our valued clients + career focused candidates. Through our collaboration + innovative recruitment solutions, we approach the hiring process with enthusiasm, authenticity + transparency.

Founded in 2020 + headquartered in Halifax, we provide strategic recruitment support in the following industries: Accounting, Financial Services, Legal, Sales, Marketing, Professional Services, Administrative Support, Contact Centre, Education, Healthcare, Manufacturing + Skilled Trades.

If you would like to send your resume for potential opportunities not listed on our careers site, you may do so via email ~ [email protected].

 Please note, this inbox is not replied to on a regular basis, however, your resume will be kept on file for 1 year.