About the Role

Data is the currency that drives informed decision-making! If you enjoy strategic thinking and the challenge of mastering the information contained in large databases, and if you are motivated to drive results in a dynamic environment, the role of Director of Advancement Operations and Strategies may be the right fit for you! This person will serve as a critical member of the Advancement leadership team, elevating ongoing operations and delivering strategic, data-based insight to support Division and College initiatives. The Director of Advancement Operations and Strategies will demonstrate both an ability to think in a structured and strategic manner to set long-term strategies for processes, technologies and team members and a high degree of attention to detail in daily operations.

What You’ll Do

• Provide strategic leadership and collaborate with key stakeholders to create, execute, and achieve data-driven fundraising and engagement goals
• Lead, manage and design the Division’s data systems and processes
• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive data analytics program
• Develop and maintain a system of robust reporting
• Lead prospect development and management
• Oversee the management of gift transactions and constituent records
• Lead, develop and mentor the Advancement Operations and Strategies team

Who You Are

The qualified candidate will have…

• Education: Bachelor’s degree
• Experience: 7+ years of experience in technology and database management in the field of Advancement or non-profit fundraising; 3+ years of management and supervisory experience

It will be helpful if you have…

• Education: Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Experience: 10+ years of experience in technology and database management; 5+ years of management and supervisory experience; previous experience in higher education; fundraising campaign and prospect screening experience; experience with Raiser’s Edge or other Advancement CRM systems; SQL, Oracle, or other major database systems experience

Who you are:

You work collaboratively with a diverse range of people and are able to establish and maintain an environment of trust and respect. You are skilled at developing strategy and can envision, advance, and implement innovative ideas. You have knowledge of data management principles and procedures, systems integration and conversion, and systems architecture and connectivity. You enjoy leading and empowering a team. You have knowledge of data management principles and procedures, systems integration and conversion, and systems architecture and connectivity.